Striped Tote Bag by Jane Crowfoot

Striped Tote Bag

Knitting
March 2006
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
English

A relatively easy color work project; perfect for beginner knitters looking to try out Intarsia knitting. The bag has a knitted hem and could be lined with fabric, if you wish, to give it extra stability.

Materials:
1 x 50 g ball of Rowan Handknit Cotton in each of four colors,
Beige (A)
Light Brown (B)
Cream (C)
Sea Green (D)

Measurements:
Approx. 12 1/2 in./ 32 cm wide by 10 1/2 in./ 27 cm long.

Additional Materials:
Two size 6 (4mm) double-pointed needles
1 magnetic bag closure (optional)
Lining fabric (optional)
Firm cardboard