I finished the knitting on this bag a long time ago, then started on garter st handles. UGH. Knitting with the green was hard for me - I couldnt see the dark color very well and the Super Saver ate up my fingers as I was knitting. Finally, I gave up on the knitted handles and made I-cord handles using my French Knitter. Much, much better. Finished the handles and the bag is now ready to use. :)