Wedge Weave Pouch

After learning the wedge weave style on a traditional Navajo loom, I was was inspired to create a similar knitting design. As I am always in need of places to safely store my small notions (yarn needles, stitch markers, scissors, etc.) I decided to create this pouch. It is knit in the round using Judy’s Magic cast on to create the bottom (a standard cast on can also be used). A zipper and lining is added with a simple backstitch and hand sewing. If you have never added a zipper to a knitting project, I challenge you to give it a shot!

This is also a great way to use beloved leftovers of yarn and to create a useful gift that can be used for more than knitting notions.

Difficulty Level
Intermediate/Adventurous Beginner: Familiar with knitting in the round using magic loop or another small circumference method, familiar with reading color-work charts.

Skills Required
Cast on, working in the round on circular needles, working from charts, stranded color-work, bind off.

Finished Measurements
Width: 7” (18 cm)
Height: 4.5” (11.5 cm)

Gauge
18 sts and 21 rounds = 4 inches in charted pattern

Materials
US Size 8 (5.0 mm) circular knitting needle 32” or longer for magic loop.
Worsted weight yarn in two contrasting colors.
7” zipper
Small amount of fabric for lining.

Approximate Yardage
Main Color: 35 yards (32 m)
Contrasting Color: 20 yards (18.5 m)