The Bark Bag, is a fun one day project that will work for all bag loving gals both old and young. It is compact, but sturdy. The cables create a classic look so that the bag may be used for all types of occasions.

Knit on straight needles in one piece, the bag is a quick knit. You can line the bag if you wish and add a snap within the interior to keep your valuables secure. Add a stylish handle and the leaf decorations and you are ready to go. Knit in Lion Brand Jiffy yarn, The Bark Bag is an economical solution to many more expensive bags but just as much fun to carry.

Stitches you will need to know -

K—knit
P—purl
C3 over 3 right—take 3 stitches slip to cable hook, hold in back of work, knit 3 stitches, then knit 3 stitches on cable hook
C3 over 3 left—take 3 stitches slip to cable hook, hold in front of work, knit 3 stitches, then knit 3 stitches on cable hook
YO—yarn over increasing by one stitch
Ssk—knit 2 together through back loops
K2tog—knit 2 together
Sl1 k2tog psso—slip 1 stitch to right needle, knit 2 stitches together then slip the 1 slipped stitch over the just knitted stitch

Measurements -
8 inches long
4.5 inches wide
5 inches deep

Materials needed -

Size 8 (5.00mm) straight knitting needles
1 ball Lion Brand Jiffy Yarn –135 yards
Cable Hook
Small piece of fabric for lining
Darning needle
Button or snap for inside
Handle or leather strips to create handle