#cable stitch

also, the repeat is much more compact, which I was confused about at first but I have realized that it's because it's a four row repeat instead of an eight row repeat. guess I should try an eight row repeat version next.

anyway, the pattern is that each strand of the braid is P, K2, P, and then you cable braid them the same way as if the strands were just K2. the purl stitches are what make it pop out more

here it is next to the flatter version, the original braid I learned

The Magnolia Beanie; My newest skill, learning to knit.

So this year I learned how to knit. What you should know is that every year for the last 16 years, I get tired of crocheting and pull out a set of knitting needles and try to figure out the magic.

I literally had one set of #8 knitting needles and a pamphlet from Frank’s Nursery and Crafts. It had pictures and everything. For 16 years, I’d try for a week, sweating and swearing only to frog my…

My mum got this mug free from the supermarket today. How pretty!! 😍😍

Love the cable stitch!

Cable stitch scarf WIP.