Free knitting patterns for blankets, sweaters, scarves, shawls, and more with diamond cables. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 4/8/25.
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Free Patterns
Luxurious Wristlets
Fingerless mitts knit with diamond cables framed by zigzag cables. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand Yarn.
Diamond Sky Vest
Slipover vest with cable diamond lattice with braided cables at hem. Sizes S to XXXL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Drops Design.
Vatra Cabled Shrug
Cardigan knit with a diamond cable texture and ribbed borders and cuffs. Sizes 76 to 152cm / 30 to 60”. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Blazenka Simic-Boro. A kit is also available.
Diamond Heights Cable Blanket
Smooth cables rest atop the reverse stockinette and double moss textures. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Kristen McDonnell. Web version is free. Pictured project by CraftyDirtbag
Hill and Valley Scarf
Cable scarf with lines that braid together to form Celtic diamonds. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Sugar Bush Yarns.
Aran Pullover
Women's aran cable pullover sweater with a diamond latice cable panel on the front framed by Aran cable columns that continue to the sleeves and back. Sizes 36/38 (40/42, 44/46, 48/50). Sport weight yarn. 02 Pullover in Lana Grossa Cool Wool Designed by Lana Grossa.
More Free Patterns
10505 Aran Wrap
Scarf with cables and bobbles. Options to use written instructions or charts. Size Approximately 11.75" (30 cm) wide x 65.5" (166 cm) long. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sirdar. Kit is also available.
Elanah Scarf or Shawl
Lacy Stole or Scarf knitted in diamond cables and lace on a background of honeycomb lace. Lace weight yarn. Designed by Ange Wilson.
Cabled Jacket
Women's cable aran cable cardigan with diamond motifs. I think you could leave the zipper off if you wanted and just have an open front cardigan. Sizes XS to 2XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
Folklore Cardigan
Cable cardigan sweater featuring a variety of diamond and rope cables. Sizes S/M, L/1X, 2X/3X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand. Pictured project by designer and astitchofgreen
Men's Cabled Scarf
Cable scarf with intertwined cable diamonds framed with other cables. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Caron.
Argyle Cable Lace Knit Super Scarf
Three colors of yarn, a giant argyle inspired designed, and fringe make a colorful statement piece. Approx 12″ [30.5 cm] wide x 100″ [254 cm] long, excluding fringe. Designed by Bernat.
Patterns for Purchase
Cardigo Shawl
Ruana style wrap bordered with diamong cables. Structured like cardigan or poncho with open sides. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Cathy Rawcliffe.
Thomas Crown Affair Aran Jumper
Steve McQueen's classic cable sweater he wore in the original 1968 Thomas Crown Affair. This re-creation features Irish knitting, intricate cables, and diamond stitches. Aran weight yarn. Designed by A Crafty Irish Woman. Sized from 30 to 56 inches.
Castle Cable Scarf
This scarf combines a wide central cable with simple side cables and textured edges in garter stitch. 2 sizes: Medium Size: width – 37 cm/14½ inches; length – 180 cm/72 inches Large Size: width – 37 cm/14½ inches; length – 274 cm/108 inches Worsted weight yarn. Designed by ViTalina Craft.
Cromer Sweater
A central band of cabling on this women's sweater is bordered by diamonds containing another cable motif, with a rich rib and hem worked in contrast color yarn. Sizes To Fit Bust: 81cm to 117cm / 32in to 47in. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Debbie Bliss
Inishere Shawl
This shawl combines traditional Aran stitches creating a easy-to-wear rectangular shape. The center panel features intertwining cable diamonds, like the patchwork fields of the Aran islands, filled with seed stitch and garter stitch, and a ‘hugs and kisses’ cable running each side. Both written and charted instructions are provided. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Mairin Ni Dhonncha.
Cable Halter Top
Trendy sleeveless turtle neck with diamond cable is worked flat and tied in the back. Great for layering or wearing alone. Sizes XS, S/M, L/XL, and 2X. Worsted weight yarn. Minty Fresh Cable Knit Halter Top designed by Michelle Greenberg for TheSnuggleryPatterns
