Feast of Ladders

Cables always look so amazing, offering not only visual interest but also added warmth and texture to your knitted pieces. The Feast of Ladders knitting pattern showcases an intricate all-over cable design combined with a beautiful ladder stitch, creating a stunning yet simple garment. This design is worked as two separate pieces, the front and back, with the collar seamlessly added to the ‘live’ stitches, ensuring a polished finish without needing to cast off at the neck edge.

With two versatile styling options, you can wear this design as a swooshy over-tunic or a chic long top. Choose to join the sides either with stylish buttons for a unique touch or by sewing them up for a more streamlined look. The main body of the garment is expertly knitted on straight needles, while the collar is crafted in the round, ensuring a comfortable fit and a flexible style.

YOU WILL NEED:

To create your Feast of Ladders garment, gather the following materials:

• 3 x LIGHT MOONSHINE yarn (225m/100g per skein)
• Pair of 7mm straight needles for casting on—this is essential for a successful start.
• Pair of 6mm straight needles or circular needles (whichever you find most comfortable to work with), plus an extra 6mm straight needle for the three-needle cast off.
• 4 x 6mm double pointed needles for creating the collar.
• Sewing up needle for finishing touches.
• Stitch marker to keep track of your progress.

SIZE: The finished garment measures approximately 60cm from shoulder seam to hem, with a width of 60cm and a collar length of 25cm, making it a perfect addition to any wardrobe.

GAUGE: Achieve the perfect fit with a gauge of 17 stitches to 10cm in stocking stitch when using 6mm needles.

ABBREVIATIONS: Familiarize yourself with common knitting abbreviations to help you navigate the pattern with ease.

This Feast of Ladders knitting pattern is ideal for knitters looking to add a stylish cable-knit piece to their collection. Whether you are an experienced knitter or a beginner seeking a fun challenge, this pattern is sure to inspire creativity and showcase your skills. Start your knitting journey today and create a cozy, fashionable garment that you can wear for any occasion!