This bright and jaunty bag is worked in the colours of the Gulf waters lapping the Florida coast. It features bands of Basketweave set on a background of Double Moss Stitch, giving it an understated elegance.

The knitted bag is lined with a canvas tote in a co-ordinating colour to give a beautifully harmonious look. The final result is sturdy and modern – just perfect for a trip to the shopping mall or a relaxing day at the beach.

NB: This pattern is also included in the “Southampton Collection – Five Fabric-Lined Bags”.

The pattern is worked in a reversible stitch from our book, Reversible Knitting Stitches – A Sourcebook of 250 Double-Sided Stitch Patterns.

PATTERN INFORMATION:
DIFFICULTY: Intermediate

TECHNIQUES REQUIRED: Knitting, purling, provisional cast-on, slipped stitches, increases, working in the round.
Optional: Dyeing the liner

SIZE: 31.5cm/12.5 ins high x 34cm/13.25 ins wide
Drop from handle to base: 52cm/20.5 ins

MATERIALS:
Yarn: Lily Sugar ‘n Cream heavy worsted weight/Aran yarn, 100% cotton, 183m/200 yds:113 gm/4 oz Super Size ball in Colour: #18111 Mod Blue (Turquoise) x2 balls.

Actual amount used: 177gm/6.25 oz, 286m/313 yds.

Yarn substitution: To use an alternative yarn, please select an Aran or heavy worsted weight yarn with a recommended gauge of 18-20 sts:10 cm / 4 ins using 4.5mm/US #7 needles.

Needles: Size 4.0mm/US #6 circular needles.
Lengths: 60cm/24 ins & 100cm/40 ins.

Gauge: 18 sts & 26 rows to 10cm/4 ins in Double Moss Stitch using 4.0mm/US #6 needles.

Notions: Row counter, markers, sewing needle, thread & tapestry needle for finishing.

For Provisional Cast-On: Crochet hook and small amount of waste yarn.

Bag Liner: Cotton, linen or canvas bag, size: 31.5cm/12.5 ins high x 34cm/13.25 ins wide in natural colour if dyeing bag, or in colour of choice.

Dye (optional):
1 packet of Dyelon hand dye, Colour: Bahama Blue.
250gm/8oz salt for the dyebath, plus a little extra for finishing.

© Moira Ravenscroft, 2024
Website: www.wyndlestrawdesigns.com