For this bag, I knit with Lamb's Pride Bulky (from the stash!) and used about 1 1/2 skeins of each color. I did modify the pattern just a bit:
*I knit only three pattern repeats (28 rows each) instead of the four specified
*I used bulky (rather than two strands of worsted) yarn
*I omitted the hem at the top (due to the bulkiness of the bag once felted)
*I used purchased suede handles, rather than the two-color twisted strap
I was a bit concerned before the bag was felted, as the fabric was quite *bubbly* due to my uneven tension with the two colors.
The Lamb's Pride felts so readily, however, that everything smoothed out in the wash. I was very happy with the result, and the size is great...almost identical to my favorite Vera totebag!
I've been wanting to try some different handles on a bag, and this one seemed the perfect candidate. So I ordered these suede handles online and I think the handsewn detail is nice.
The only final touch I may consider is to knit (and felt) a pocket for the inside of the bag. Other than that, I think this one's on the *finished* list...and will be seen around town often!
26 comments:
It looks fantastic. Lovely and bright for the summer.
I love it! The colors, the style, the handle - it's just really great.
That is very cool!
I love it! You did a great job. Felting is wonderful huh? The handles look perfect on it too :)
Look at you!
the handles look so cool on that bag! i love the colors you chose too!
Oh Oh OH!!! I love it. I showed everyone at the shop your Squiggles bag and they loved it too.
It's gorgeous! And I loooove those colors!
Awesome colors, just my style!
I just love the way this bag turned out! Every bit, the colors, the design, and the handle is the icing on the cake. Yay!
Super cute! Love the handles.
Love the colors!! Now I feel the need to do another one. :) The handles are great, btw.
Your Roxy is lovely! As Rain said, the colors are perfect for spring and summer. And the handles are a refined touch.
Excellent! Thanks for sharing your sources.
I LOVE it!!!! And those handles are GREAT! I really must get my act together & make up one ... but your bag will be a very hard act to follow!!
~ Sherri
That's just the size I want to make. Beautiful job!
this looks so awesome...and thanks for the suede link! i've been looking for a good resource!
amazing, amazing, amazing!! :D
All them Roxys and this is gotta be one of the best :)
Thanks for representing!
LOL
*hugs*
ANne aka roxy
I love your Roxy -- so cute!
I tried to go to the link for the Roxy bag, but it ended up looking like the Paypal thing was written in Italian. Is the pattern in English? Maybe I somehow clicked wrong. Can I just buy this pattern at a yarn shop here in town? I'd rather do that. Chelle
Chelle, the pattern is definitely in English! Maybe you could just send an email to Wendy and tell her you're having trouble with the payment. As far as I know, the pattern is only available online!
Beautiful! Well done! You should be very proud.
Your bag is simply scrumptious. I immediately pulled some lamb's pride from my stash and am fiendishly knitting away. By the way, did you use the 18 or 24 inch suede handles? They are absolutely fabulous!
Very pretty! I love the colors. Nice job.
Wow! I love your bag! You've inspired me to buy the pattern and make one of my own! I hadn't seen this pattern yet...so thanks!
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