Craft Through the 7 Wonders of the Yarn World – Next Stop: Cables!

Nathan Vincent’s sculpture of Easter Island Statues; model wearing knit Oversized Fishermen’s Sweater

Last year, we asked Nathan Vincent to design several larger-than-life sculptures that could be associated with seven yarn techniques or, as we like to call them, “yarn wonders.” Revealed at the Craft and Hobby Association show earlier this year, these sculptures were presented as Lion Brand’s 7 Wonders of the Yarn World. Each yarn wonder was represented in our fashion show, displaying the variety of ways you can use and wear each one. We started with textures (Stonehenge) and stripes and chevrons (Mayan Ruins). Our third Wonder of the Yarn World, the Moai statues of Easter Island, represents timeless and awe-inspiring cables.

According to Creative Director Adina Klein, cabling may look complicated and mysterious but it’s actually a very easy stitch to pick up. This collection of cabled-designs features classic and timeless pieces that you can coordinate with any wardrobe.

We presented several designs that range from classic cabled afghans, to more modern takes on the Fishermen’s sweater. The garments featured were made in a variety of yarns like Heartland, Heartland Thick & Quick^®,  Hometown USA^®, Homespun^®, Homespun^® Thick & Quick^®, Wool-Ease^®, Wool-Ease^® Thick & Quick^®, Vanna’s Choice^®, and Vanna’s Glamour^®.

Below you can see a selection of some of the designs featured. Find your own cable inspiration and use this classic technique to make something new and modern.

Knit Cabled Hat with Knit Fitted Cable Pullover with Knit Neutral Cabled Afghan	Knit Striped Cable Hat with Knit Oversized Fisherman Sweater*	Knit Weekend Ribbed Hat with Knit Cozy Textured Pullover with Knit Studio Afghan	Knit Lush Ribbed Poncho

*Pattern(s) coming soon