Which came first, the strap or the bag? The strap, of course! Unique construction techniques
make this funky yet feminine bag interesting and fun to create. Worn cross-body, there is no
possibility of this bag slipping or slowing you down as you pursue your next endeavor, whatever
that may be.
Pattern Availability: pdf download - $5.00
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Craft: Knitting
Difficulty:
Materials:
Yarn - Plymouth Earth Ecco Baby Camel (100% baby camel; 59 yds [54 m]/1.75 oz [50g]; CYCA 5):
#200 tan (MC), 7 skeins.
Plymouth Yarn Company Trabajos Del Peru (100% extra fine merino; 147 yds [134 m]/3.5 oz
[100g]; CYCA 4): #007 reds (CC), 2 skeins.
Needles - US size 6(4mm) 36" circular needle, US size 11(8mm) needles of any type. Adjust needle size if
necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions - Tapestry needle; stitch markers (m); three 1.5" buttons.
Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4" in St st with MC on smaller needles.
18 sts and 28 rows = 4" in St st with CC on smaller needles. This project does not require
blocking, so measure swatch unblocked to check gauge.
Available Sizes: One size fits all.
Measurements: About 12.5" wide and 6" high with a 42" long strap.
Original design by Talitha Kuomi
Talitha's current projects hang in bags of all shapes and sizes on a very sturdy hook just outside
her little 'studio under the stairs'. She seldom leaves home without one. Frequently she tells
stories of knitting and of life on her blog and you can always reach her at
talithakuomi@live.com.
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