Cables are one of the most characteristic elements of knitting. Beautiful, thick, warm sweaters decorated with cables are always in style during winter. While cables are beautiful, many knitters avoid knitting them, thinking they’re hard to knit and an advanced technique. Actually, knitting cables is simple in principle. So, let’s make an Owl Cowl or Hat and learn the basic cable technique. We’ll also take a look at cabling WITHOUT a cable needle for those who want to be a bit more efficient.
Bring your homework to class with the yarn still attached. Yarn: 1 skein worsted weight yarn (100g/3.5 oz, 220 yards) I do not recommend a highly variegated yarn for this project, as it disguises the owls. Size US 8 (5 mm) 16" circular needles. Stitch marker. Optional: 6.0 mm beads with large hole (for adding to the eyes).