Though it could have many functions, the ‘necessaries purse’ was originally designed to help keep young women involved in sports by providing them with a discreet and convenient solution for storing hygiene products.

The firm fabric and the tie fastenings ensure that the purse will stay closed whether it is in a backpack or equipment bag. Large enough to fit variety of supplies it is also small enough to be put into a pocket.

Despite the complex appearance this is one of the easiest colour work patterns around, with only 1 colour being used at a time.

This is also a great project for using up those oddments of chunky weight yarn we all have lying around. Using only 10-15gr per colour this is an ideal project for using up ends.