Find our favorite knitting bag patterns including knitting purses, totes, gift bags and more.
By Brenda Castiel, from the October 2021 issue
This stylish bag shows an oversized classic houndstooth check in a lively rainbow gradient yarn. The bag is begun by knitting a rectangle for the bottom of the bag, picking up stitches around the other three sides of the piece and joining to work in the round.
View ProjectBy Tiam Safari, from the August 2021 issue
Knit in just two hours, Estella is an elegant purse that has two handle options. Shimmery yarn adds that extra pizzazz to really make this piece shine.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch, from the June 2021 issue
Stella is a knit bag that puts a spin on traditional nautical stripes. Made flat in the garter stitch, stitches are picked up along the bottom edges of the center panel to work the horizontal striped borders. Knit with nylon cord and lined with felt, this bag is sturdier than most for all your summer adventures.
View ProjectBy Kimberly Kalnoki, from the June 2021 issue
This fun tote bag is perfect for a day at the beach, while also being versatile enough for everyday use. The pattern uses a variety of textured stitches and simple colorwork to illustrate a seashell that has been washed ashore by incoming waves.
View ProjectBy Rosann Fleischauer, from the February 2021 issue
A funky stitch, some superwash wool and a few vintage findings make this a quick weekend project. The strap can be a vintage piece of chain, a knit i-cord, a 5-stitch tunisian crochet rectangle or a ribbon. Use your stash of notions to make it your own.
View ProjectBy Karen Fletcher, from the August 2020 issue
Mini purses are trending and this mod mini purse is the knitter’s version of this tiny trend. Using colorwork to create sleek and angled lines between shades of white, gray and black, this is an excellent project for beginner intarsia knitters.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch, from the June 2020 issue
Raffia ribbon transforms this Fanny Pack into a trendy, hands-free mini purse that can be anchored to the waist to hold the basics such as phone, keys, money and lipstick! Its neutral color will complement any outfit whether shopping, on vacation or visiting your favorite beach.
View ProjectBy Debra Arch, from the June 2020 issue
Colorful raffia comes together to make a bag that feels like a rainforest adventure. Complete with trendy circular bamboo-style handles and a loop stitch center fringe, this bag has island style. Three optional I-cord flowers add the final touch to this summer bag that’s perfect for your adventures.
View ProjectBy Jessie Rayot, from the June 2020 issue
This playful clutch will add a bold pop of color to all your outfits. With a shoulder or wrist strap or no strap at all, you can carry it around however you please! Plus, don’t miss the complete instructions on how to line this clutch with fabric for extra stability (and opportunity for even more personalization).
View ProjectBy Debra Arch, from the June 2020 issue
Three innovative techniques are used to create this beachy textured bag. An easy two-row repeat creates a thick, luxurious feel and sturdy structure that we know you’ll love. The clever knit cord and new knit around a metal ring technique look exactly like crochet but are easily made with simple knitting stitches.
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