Chunky Cable Knit Sweater Pattern

Materials

• Chunky weight yarn (approx. 1000 yards in bright red)
• US size 11 (8 mm) knitting needles
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Measuring tape

Gauge

10 stitches and 14 rows = 4 inches in cable stitch pattern.

Abbreviations

• k = knit
• p = purl
• c6f = cable 6 front (slip 3 stitches onto a cable needle, hold at front, knit next 3 stitches, then knit the 3 stitches from the cable needle)
• c6b = cable 6 back (slip 3 stitches onto a cable needle, hold at back, knit next 3 stitches, then knit the 3 stitches from the cable needle)

Instructions

Body

1. Cast on 80 stitches.
2. Row 1: *k4, p4; repeat from * to end.
3. Row 2: k all stitches.
4. Repeat rows 1 and 2 until the work measures 2 inches in height.
5. Begin Cable Pattern:
• Row 1: *k6, p2; repeat from * to end.
• Row 2: k all stitches.
• Row 3: *c6f, p2; repeat from * to end.
• Row 4: repeat Row 2.
• Row 5: *c6b, p2; repeat from * to end.
• Row 6: repeat Row 2.
6. Continue repeating rows 1-6 until work measures 20 inches from cast on edge.

Sleeves

1. Cast on 40 stitches for each sleeve.
2. Row 1: *k4, p4; repeat from * to end.
3. Row 2: k all stitches.
4. Work until sleeve measures 2 inches.
5. Begin Cable Pattern as established in body.
6. Continue until sleeve measures 15 inches, then bind off all stitches. Repeat for second sleeve.

Finishing

1. Match sleeves to body; stitch together using tapestry needle.
2. Weave in all ends securely.
3. Block lightly to set the cables and improve drape.

Additional Notes

This pattern is designed for a loose fit; feel free to adjust the width and length as desired. Enjoy your warm, cozy sweater!