Learn to Crochet the Dory Crossing Mini Cable Pattern
The Dory Crossing Mini Cable is a beginner-friendly crochet pattern designed to introduce any skill level to crochet cables. Featuring a simple yet elegant mini cable twist, this pattern adds subtle texture without overwhelming complexity.
The mini cable strip is featured in the Adventure in Cables Blanket CAL, but it’s also perfect for small projects like washcloths or mug rugs. Dory Crossing is an easy step into the world of crochet cables—making it ideal for those looking to expand their skills while creating something beautifully textured.
What is the Adventure in Cables Blanket?
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That’s where the idea was born. And the first Adventure Blanket was such a success that we decided to create another one.
Once again, everyone can choose their own path and make a blanket as unique as they are.
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MATERIALS
Finished Sizes: 2″ wide x 60″ long
Yarn: #4 worsted weight
Sample used: Big Twist Value – Soft Grey – 3.5 oz/100g, 225 yds/206m
Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5 mm)
Notions: Yarn Needle
Gauge: 1 cable repeat = ⅝” w x 2¼” h
Difficulty: Beginner – Uses a combination of post stitches to create small cables.
Abbreviations:
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- FPdc – Front Post double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- yo – yarn over
For a full list of abbreviations, please see my List of Abbreviations.
Notes:
- Cable is worked over 2 sts.
Special Stitches:
- FPdc – yo, insert hook from front to back to front around post of indicated st, yo, pull up loop, [yo, pull through 2 loops] 2 times. Video tutorial here
DORY CROSSING MINI CABLE PATTERN
Ch 10.
Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. (9 sc)
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, sk next st, FPdc around next sc, sc in next st, FPdc around same st as prev FPdc, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc last st, turn. (4 FPdc, 5 sc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (9 sc)
Row 4: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next post st, sc in next st, FPdc around sc between next 2 post sts, sc in next st, FPdc around same sc as prev FPdc, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (4 FPdc, 5 sc)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (9 sc)
Rows 6-234: Repeat Rows 4 & 5 until strip has reached 60”.
Happy Crocheting!
