Written for a beginner cable class, basic cables, lies flat
Size and gauge can change per knitters choice, as usual this can change the yarn requirements
Cable needle
Row counter of some kind recommended (paper and pencil works) I use KnitCompanion for everything now.
Cables look best with firm but not tight stitches and your work is best demonstrated in a light, solid color
Alternative Purling also improves the look of cables especially when worked to the left of the cable