Pattern Description from Interweave Knits, Summer 2005: “Kristin Nicholas’s cheerful bag will come in handy for carrying knitting, books, or even a few groceries. Stitches are picked up around a garter-stitch base and worked in the round from the bottom up, then the bag is felted to the washer to form a thick, sturdy fabric. For a splash of playful color, Kristin has added a smattering of embroidered circles.”

Finished Size: 12” (30.5 cm) wide and 14” (35.5 cm) tall, after felting.

Yarn: Devon Julia (50% wool, 25% kid mohair, 25% alpaca; 93 yd 85 m/50 g): #6085 deep geranium (MC), 6 balls; small amount of #2163 golden honey, #2250 French pumpkin, #3961 lady’s mantle, and #B118 espresso. Yarn distributed by Great Yarns of Raleigh North Carolina.

Needles: Size 10½ (6.5 mm): 24” (60-cm) circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

Notions: Marker (m); tapestry needle.