My First Felted Tote pattern

“This simple bag turns heads. It could also be called the "Baby Bear Bag" because it is "just right." Just the right size to take lunch to work or carry a knitting project, just right for embellishing, just right to garner compliments wherever you go! PLUS, it is just right for teaching students how-to pick-up stitches, knit in the round and make an i-cord-style strap. You'll enjoy the learning experience and love the finished product.“ ~Joan

Size:
Felted dimension is approximately 11"/28 cm wide x 9"/23 cm tall by 4.5”/11 cm deep. 
Approximate size before felting: 20"/51 cm wide x 20"/51 cm tall and 6"/15 cm deep.
Straps felt from 36"/91 cm to 23"/58 cm (measurement excludes tab).

Yarn:
Worsted weight feltable yarn, sample made with Stonehedge Fiber Mill Shepherd’s Wool (115 g, 250 yds/229 m).
Two colors:
(A) Main - 380 yds (347 m);
(B) Contrast - 125 yds (114 m).

Needles and Notions:
US 10.5/6.5 mm for circular knitting or size to achieve gauge.
Stitch markers, tapestry needle.

Skills:
Knitting in the round, picking up stitches, I-cord bind off.

Written/Charted:
Written.

Design by Joan Sheridan

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