Uses worsted weight cotton yarn, and knitting needles, 1 pair US #5, and a 24 inch circular needle size 10.5. An easy to do, lovely stitch pattern for a brand new shopping bag! Make one to take to the beach too. Had a neat fitting bottom that will accommodate the weight of many items. This will knit up quickly so you will want to make some for gifts too! Use all year round for baby items, shopping, carry extra shoes or a sweater to work with you in this neat bag!