This fun, summery bag is worked flat in a 2x2 slip stitch pattern that creates a firm, textured fabric, perfect for bags.

The graphical, abstract shapes are created using the intarsia technique and the pattern describes a version with and a version
without a flap.

The bag is knitted as a single rectangle, which is then folded in half, where the sides are joined using an I-cord bind-off, which continues
as an I-cord strap. You can personalise the bag according to your preferences: Leave it simple, add a zipper, lining or a flap with a matching I-cord edge.

Versions: Without flap (with flap)

Gauge: 32 sts x 74 rows (37 garter ridges) to 10 x 10cm (4 x 4in) in the slip stitch pattern.

Needles: 3.75mm (US 5) circular needles for the bag body and 2.5mm (US 1.5) circular needles for the (I-cord) cast-off and strap.

Yarn: A sport or light DK weight yarn in a blend of wool and plant fibres added for strength. Alternately, use a strand of wool yarn held together with a strand of linen yarn.

Requirement for bag without flap (with flap):
MC: 27 (45) g
CC1: 12 (12) g
CC2: 7,5 (10) g
CC3: 9 (9) g
CC4: 7,5 (8,5) g
CC5: 11,5 (15) g

Note: These amounts are based on a strap of about 100cm (39.25 inches). If you choose to change the length of the strap, adjust your yardage accordingly.

Yarn used in the sample: A variety of leftover yarns from stash,
see breakdown below.

Turquoise sample without flap:
MC: One strand of Cascade 220 Fingering (100% wool, 250m / 273yds per 50g, colour 9592 Sage), held together with one strand of Wollen Berlin Lino Mūka (100% Linen, 245m / 268yds per 50g, colour Hint Of Mint).
CC1: Two strands of a lace-weight 100% wool yarn, held together with one strand of Wollen Berlin Lino Mūka (100% Linen, 245m / 268yds per 50g, colour Apricot).
CC2: One strand of Lang Yarns Merino 400 Lace (100% wool, 199m / 218yds per 25g, colour 796.0093), held together with one strand of Lang Yarns Crealino (100% Linen, 165m / 180yds per 50g, hand-dyed).
CC3: Two strands of a cobweb weight 100% wool yarn, held together with one strand of Lang Yarns Crealino (100% Linen, 165m / 180yds per 50g, colour 1089.0059).
CC4: One strand of Lanivendole A Chic Blend (60% wool, 20% alpaca, 20% mohair, 225m / 246yds per 50g, colour Senape), held together with one strand of Wollen Berlin Lino Mūka (100% Linen, 245m / 268yds per 50g, Brimstone).
CC5: One strand of Lang Yarns Merino 400 Lace (100% wool, 199m / 218yds per 25g, colour 796.0098), held together with one strand of Lang Yarns Crealino (100% Linen, 165m / 180yds per 50g, 1089.0098).

Green sample with flap:
MC: See CC4 of the turquoise sample (page 3).
CC1: One strand of a light fingering weight, 100% wool yarn, held together with one strand of Wollen Berlin Lino Mūka (100% Linen, 245m / 268yds per 50g, hand-dyed).
CC2: See CC5 of the turquoise sample.
CC3: See CC1of the turquoise sample.
CC4: See MC of the turquoise sample.
CC5: See CC2 of the turquoise sample.

In addition to a detailed PDF with a colour chart and written instructions, the pattern also contains step-by-step photos and additional video instructions.