Is there anything better than coming home after a long day and cozying up on the couch with a nice, warm blanket? It’s one of my favorite things to do in the cooler months. The feeling of extra soft knit fabric to drape over yourself as you craft or to sit by the fire with is always a wonderful feeling. And when I say cozy, I mean cables! Today, I’ve rounded up 21 of my favorite cable knit blanket patterns to step up your cable game. This list is a texture lover’s dream!
These cable knit blanket patterns feature beautiful braids and twists that are simply stunning! Find the piece that will become the must-have blanket in your space and is perfect for movie nights or taking a quick nap on the couch. Gone are the days of the bright summer colors and lacy patterns. It’s time to break out the cable stitch!
21 Cable Knit Blanket Patterns
1. Grand Cable Knit Blanket Pattern by Mama In A Stitch
An interesting project for the more experienced hand, this wonderful knit throw features rich, bold cables all along its length. This blanket knits up quickly with large needles and super bulky yarn, making it ideal for gift giving. It’s a great pattern that can be customized using any color to bring out the gorgeous stitchwork.
Get the Pattern by Mama In A Stitch here
2. Chunky Easy Cable Knit Blanket Pattern by Handy Little Me
This pattern is perfect if you’re looking for an easy quick pattern to work while watching a show or listening to a podcast. You’ll use knit and purl stitches to form the 6-stitch cable pattern. The cable is an easy one to knit, so if you have never cabled before, it’s really simple – you can do it!
Get the Pattern by Handy Little Me here
3. Creamy Cable Knit Throw Pattern by Leelee Knits
This beautiful, classic cable knit throw is sure to impress! The simple design results in a timeless, cozy blanket that will look gorgeous draped over your sofa or favorite chair.
The pattern is perfect for beginner knitters looking to advance their skills and try out cable knitting, or advanced knitters who are just looking for a fun larger project to work on that doesn’t require too much thinking.
Get the Pattern here
4. Celtic Traveller Throw Knitting Pattern by Apiary Knits
I think the gorgeous texture on this cabled knit blanket will make it a favorite pattern in your repertoire. This Celtic Traveller Throw features an attractive pairing of two popular cable stitch patterns nestled closely together in a half-drop style. The proximity of the patterns to one another create a composition of work that looks both intricate and visually appealing
Get the Pattern by Apiary Knits here
5. Bulky Free Cable Knit Blanket Pattern by Yarnspirations
Brace yourself for winter with a cable knit blanket that you’ll love to curl-up with. This generously sized afghan, with its easy cable design, comes to beautiful life in your imagined colors of blanket yarn. I suggest a solid, but no matter the color story you prefer, this pattern completes with gorgeous texture that complements any home.
Get the Pattern here
6. Bubble Tea Blanket Knitting Pattern by Laura Cameron
An exquisite all-over cable pattern and a vibrant color make this a great throw for a modern living room or a baby blanket. The pattern is a bubble cable repeat that knits up quickly in a beautiful superwash DK weight yarn for an easy-care, snuggly blanket that will keep you toasty this fall!
Get the Pattern by Laura Cameron here
7. Diamonds Height Cable Knit Blanket Pattern by Studio Knit
Turn up the texture with super bulky weight yarn and cable stitches in this dazzling Diamond Heights Cable Blanket. The pattern uses 2 different cable stitch patterns along with reverse stockinette and double moss stitches. It’s an heirloom quality design that is sure to be appreciated for years to come.
Get the Pattern by Studio Knit here
8. Quartet Cable Knit Blanket Pattern by Knitting With Chopsticks
This Quartet Cable Knit Blanket is a modern cable throw alternating stripes of gorgeous cables with simple neutral garter stitch. It is knit in strips so you can focus on the cable repeats separately and is then assembled together. It’s great for beginners looking to try their hand at more advanced cables.
Get the Pattern here
9. Braided Cables Knit Blanket Pattern by Yarnspirations
Cable variety is the spice of life! This blanket knitted in bulky yarn features three different kinds of cable braids so you never get bored. The texture on this gorgeous throw lends itself to any color you select, so it’s easy to integrate into any home décor.
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10. Heart Cable Blanket Knitting Pattern by Katherine J
Fall head over heels for this cozy blanket featuring a heart shaped cable design. This impressive project measures 57 cm x 60 cm, so it’s versatile for the nursery, or in the stroller. In any color that inspires, it’s an ideal gift for the next baby shower.
Get the Pattern by Katherine J here
11. Emblem Blanket Knitting Pattern by Purl Soho
This inviting knit blanket is a showpiece of texture and style that you’ll be proud to display in your home. Featuring a simple ribbing that travels up the blanket and melts seamlessly into the cabled diamonds within diamonds (within diamonds!), this blanket is such a stunner! Keep it neutral for a sophisticated throw that suits today’s modern spaces.
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12. Simple Cable Blanket Knitting Pattern by PURE By Linda Whaley
The classic look of this knit blanket has enduring appeal thanks to the warm cable detail. This knitting pattern has four blanket sizes so you can all snuggle up with this one!
Get the Pattern by PURE By Linda Whaley here
13. North Of The River Blanket Knitting Pattern by Fifty Four Ten Studio
This North of the River blanket knitting pattern is an easy to knit chunky blanket that features big, bold cables. Knitting this blanket with super bulky yarn gives the classic cables a modern look!
The pattern includes instructions for three blanket sizes and is knit flat in one piece, back and forth on US 15 circular knitting needles.
Get the Pattern by Fifty Four Ten Studio here
14. Chunky Cable Blanket Knitting Pattern by Brome Fields
Envelop yourself in this dense, rich blanket when it’s cold outside. Since it is made with thick yarn, it makes quick work of beautiful cables that make it look like you spent months on it. Display it anywhere that its toasty style can be appreciated.
Get the Pattern by Brome Fields here
15. Double Cable Knit Throw Blanket Pattern by Midknits
Practice cables on this satisfying project that’s a thick and toasty, cable lover’s dream! This chunky blanket is knit using six strands of acrylic yarn and crafted using circular needles to accommodate the number of stitches. It’s a cozy throw that’s perfect to cuddle up with after a long day or why not use it as a rug, instead?
Get the Pattern by Midknits here
16. Sweet Cables Knit Baby Blanket Pattern by Felt Magnet
This densely textured blanket works in seven alternating cable textures with a little bit of lace to create a keepsake blanket for the holidays. Go from crib to carriage with a delicately accented piece that’s both decorative and warm.
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17. Up + Down Cables Blanket Knitting Pattern by Purl Soho
Here, simple cables get interesting by fading in and dissolving out at irregular intervals, like the tide washing ashore. An 8×2 rib creates soft and cuddly edges, while columns of cables give the blanket substance and heft. Use 1 color as designed, to really showcase the beautiful cable detailing.
Get the Pattern here
18. Butterfly Cabled Knit Blanket Pattern by Red Heart
Create a keepsake with this stunning knit blanket, which makes a thoughtful wedding or anniversary gift. It is stitched in an all-white design with four stunning cable pattern stitches and a bramble stitch border. Consider making your own version in any color to finish a project that’s as soft as it is meaningful.
Get the Pattern here
19. November Aran Afghan Knitting Pattern by Tiger Needles
This November Aran Afghan has several lovely and unique cabled knitting motifs and textures that come together for a gorgeous piece. This project is knit in 5 sections and sewn together at the end to make an elegant bedspread or huge throw. Which room will you enhance with a bit of depth and dimension?
Get the Pattern by Tiger Needles here
20. Winter Bees Cable Knit Blanket Pattern by While They Dream
Bees and Cables unite in this squishy cable knit heirloom blanket. Enjoy working on this elaborate project that’s sure to earn you compliments when complete.
Get the Pattern here
21. Cable Lace Blanket Knitting Pattern by Heaven To Seven
A pretty lace and cable blanket brings a rich touch of elegance to the nursery room. This Cable Lace Knit Blanket Pattern is a great way to practice you knit lace and cabling technique. Start with a solid color for this fascinating pattern, then imagine so many variations you may discover.
Get the Pattern by Heaven To Seven here
THESE CABLE KNIT BLANKET PATTERNS WILL NOT ONLY EXPAND YOUR KNITTING SKILLS, BUT ALSO BECOME TREASURED FAVORITES OF YOUR FAMILY.
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What’s next? Style it on your couch or give one as a gift! Or check out our blanket knitting patterns round-ups for more ideas:
- Chunky Arm Knit Blankets Â
- Free Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
- Knitted Throw Blanket Patterns
- Chunky Knit Blanket Patterns
- Knitting a Baby Blanke Patterns
I know many of you are looking for a good blanket project to tackle, so I hope these cable knit blanket patterns inspire you to try a cabled one! Happy knitting, friends!