Versatile knit accessory you can personalize for entire family. Comfortable in using- arms serves also as a closure, so no worry someone put hand inside while you carry it. Can be changed into a bag at any time.
Pattern includes step by step instuction on how to knit a backpack in three sizes. Written instructons in English US terms and lots of detailed photos will lead you through this process. Suitable for beginners as well as for intermediate and advanced knitters. You need to know basic knit and crochet stitches, the rest is explained in the pattern. Includes instruction on how turn the backpack into a bag and two ways to attach straps.

Sizes: S,M,L

Finished measurements:

length: 35cm (13.8 in)/ 40 cm (15.7 in)/ 45 cm (17.7 in)
width: 30cm (11.8 in)/ 35 cm (13.8 in)/ 40 cm (15.7 in)
straps length: 48 cm (18.9 in)/ 56 cm (22 in)/ 64 cm (25.2 in).

Materials:

Cotton cord 5 mm or super bulky yarn:
Color A: 100 m (109 yds)/ 150 m (164 yds)/ 150 m (164 yds)
Color B: 50 m (54 yds)/ 50 m (54 yds)/ 50 m (54 yds)

If preferred color C for straps then:

Color A: 100 m (109 yds)/ 100 m (109 yds)/ 150 m (164 yds)
Color B: 50 m (54 yds)/ 50 m (54 yds)/ 50 m (54 yds)
Color C: 50 m (54 yds)/ 50 m (54 yds)/ 50 m (54 yds)

Circular knitting needles 9 mm/US 13 at least 80 cm/31.5” long
Crochet hook 8 mm/US L and smaller e.g. 6mm/J for weaving ends
2 metal rings with 3 cm (1.2 in) in diameter
2 metal snap hooks of 4,5 cm (2 in) length
Stitch marker, scissors, sewing thread and needle for joining cord ends

Thank you and happy knitting and crocheting!
Anna