Welcome back to the Adventure in Cables Blanket Crochet Along (CAL)! We’ve reached Part 5, and I am so excited to introduce you to my section – the Bark and Branch. This design is a sleek, modern take on traditional cable crochet patterns.

If you’ve been waiting to learn to crochet cables in a blanket, this section is a perfect place to dive in. It looks wonderfully intricate, but you’ll be surprised at how simple it really is once you’ve got the steps down.

About the Adventure in Cables Blanket CAL

The Adventure in Cables Blanket is more than just another crochet project. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure experience! Hosted by myself and Kristine from Ambassador Crochet, this is the second Crochet Along in our Adventure Blanket Series.

Here’s how it works:

• Twice a week (every Monday and Thursday), Kristine and I each release a new blanket section.
• At the same time, you’ll answer a fun question with two possible answers.
• Your choice decides which section you make next!

By the end, not only will you have a blanket with millions of possible combinations, but you’ll also have a lighthearted story woven in — one that reflects your choices along the way. It’s part crochet, part storytelling, and 100% about making the journey as enjoyable as the finished blanket.

We’ve designed the CAL so you can join in for free, or grab the paid e-book if you prefer everything in one handy guide.

Here’s what’s inside the Adventure in Cables Blanket e-book:

• All 22 featured blanket sections
• Every adventure question to guide your journey
• Links to all video tutorials
• A printable schematic of the blanket (so you can color in and plan your palette)
• A fun story template to fill in as you work your way through

👉 Get the Paid E-Book Here
👉 Find the CAL Roundup with All Free Sections Here

Bark and Branch – A Modern Cable Crochet Design

When people hear cable crochet, they often think of thick, traditional Celtic cables. And don’t get me wrong — I adore them! But for this section, I wanted to take a modern twist on crochet cables. The Bark and Branch section plays with clean lines and geometric flow, reminding me of both natural tree branches and stylized artwork from tribal cultures.

This is why I love working with cables so much: they allow us to bridge the past with the present. A few simple stitches can create textures that feel intricate, timeless, and sleek, all at the same time.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn to crochet cables without feeling overwhelmed, this is the section for you.

The Yarn I Used

For my Bark and Branch section, I spoiled myself a little and chose Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted in the shade Windsor.

• Weight: #4 Worsted
• Fiber: 100% Wool
• Washable: Yes – and so soft after the first wash!

This blanket was my first time using this yarn, and I’m in love. It’s luxurious yet practical, with incredible stitch definition that makes the cables really pop. Honestly, it’s perfect for a blanket you’ll treasure.

Step-by-Step Crochet Cable Video Tutorials

Cables might look intimidating, but I promise they’re not. To make it as easy as possible, I’ve put together step-by-step video tutorials for both right-handed and left-handed crocheters.

These will walk you through the entire Bark and Branch section so you can crochet along with confidence.

👉 Right-Handed Video Tutorial – Bark and Branch
👉 Left-Handed Video Tutorial – Bark and Branch

Why I Love Crocheting Cables

Cables have always held a special place in my heart. They look complex but are really just clever stitch placements. That means you can get jaw-dropping results without hours of frustration.

What I love most is how versatile they are:

• Traditional look – Think chunky Celtic-style textures.
• Modern vibe – Clean lines, geometric patterns, and sleek finishes.
• Timeless bridges – Bringing together the past and present in one design.

The Bark and Branch section is a perfect example of this balance. It nods to history while creating something fresh and contemporary.

Start Your Adventure in Cables

So, are you ready to learn to crochet cables and add the Bark and Branch section to your Adventure Blanket? Grab your yarn, hook, and let’s get started!

👉 Scroll down for the free written pattern
👉 Watch the video tutorials above for extra guidance
👉 Explore the CAL roundup or e-book to keep your adventure going

The beauty of this CAL is that no two blankets will ever be the same. By the end, you’ll have not only a blanket to snuggle under but also a unique story stitched into every cable and twist.

Pattern Specifics:

Difficulty: Intermediate – uses a variety of front post stitches to create the texture and points.

Sample used: Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted yarn 5.12 oz/145g, 318 yds/291m

Notes:

• When working FPDC you will work into the stitch two rows below.
• Straight cable sections use FPdc. Crossed cable sections use FPtr.
• Every even numbered row is an easy sc across row – there are no FP sts to worry about.
• 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 sc.

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.

FPdc-V st (Front Post double crochet V stitch) – This stitch is worked over 3 sts. Sk first st, FPdc around next st, sc into same st, FPDC  around same st. Sk 3 sts from the sc round below to account for this stitch.

FPdc2tog (Front post double crochet 2 together) – yo, insert hook from front to back to front around post of indicated st, yo, pull up loop, yo, pull through 2 loops. Yo, insert hook from front to back to front around post of next fp stitch from 2 rows below, yo, pull up loop, yo, pull through 2 loops.Yo and pull through all 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

Free Written Pattern – Bark and Branch Section

Ready to get started? You’ll find the free written pattern for the Bark and Branch section right here in this post. Scroll down to the pattern section below and start working your stitches as part of the Adventure in Cables Blanket CAL.

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With 4 weight yarn and a 5mm hook:

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 6 sts,FPdc around next st, sc in next 6 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (14 sc, 3 FPdc)

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 5 sts,FPdc-V st around next st, sc in next 5 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (12 sc, 2 FPdc, 1 FPdc-V st)

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 4 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 4 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (12 sc, 4 FPdc)

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 5 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 5 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (12 sc, 4 FPdc)

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 6 sts, FPdc2tog over the next 3 sts, sc in next 6 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (14 sc, 2 FPdc, 1 FPdc2tog)

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

Row 13: Rep row 5.

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

Row 15: Rep row 7.

Row 16: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 17: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc-V st around the second of the 3 sc from row 15, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (10 sc, 4 FPdc, 1 FPdc-V st)

Row 18: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 19: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (11 sc, 6 FPdc)

Row 20: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 21: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, *FPdc around next st, sc in next st*, rep from * to * twice more, FPdc-V st around 2nd of the 3 sc from two rows below, sc in next st, **FPdc around next st, sc in next st.** Rep from ** to ** twice more. Sc in last st, turn. (9 sc, 6 FPdc, 1 FPdc-V st)

Row 22: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 23: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around the 3rd FPdc from row 21, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (10 sc, 6 FPdc)

Row 24: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 25: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc into 2nd of the 3 sc from row 23, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (10 sc, 7 FPdc)

Row 26: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 27: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around second FPdc from row 25, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc-V st around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (10 sc, 4 FPdc, 1 FPdc-V st)

Row 28: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Row 29: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 3 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next 2 sts, FPdc around next st, sc in next st, FPdc around next st, sc in last st, turn. (11 sc, 6 FPdc,)

Row 30: Ch 1, sc in each st across, turn. (17 sc)

Rows 31 on: Rep Rows 9-30 until project has reached 60”.

✨ Your adventure awaits. Let’s crochet some cables!