Did you know you could create cable-knit texture without doing cables?

New Pattern Release

The Sabir Cardigan is an exciting collaboration with Les Garçons boutique from Montreal, Canada. I first met them in the UK during the Unravel Festival, where they showed off their new Marled British DK yarn. We started chatting about working together, and I decided to make something for my husband. He usually prefers plain, simple designs in dark colours, so I thought it would be fun to switch it up.

I pulled inspiration from a class I'd taken with André de Castro at VKL on tuck and woven stitches. That's when I came across the slip and tuck stitch pattern that looked like a diamond honeycomb and knew it would make the perfect honeycomb filler!

However, the row gauge of the honeycomb pattern didn't match the cables I'd swatched and I was pretty devastated thinking I'm going to have to give up either the cable idea or the gorgeous honeycomb stitch pattern.

But then, by accident, I stumbled across a baby blanket on Pinterest with a tuck stitch pattern that mimicked the look of a cable! That little discovery was a game-changer. It allowed me to keep the honeycomb stitch pattern while also having bold cables that showed off the yarn.

This pattern is written for DK-weight yarn, but it should be something light and woolly, as denser yarns can make the garment feel too heavy. I'd also suggest avoiding variegated or colour-changing yarns since they might distract from the lovely stitch details. For the best result, Les Garçons also have kits of the original yarn on their website for your convenience.

This cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down and incorporates just two main stitch patterns, diamond honeycomb and mock cable. It also includes a double-layered collar and button band, complete with adjustable buttonholes for a customisable fit.

For a deeper breakdown of the construction and how it all fits together, check out the video that walks you through the process step by step. It covers all the tips and tricks you'll need to master each stitch pattern and technique!

Enjoy 20% discount by using the code SABIR at checkout on Ravelry or Etsy via zaneteknits.com. This offer is valid until the end of the day on August 17th (BST).

If you encounter any problems with the discount code, please contact us before finalising your purchase, as discounts cannot be applied after the transaction is complete.

In Other News...

I'm packing my bags for the Flock Fiber Festival in Seattle, USA! If all goes as planned, I'll be there from Friday, August 8th, to Sunday, August 10th, attending classes and workshops, and exploring the marketplace. If you're attending too and we cross paths, don't hesitate to stop and say hello!

Here's a preview of what's coming up in our following newsletter...

Ghali Sweater Test

The idea for the Ghali Sweater came from my love for colourwork projects that never seem to end. There's something so satisfying about it, like painting with yarn. It's an eye-catching sweater, not just because of the stellina in the yarn, but because it's all about continuous stranded colourwork that goes way past the sleeve separation and a chart that's a whopping 130 rows long.

Ghali means "valuable," "luxurious," and is why I chose this name for the camp-glam vibe, as this sweater is anything but subtle.

This pattern is designed in collaboration with Artfil yarn using their Glitter yarn! The next call is coming soon, so stay tuned!

P.S. This will be my Rhinebeck sweater No.1.