Welcome back to the Adventure in Cables Blanket Crochet Along! Today we’re diving into Part 10: the Ridgetop Ramble, a modern take on cables that combines clean geometry with a touch of sass. If you’ve been following along, you already know this CAL isn’t just about making a blanket — it’s about creating your very own crochet adventure.

This section is part of the second Adventure Blanket Series Crochet Along, hosted by myself and Kristine from Ambassador Crochet. Inspired by the “choose your own adventure” books from the 1970s, the Adventure in Cables Blanket CAL is equal parts crochet, storytelling, and fun.

You can check out the first Adventure Blanket here.

As you work through the blanket, you’ll answer a series of playful questions, each with two possible answers. Your choice decides which blanket section you make next — and writes the next line in your lighthearted story. By the end, you’ll not only have a gorgeous blanket made from 22 cable-inspired sections, but you’ll also have a completely unique story that reflects your choices. (And don’t worry — if decisions aren’t your thing, we’ve made the choices for you too!)

It’s part blanket, part storybook, and 100% crochet joy.

Adventure in Cables Part 10: The Ridgetop Ramble

The Ridgetop Ramble section is all about balance. After some of the more traditional cable panels we’ve seen in the CAL, this one brings a modern, geometric twist to the mix. The understated lines and crossed stitches add just enough sass to stand on their own, while also playing nicely with the surrounding sections.

If you’re looking for easy crochet cables that are beginner-friendly but still make an impact, this is the perfect section to try.

I’ve also filmed step-by-step video tutorials (both left- and right-handed!) to walk you through the stitches, so you can follow along with confidence.

Yarn Used for the Ridgetop Ramble

For this section, I used Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted in the shade Golden. This yarn is a #4 weight (worsted), and it was my first time working with it. Honestly? I’m smitten. It’s 100% wool, but super soft once washed, and the stitch definition is amazing for cable work.

• Yarn weight: #4 Worsted
• Fiber content: 100% wool
• Yardage needed: approx. 331 yards
• Hook size: [insert hook size used here]

This golden shade adds warmth and richness to the blanket, but of course you can pick any color that works with your personal palette.

Join the Crochet Along

The Adventure in Cables Blanket CAL runs with new sections released every Monday and Thursday by Kristine and me. Which section you crochet depends on how you answer that day’s “adventure” question!

Here’s how to join in:

• Free CAL Roundup Page – Click here to see all the free sections released so far
• Adventure in Cables E-Book – If you’d rather have everything in one place, you can grab the paid e-book. It includes:
  • All 22 featured blanket sections
  • All adventure questions in one easy-to-follow format
  • A schematic of the blanket layout (so you can color in your palette)
  • Direct links to every video tutorial
  • A fun story template to fill in as you crochet your adventure

Video Tutorials

Whether you’re left- or right-handed, I’ve got you covered! These videos take you step by step through the Ridgetop Ramble section so you can confidently work your way through the stitches.

• Right-Handed Video Tutorial
• Left-Handed Video Tutorial

Ridgetop Ramble Pattern Details

Skill Level: Adv Beg/Intermediate – Uses a combination of post stitches that change from row to row, to create the twists
Finished Size: approximately 4″ x 60″
Yarn: Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted (331 yards)
Hook: 5mm
Gauge: You should get around 4 sts per ” wide. Height is not important.

Abbreviations (US Terms):

• ch – chain
• FPdc – Front Post double crochet
• FPdc2tog – Front Post double crochet 2 together
• FPtr – Front Post treble
• FSC – Foundation Single Crochet
• sc – single crochet
• sk – skip
• st(s) – stitch(es)
• yo – yarn over

Special Stitches:

• FPdc (Front Post double crochet) – 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.
• FPtr (Front Post treble) – yo 2 times, insert hook from front to back to front around st indicated, yo,
  pull up loop, [yo, pull through 2 loops] 3 times.
• FPdc2tog (Front Post double crochet 2 together) – This stitch is effectively worked over 2 sts to
  create 1 st. *YO, insert hook around next st to be worked, YO and pull through, YO and pull through 2 loops on hook. Rep from * once more around next st, YO and pull through all remaining 3 loops on hook.
• FSC (foundation single crochet) – This is an alternative to the chain start. I have both left and right handed video tutorials on how to do this on YouTube:
  For right-handed crocheters – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wPHOG4VIi_Q&t=191s
  For left-handed crocheters – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UqkTFzCja-A&t=24s

Notes:

• Straight cable sections use FPdc.
• Crossed cable sections use FPtr.
• Odd numbered rows are right side rows. Even numbered rows are wrong side rows.
• After Row 3 you will work FPdc or FPtr sts only into FPdc or FPtr sts from the row 2 rows below unless otherwise stated.
• When working a Front Post stitch this will count as a st against your current row. So for example, ‘SC in the first st, FPdc around next st’ – this FPdc counts as a st so you miss one stitch from the sc row below before working the next st.

Ridgetop Ramble – Free Written Pattern

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Ch 18.

Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across, turn. (17 sc)

OR FSC 17 (17)

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 3 : Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, sk 2 sts, FPtr into next st, sc in next st, working in front of the st just made FPtr into first skipped st, sc in next st, FPdc in next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (11 sc, 4 FPdc, 2 FPtr sts)

Row 4: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 5: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 4 sts, FPdc2tog around next 2 FP sts from row 3, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc2tog around next 2 FP sts from row 3, sc in next 4 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (13 sc, 2 FPdc, 2 FPdc2tog)

Row 6: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 7 : Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 5 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (13 sc, 4 FPdc sts)

Row 8: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 9 : Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 5 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (13 sc, 4 FPdc sts)

Row 10: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 11 : Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, [FPdc around next st, sc in next st] 3 times, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (11 sc, 6 FPdc sts)

Row 12: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 13 : Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, sk next FPdc from row 11, FPtr into next FPdc from row 11, sc into next st, FPtr into skipped FPdc from row 11, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (11 sc, 4 FPdc, 2 FPtr sts)

Row 14: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Rows 15 on: Rep rows 5-14 until project has reached 60”.

Final Thoughts

The Ridgetop Ramble is a perfect example of how easy crochet cables can look striking without being complicated. It’s modern, fun, and brings balance to the traditional cable designs in the Adventure in Cables Blanket CAL.

I can’t wait to see how your adventure blanket comes together! Be sure to share your progress with the CAL community — it’s such a joy to see all the unique combinations and stories that are being created.