“Felted Knitting PATTERN: Messenger - Satchel Tote”

This is an intermediate beginner project.

The BROWN model shown is edged in a complimetary color that makes the Noro Kureyon wool (yarn that self stripes as it knits) really “pop”.

The front panels of the bag could be knit with rows of leftover yarn! See the purple model for an example.

The pattern will provide instructions for the bag’s basic shape. Using the instructions provided, you will decide what color(s) you wish to use.

Ask for my felted rose pattern (free of charge when requested) to dress this one up).

For extra help with your felting projects, Check out my blog for stitch animations, charts and a knitting video: http://pippspurses.blogspot.com/

You will use strait size 10.5 needles and a single strand of worsted weight wool. You will knit 3 separate pieces with your strait needles and then sew them together before felting the bag. You will use the basic knit, purl , make a stitch/M1 and knit 2 together (k2tog) stitches to create this bag.

This is a LARGE carry all like handbag. I am almost 5’9” and I can wear it across my torso or over one shoulder (see the pictures). Excellent for school, work and projects!

You can use a magnetic snap for the flap or a button for closure.

After felting it measures about:

12”h x 11”w x 4”w