This class is all about learning to knit very simple lace while making an exceptionally practical project - a classic knit market bag! It’s a really versatile and eco friendly item that will last you for a long time - you can take it grocery shopping, to a farmers market or even to a beach. It will help you cut down on using plastic bags, fitting into sustainable living values and will make a lovely gift for an eco conscious friend.
This class is a great introduction to knitting lace - you’ll practice the basic stitches involved in lace knitting on a very simple stitch, and you’ll be able to take those skills and work more complex lace in your next projects like summer tops or shawls, more confidently.
What you’ll learn:
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<li>how to knit simple lace,</li>
<li>how to use Long Tail Cast On and Backwards Loop Cast On,</li>
<li>how to knit garter stitch in the round,</li>
<li>how to pick up stitches along your knitting (useful for knitting sweaters &amp; socks too!),</li>
<li>what is the construction of a market bag,</li>
<li>how to cast on stitches in extension of your knitting - for handles, or underarms of a sweater,</li>
<li>how to use Standard Bind Off,</li>
<li>how to customize your bag.</li>
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This class is created for knitters who are familiar with the basics - advanced beginners and beyond. While I show the process of making the bag step by step, you’ll follow most comfortably and you’ll take most from the class if you’ve had some knitting experience beforehand. If you’re a total beginner, I recommend you take one of my intro classes first!
You’ll need some supplies to follow along with the class:
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<li>worsted weight yarn - cotton, linen or a blend (approx. 220m - 240 yds),</li>
<li>two pairs of knitting needles - 3,5mm, so US4 circular needles with 80-100 cm (32-40”) cable and 8 mm (US 11) straight or circular needles,</li>
<li>notions: scissors, a stitch marker and tapestry needle.</li>
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When you watch this class, you’ll receive the class guidebook, which contains tools and supplies listed with linked options, tips on modification of the bag, a few alternative stitch patterns options and a copy of written pattern of the bag shared in class.
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See you in the class!

Intro

Class Project and Resources

Tools and Supplies

Construction and Customization

Knitting the Bag Border

Knitting the Lace

Finishing the Bag Body

Knitting the Handles

Bind Off and Finishing

Wrap Up

Market Bag Class Guide.pdf

Lace Market Bag

Easy Lace Knitting: Knit a Classic Market Bag

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