I wrote this pattern because even though I buy patterns, I’m not always satisfied with them. I’m not typically a pattern writer, but after fiddling (and, struggling) with quite a few purchased patterns and revisiting several different techniques I’ve used for past projects (including an ‘accidental’ ribbed mesh pattern that was truly an accident), it seemed the perfect way to share my satisfaction with what I’ve come up with.

One of the causes of my frustration was working from the bottom up - because DPNs and I don’t always play nice together, I’ve found that it’s easier for me to finish rather than starting with them. So, these little bags are worked in the round, from the top down. And, because a little more than a simple Knit-Purl is required, I’d categorize this as for an Advanced Beginner - maybe even Intermediate, depending on your skill level. (It’s really easy, though, so don’t let this information intimidate you!)

I’ve included options for all 3 segments of the bags - the band/handles (2), the mesh body (4) and the base (2). The mesh techniques range from a cushiony ‘accidental’ ribbed mesh, to a very stretchy, fishnet type of mesh.