Finished size: (laid flat) 17.4”/44cm W X 11.5”/29cm H, handle is 26”/66cm long, handle drop is 11.9”/30cm.

Yarn: 80% acrylic – 20% polyamide, category fine, 50gr (1.76 oz)/170 m (185 yds): 8 skeins in brown (Note: Entire piece is worked using 2 strands of yarn). You can substitute it by a yarn category worsted (100gr (3.5 oz)/170m (185 yds) and work with 1 strand of yarn.

Needles: US 8 (5mm). Adjust needle size to obtain correct gauge
Notions: tapestry needle, stitch holder, fabric for lining, matching sewing thread, a zipper 40cm long, a metal chain (1.5cm width), 16 “/40 cm long (end to end), sewing needle, sewing machine.

Level: intermediate

The front and back of bag are identical and are shaped with increases and decreases. The side gusset is worked in two identical pieces too. A horizontal band at the top is worked at the end, before the pieces are joined together. A fabric lining adds stability to the bag and prevents pens and small item from shipping out. The bag fastens with a zipper.