Athene is the ideal shoulder- or handbag for spring and summer. It radiates sunshine and joy with its simple and timeless design, making it perfect for any outfit. It manages to add a touch of extra elegance even to the most basic outfit. There are videoguides throughout the pattern.

Procedure:

The Athene Bag is knitted from the bottom up. First, the front of the bag is shaped, then the back is knitted, simultaneously attaching it to the front. Next, the flap that closes the bag is knitted. Finally, the leather strap is sewn onto the bag, and all loose ends are secured.

Sizes: Onesize

Measurements:

Width: approximately 25 cm 9.84 inch.
Depth: approximately 16 cm 6.29 inch.

Gauge: 28 stitches x 30 rows on pind 5 mm US size 8 i mønstret = 10 cm x 10 cm 4 inch x 4 inch.

Recommended needles: Circular needle 5 mm US size 8r 100 cm) 31.5 or 39.37 inch.

Materials: 1 strand of Peruvian Highland Wool from Filcolana (50 g = 100 m). 1 leather strap 60 cm from Selfmade.

Material suggestions: 100-150 g of Peruvian Highland Wool. 1 leather strap 60 cm.

See www.atheneknitwear.com for more yarn alternatives and recommendations for the Athene Bag.

Difficulty level: 3 out of 5 stars.

The pattern will be send as a PDF-file.