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Let’s Talk About the Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Pattern!
If you’re interested in learning crochet stitches that add gorgeous texture and a little “wow” to your projects, you’re going to love making the Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Pattern.
It’s bold. It’s beautiful. And once you get the hang of it, it’s way more approachable than it looks!
In this post, I’ll walk you through how to make the Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Pattern with a step-by-step tutorial, a video to follow along with, and even a few patterns you can try once you’ve got it down.
Whether you’re brand new to cables or just looking for your next favorite crochet stitch, this one’s a must-learn.
So grab your hook and some yarn from your stash—it’s time to learn the Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Pattern!
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
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Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Patterns
Once you learn how to make the Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch in this tutorial, and are looking to do more with this stitch, you can use the exact same stitch to work these patterns:
Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch in Rounds
Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch in Rows
More Crochet Patterns that use Post or Relief Stitches
If you love the look of post or relief stitches (which are the building blocks for creating cables in crochet), here are more crochet patterns you can try today:
Basketweave Stitch Crochet Tote
Thick and Quick Crochet Hat with Brim
Sundial Motif and Throw – Crochet Afghan Block Pattern
Pumpkin Hat Crochet Pattern with Vines and Leaf
How to make the Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Pattern
Yarn
Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease Yarn, Worsted-Weight #4 (20% Wool + 80% Acrylic, 197 yards / 180 meters per 3 ounce / 85 gram skein).
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- 1 skein Arrowwood (Gold)
This stitch tutorial was made using Lion Brand Yarn Wool-Ease Yarn — a worsted weight, 80% acrylic / 20% wool blend yarn that’s soft, durable, and perfect for accessories and other wearable items.
The original tutorial is made with a worsted weight yarn to give this crochet pattern structure, durability, and a sturdy fabric.
For other types of fibers or wool alternatives, I recommend using YarnSub.com to compare yarn types and find a good match for your preferences.
Learn more about how to substitute yarn, including my best tips to choose yarn alternatives, in this helpful article: Understanding Yarn Substitution – An Easy Reference For Crocheters
To substitute yarn for this crochet cable stitch tutorial, here are some yarns I recommend just to get started:
Materials
Gauge
- Gauge and size are not crucial for this crochet stitch tutorial.
- To learn more about gauge and size in crochet, here are some helpful tips: How To Crochet a Swatch
Stitch Key
You can see these stitches in action as you watch our video tutorials (just click on the underlined text):
- Sl St = slip stitch
- Ch(s) = chain(s)
- Hdc = half double crochet
- Dc = double crochet
- tr = treble (triple) crochet
- St(s) = stitch(es)
Specialty Stitch and Technique Key
- FPdc – front post double crochet
- FPtr – front post treble crochet
- BPdc – back post double crochet
Pattern Notes
- Beginning chain of each row counts as 1st st.
- This stitch is worked in multiples of 17+2. To learn more about stitch repeats, and how to resize them to make anything you want, try our Size Course in the Crochet Membership.
Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Pattern Step-by-step Instructions
Ch 19
Row 1: Skip 3 Ch (first Dc, here and throughout), Dc into each Ch across – 17 Dc
Row 2 (Right Side): Ch 3, turn, Dc into each of next 3 Sts, skip 3 Sts, work 1 FPtc around next 3 Sts, work 1 FPtc around each of 3 skipped Sts, FPdc around next 3 Sts, Dc into last 4 Sts – 17 Sts; 8 Dc + 6 FPtc + 3 FPdc
Row 3: Ch 2 (first Hdc, here and throughout), turn, Hdc into each of next 3 Sts, BPdc around each of next 9 Sts, Hdc into last 4 Sts – 17 Sts; 8 Hdc + 9 BPdc
Row 4: Ch 3, turn, Dc into each of next 3 Sts, FPdc around next 3 Sts, skip 3 Sts, FPtc around each of next 3 Sts, FPtc around each of 3 skipped Sts, Dc into last 4 Sts – 17 Sts; 8 Dc + 3 FPdc + 6 FPtc
Row 5: Ch 2, turn, Hdc into each of next 3 Sts, BPdc around each of next 9 Sts, Hdc into last 4 Sts – 17 Sts; 8 Hdc + 9 BPdc
Repeat rows 2-5 to continue working this stitch pattern.
Arabel Crochet Cable Stitch Video Tutorial
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