Striped Summer Bag by Susan Mills Knits

Striped Summer Bag

Knitting
May 2016
DK (11 wpi) ?
18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
3.5 mm (E)
Approx 13¼" wide x 19" deep
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Fortuna
Summery shades with a tone-on- tone dye effect. The same drape and fabulous fiber combination as self-striping Bella Lino, Fortuna is a great yarn to crochet!

Linen is a strong fiber and makes a wonderful summer bag. Perfect for toting groceries or for a trip to the beach. Knit in the round from the bottom up, you can easily customize the size of your bag to suit your needs.


Skill Level
Intermediate

Finished Measurements
Approx 13¼“ wide x 19” deep

Yarn
Fortuna by Classic Elite Yarns
(58% line, 26% Viscose, 16% cotton; 50 g = approx 164 yards)
1 ball each:
A – 3503 Slate
B – 3504 Storm Cloud
C – 3588 Rose
D – 3515 Spruce
E – 3531 Summer Blue
F – 3535 Brass

Other Materials
Optional: Fabric for lining
Purchased or fabric handles or strap

Needles
Circular knitting needle (16” or 24”) in size US6 (4 mm) or size to obtain gauge.
Crochet hook in size E/4 (3.5 mm) for optional pocket

Gauge
18 sts and 24 rows= 4” in Stockinette stitch, blocked. Take time to save time, check your gauge.