This style is also occasionally called a ‘hobo’ bag. Whatever it is called, its bright color, generous size and casual styling will make it one of your favorites! (Lion Brand Yarn)

Lion Brand Pattern #: 50922

SKILL LEVEL: Easy + (Level 3)

(A) Incredible® (Article #520) 330 yards discontinued
(B) Microspun (Article #910) 2 balls

Ed. note: Try non-stretchy super-bulky yarn combinations that work up to the gauge you prefer.

Size 17 [13 mm] 29-inch [75 cm] Circular Knitting Needles
Size 17 [12.75 mm] double pointed needles
Stitch Holders
Split Ring Stitch

Gauge: 10 sts + 12 rows = 4 in. [10 cm] in Garter st (k every row) with 1 strand each of A and B held together.

Pattern: 2-rows

Work begins with straps (worked in rows), continuing with the body (worked in the round). Sew cast-on ends of straps together to finish.

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