Pouch turned Purse
Well, I got a bit carried away knitting the repeats on my "accessory pouch" from Melanie Falick's Handknit Holidays and it has now turned into a nice sized purse! Really, that's what I intended and I am quite happy with the size at 5 repeats per side. The red is a bit hard to photograph, but you can get the idea from the photo below. I was still having trouble with the pattern and really should have taken the time to chart it out. So, it it done, but not perfect - good enough for a rustic knit purse!
I have left each side on the needles so I can make adjustments after I pick up a set of handles. I am heading downtown this afternoon with my good friend to pick up the handles and some fabric to line the inside. I haven't been yarn/fabric shopping for ages (besides thrift stores) so it should be a fun afternoon!
I have left each side on the needles so I can make adjustments after I pick up a set of handles. I am heading downtown this afternoon with my good friend to pick up the handles and some fabric to line the inside. I haven't been yarn/fabric shopping for ages (besides thrift stores) so it should be a fun afternoon!
posted by Robin | 11:46 a.m.
4 Comments:
That's neat :) Wish I could knit a sweater for my baby.
That seems to be the perfect size for a purse. I thought the original bag in Handknit Holidays was huuuuge! Good job!
Thanks tinkerfaerie! There are some great baby sweater patterns that aren't too hard. Give it a try!
Thanks veronique - The bags in the book are very large and very small! Luckily, it is an easy pattern to adjust to whatever size you prefer.
That purse is going to be really pretty.
I do hope you will play with us at the refashion wardrobe challenge.
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