Double Ridged Drawstring Backpack by Laura Farson

Double Ridged Drawstring Backpack

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Knitting
Aran (8 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 11 rows = 2 inches
US 8 - 5.0 mm
Finished Size 9 x 12 x 4"
English
Discontinued. This digital pattern is no longer available online.

This backpack is sturdy. The fabric is tightly knit with ridges making it stiff without felting. It’s a roomy size with a wide top opening that cinches closed.

Skill Level:
Intermediate

Finished Size:
9 x 12 x 4”

Materials:
Cascade Yarns® Pastaza
50% Llama, 50% Wool
100 g (3.5 oz), 132 yds
MC: 1 skein Delft Blue #1209
CC: 1 skein Blue/Green Variegated #9921
2 US 8 circular needles (16”)
8 stitch markers
Tapestry needle
10 Large Eyelets (Dritz)
Cord Stop (Dritz) for closure
1/2 yard 45” wide lining fabric (a firm finely woven denim works well)
Interfacing or Quilt template plastic 4” x 9”
Sewing needle and thread to match the lining

Gauge:
16 sts x 11 rnds = 2” in stranded knitting