Classic Cable Sweater

***This pattern is currently only available in the book Tunisian Crochet Tops: 14 Beginner-Friendly Patterns for Colorful Sweaters, Tanks, and Tees by Ashley Rivas.*** Read more about the book here. **About** Everyone deserves to have a classic cabled sweater in their wardrobe. This piece is covered in cables and braided details, so not only is it gorgeous to look at, but also you as the maker will feel a sense of accomplishment when it’s all done! The pattern uses sport weight yarn and has the drape and feel of a knit sweater as well. Add the double-folded ribbing at the neckline and sleeve cuffs for maximum coziness. **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Finished Bust:** XS (S, M, L, XL) (2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) 34.5” (38.5”, 44.5”, 47.5”, 50.5”) (54.5”, 60.5”, 63.5”, 66.5”) 86 cm (96 cm, 111 cm, 119 cm, 126 cm) (136 cm, 151 cm, 159 cm, 166 cm) **Recommended Ease:** 4.5” to 8.5” (11 cm to 21 cm) **Yarn** Sport weight, Heatherly Sport by WeCrochet (80% acrylic, 20% merino wool), 328 yds (300 m) per 100-g skein **Yardage/Meterage** 6 (6, 7, 7, 8) (8, 9, 10, 10) hanks of Heatherly Sport or 1670 (1800, 2090, 2210, 2410) (2600, 2820, 3070, 3140) yds / 1525 (1645, 1910, 2020, 2205) (2375, 2580, 2805, 2870) m **Hooks** *Note: Use hook sizes below or sizes needed to meet gauge* Body: US I-9 (5.5 mm) Tunisian crochet hook with 10” to 24” (25 cm to 60 cm) cord Sleeves: US I-9 (5.5 mm) Tunisian crochet hook with 10” to 12” (25 cm to 30 cm) cord Ribbing: US G-6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook Cable: Second 5.5 mm (or 6.0 mm) hook, or hook one size up (a Tunisian crochet hook with no cord/stopper, or a traditional crochet hook with no handle) **Notions** Stitch markers Tapestry needle Scissors ***For exclusive pattern discounts, join the mailing list at TinyCouchCrochet.com*** If you enjoy making this pattern, and would like to share, please use the hashtags [#](https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/search?query=%23DayOffTank)TunisianClassicCableSweater and #TunisianCrochetTopsBook and tag @TinyCouchCrochet on Instagram. I’d love to see and share your finished items!