Ep 124: Enchanted Cables

Text the Show! We revisit the topic of cables in knitting, exploring their magical and symbolic significance!We discussed the various types of cables and their historical origins, such as the fisherman's knit sweater from the Isle of Arran. Katie explains the technique of cable knitting, emphasizing its accessibility despite initial intimidation.Katie and Jim delve into the symbolism behind different cable patterns, including the basic braid, Honeycomb, Horseshoe, XO, Celtic Cable Heart, and animal-shaped cables like owls and bunnies. Share your thoughts on the magical qualities of cables one of three ways!Send us an email [email protected] on YouTubeDrop by our Patreon: patreon.com/KnitASpell--- Referenced Cables & Photo Credit- Basic Braid- Honeycomb Cable- Horseshoe Cable- XO Cable- Celtic Cable Heart- Owl Cable- Bunny Cable ---Katie's Referenced PatternsGround Socks Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/grounding-socks Climbing Vines Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/climbing-vines-7 Stormy Shores Cowl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stormy-shores-cowl---EPISODE RESOURCESEp 24: The Magic of Knots & Cables: https://youtu.be/Sb_wSOq2C94Jim's Coaching: https://thedivinehand.com/coaching.html Learn how to Knit With Color Magic - save $20 for a limited time using code COLOR20 at checkout: lightfromlantern.com/knitwithcolormagicJoin Katie's Member Access knitting group for free for one month using code KASMEMBER at checkout: lightfromlantern.com/community --- JOIN KNIT A SPELL ON PATREON! Support the show for $5/month and gain access to behind-the-scenes posts, episode outtakes and monthly polls! Receive a FREE Knit A Spell sticker after subscribing for 3 consecutive months!  Learn more & sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/KnitASpell--- SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE! Show your support by subscribing to our YouTube channel! It's free and helps a loSupport the show