Keep your essentials close and your style on point with a knit crossbody bag. This chic accessory combines practicality with a touch of handmade charm, making it a unique addition to any outfit. Perfect for days when you're on the move, its snug knit texture offers a cozy feel, while the crossbody design keeps your hands free.
Available in an array of colors and patterns, there's one to match every mood and taste. So, whether you're out for coffee or strolling through the park, a knit crossbody bag is your perfect companion for carrying what matters most.
Knit Crossbody Bag Tutorial
Materials Needed:
- Yarn
- Circular knitting sticks or regular knitting sticks
- Crochet hook
- Scissors
- Another set of knitting sticks or circular knitting sticks or string (optional for holding stitches)
Instructions:
Start:
- Make a loop and place it on your knitting stick. This loop counts as your first stitch.
Casting On:
- Cast on five extra stitches for a total of six stitches on your knitting needle.
First Row (Knit Stitch):
- Turn your work over to start the first row.
- Insert the needle under the loop, wrap the yarn around, and pull forward to complete a knit stitch.
- Continue with the knit stitch for the entire row.
Second Row (Purl Stitch):
- Once the first row is complete, turn your work around to face the purl side.
- For the purl stitch, put your needle through, wrap the yarn around, and pull it to the back.
- Continue with purl stitch for the entire row.
Repeat:
- Continue alternating between knit and purl stitches back and forth until the strap is long enough for the first strap of your crossbody bag.
Dividing Stitches for the Bag Width:
- Once the strap is sufficiently long, divide the stitches in half.
- Transfer three stitches to another set of knitting sticks or a string to hold them aside.
- Continue working with the set of three stitches you've kept out. Knit this portion until it is as wide as you want the bag or purse area to be.
Rejoining for the Main Body:
- After achieving the desired width, rejoin the sets of stitches.
- Resume knitting across all six stitches, preparing to work on the body of the bag.
Knitting the Body:
- Keep doing knit stitches only (no more purl stitches) to work in the round and create the body of your bag.
- Continue until the bag is as deep as you prefer.
Casting Off:
- To cast off, knit two stitches, then lift the first stitch over the second stitch and off the needle.
- Repeat this process until all stitches are cast off.
Finishing Touches:
- Once casting off is complete, cut the yarn and tie off the end securely.
- To close the bottom of the bag, turn the bag inside out and use a crochet hook to weave the sides together with a slip stitch (or the stitch you're comfortable with).
- Secure all loose ends.
Final Touches:
- The creator also added a bow as decoration, suggesting you can personalize the bag with decorations like bows or tassels.
Completion:
- Now you have a finished knitted crossbody bag, ready for use.
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