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Canal Twist – Sleeveless Cable Top
Canal Twist is a modern sleeveless top featuring a bold, elegant cable panel that adds structure, texture, and a timeless look. Worked seamlessly from the top down, this design offers a clean, intuitive construction that makes it easy to adjust length, fit, and shaping to your own preferences.
The combination of twisted cables, simple ribbing, and a flattering neckline creates a versatile piece you can wear year-round layered over a shirt in cooler months or on its own during warmer days. The pattern is written to be clear, accessible, and progressive, making it a perfect choice for knitters who want to explore cable knitting without the complexity of a full sweater.
Whether you’re looking for a quick wardrobe staple, a cable project that feels engaging but not overwhelming, or a minimalistic textured top with a modern silhouette, Canal Twist will become one of your go-to knits.
⭐ Pattern Features
Construction: Top-down, seamless
Skill level: Confident beginner to intermediate
Techniques: Twisted cables, ribbing, picking up stitches, simple shaping
Sizes: XS – S – M – L – XL – XXL
Yarn Weight: DK or light worsted
Needles: 4.5 mm & 3 mm(or size to obtain gauge)
Fit: Slightly relaxed, clean lines, fully customizable length
Languages: English & French included
** Why Knitters Love It**
Clean, intuitive top-down construction
A cable panel that looks intricate but knits up smoothly
Perfect layering piece
Fully adjustable length
Beautiful texture with minimal finishing
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- First published: August 2020
- Page created: December 9, 2025
- Last updated: December 9, 2025 …
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