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Moss Stitch Shoulder Bag Knitting Pattern Knitting Pattern

Moss Stitch Shoulder Bag Knitting Pattern

  • Difficulty

    Beginner

  • Yarn Type

    Yarn Type

    DK / 8 ply, 4 ply / Fingering / Sock / Sport

  • designer

    Designer

    Helen Ardley

  • Needle Size

    Needle Size

    US 3 / 3.25mm, US 6 / 4.0mm

  • Needle Type

    Needle Type

    Straight

  • Techniques

    Techniques

    Moss

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What you need to know

Learn how to knit moss stitch with Helen Ardley’s beginner shoulder bag pattern

Helen Ardley's shoulder bag is a great project for beginners – the combination of cotton yarn and moss stitch work up into a beautiful finish that's sure to be a real talking point! We love the cool flower detail that really sets off this fabulous bag, and what's more you can carry just a few items so that the top folds down securely or pack it to the brim and be prepared for anything. Download this beginner-friendly knitting pattern today.

Sizing


22cm x 45cm

What do I need?


Yarn: Rowan Handknit Cotton (A) shade 330 Raffia, two 50g balls; (B) shade 205 Linen, (C) shade 331 Soap, (D) shade 326 Nectar, one 50g ball of each; Rowan 4ply cotton (E) shade 153 cream; (F) shade 142 Mandarine; (G) shade 131 Fresh, one 50g ball of each
Needles: 3.25mm; 4 mm
Beads: four, large
Buttons: wooden, large, one; pearl, small, one
Tapestry needle

Top knit tip


Blocking your work before sewing it up is a great way to ensure that you get really outstanding results. Try spritzing it with scented ironing water and covering with a tea towel before pressing with an iron. Check the ball band for care instructions and avoid touching the knitted material with the iron as it may damage it.

Meet the designer


Helen Ardley is a knitwear and crochet designer with a passion for texture and colour. She's the author of knitting bible How To Knit, as well as Cute Crochet for Tiny Tots and Crocheted Accessories. If you enjoyed making Helen's pattern, we think you'll enjoy making her textured accessories. Visit this page to see all of Helen Ardley's patterns for LKT.

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Techniques: Moss

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