I love the look of structured vintage handbags, but it’s hard to find them in good condition for a decent price. This bag is quick to knit and big enough to hold a knitting project and a good book as well as all your daily necessities. The stitch pattern instructions are lengthy, but easy to follow by sight after a few rows.
FINISHED DIMENSIONS:
12.5" wide by 9" tall by 3.75" wide
MATERIALS:
150 yards Artfibers Scrimshaw (100% cotton; 53 yards/50 grams)
size 10.5 US needles
2 bag handles 12” wide with 10” slot (item # FV 20 available at Lacis.com or Lacis in Berkeley, CA)
½ Yard buckrum
½ Yard fabric for lining (shown with ticking fabric)
Strong sewing thread (upholstery thread is best), regular sewing thread to match lining fabric, sewing needle
GAUGE: 4" = 11 sts by 16 rows in Steps pattern on size 10.5 needles
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Kira K Designs
Scrimshaw Satchel
Pattern $4.00 -- Downloadable PDF
**Structured, lined bags class at knit one one**
November 16th and 23rd from 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.
Choose either the knit Scrimshaw Satchel or the crocheted Water Wheel Bag for this class taught by Kira at knit one one in Berkeley, CA. We will make the outside of the bags, and pay special attention to the inner structural layer, the lining, and putting it all together with the handles.
Details and registration here.