How to knit the Mock Cable Ribbing stitch

Today, you’ll learn how to knit the Mock Cable Ribbing stitch, both, back and forth, and in the round, a two-row repeat pattern, full of texture.

Although each side is not identical, they both look pretty nice, so I’d say it’s reversible.

At the same time, it’s easy to knit, the only techniques required are knitting and purling, plus a simple twist 😉

In addition, the Mock Cable Ribbing can be used to substitute the normal 2 x 2 Rib stitch, or as the main stitch, perfect for scarves, blankies, cowls… you name it!

Last, but not least, before starting a whole project, I’d suggest you knit a swatch.

Depending on the fiber, the needle size, and your tension, the lateral edges could bend.

In that case, there are two options:

Either we add a nice, generous edge, for example in Greed stitch, (or any other no curling reversible knitting pattern),

Or, if we’re using wool yarn (or a blend that includes primarily wool), we block the piece after finishing it. It’s up to you.

Finally, grab your yarn and needles, and let’s get busy!

This swatch was made using a blend of wool, acrylic, and rayon, which makes it soft and resistant #ad

Mock Cable Rib knitting pattern and video tutorial. So Woolly.

Using US 8 / 5mm double-pointed needles (my favorite) #ad

Abbreviations

CO: Cast on

WS: Wrong side

K: Knit

P: Purl

LT: Left twist (insert the right-hand needle into the back of the second stitch on the left-hand needle from right to left. Knit that stitch but don’t drop it. Knit the first stitch through the first loop, as usual, and drop both.

BO: Bind off

Mock Cable Ribbing stitch pattern

Back and forth (using straight needles)

CO multiples of 4 (it includes 2 edge stitches, the first and the last).

1º row (WS): K1 (edge), *P2, K2*. Repeat from * to *, to last 3 st, ending with P2, K1

32º row: K1, *LT, P2*. Repeat from * to *, to last 3 st, ending with LT, K1.

These two rows create pattern. Repeat them, until the desired length is reached.

When finished, BO working each stitch as it presents, after a row 2 (WS).

In the round (using circular needles)

CO multiples of 4.

1º round (RS): *K2, P2*. Repeat from * to *, to end

2º round: *LT, P2*. Repeat from * to *, to end.

These two rows create pattern. Repeat them, until the desired length is reached.

When finished, BO working each stitch as it presents, after a row 2 (RS).

This is the other side of the work:

Knitting reversible patterns for beginners. So Woolly.

Enjoy the video tutorial: