8ply plaited cable bag knitting pattern - Bridget

This 8ply/DK bag features plaited cable panels on the body of the bag and two plaited cable handles. The body of the bag is worked in one piece then the side seams are sewn. The handles are knitted then sewn lengthwise to make a double fabric which is both sturdy and soft. The bag can be fastened with a zip or press studs.

 

Bag width: 35cm [13¾ ins].

Bag height (excluding handles): 25cm [10 ins].

 

Yarn required: Panda Domino 8ply, 5 x 50g balls.

 

Needles required: A pair of 4.00mm [UK 8, US 6] knitting needles.

Wool needle for sewing up.

 

Also required: A cable needle. A 35cm [13¾ ins] zip or 3 press studs.

 

Tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm [4 ins] over stocking st, using 4.00mm needles.

 

Pattern rating: Easy.

Please note that this pattern is protected by copyright and you do not have permission to copy or resell this pattern. You may, however, sell the knitted product.