This is a great beginning knitting project since the bag is felted after knititng. All the “mistakes” vanish! Felting instructions are included in the pattern. Either a single strand of bulkey weight wool yarn or double stands of worsted yarn are used. Needles needed are size 13 - 24” circular and size 11 doublepoints. This is also the perfect “team spirit” project--show your team colors in the updated tote!