Inspired by the textures and patterns of Turkish kilims, Nazar
‘weaves’ together slipped stitches and welt rib in two colors,
for a playful and sturdy geometric bag secured by a drawstring
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Materials 2 colors of Etesia, 1 skein each, shown in
Col 1 Pier, Col 2 Tidepool
Dimensions ”/ cm wide, ”/ cm long, after blocking
Needles US 2/2.75 mm or size needed to obtain gauge.
Circular ndls better accommodate the sts for the
Faces, but straight ndls may also be used.
Notions Tapestry needle, stitch markers as needed,
US H-8/5mm crochet hook (optional)
Gauge 28 sts x 48 rows in Arrow Slip Stitch, using US 2/2.75 mm
needles, unblocked = 4’’/10 cm
Skill level Intermediate
Techniques Knit and purl stitches, slipped stitches, I-cord
edges