I am really pleased to be able to let you know that my Persica Bag knitted bag pattern is now available in my Ravelry or Etsy stores, with 20% off until the 11th August or 50% with a code in my August Newsletter sent on the 6th August. If you aren't signed up when the August newsletter is sent, you can sign up for the mailing list here and click through on the August Newsletter button in the confirmation email to get the code.
Introducing Persica Bag knitted bag pattern
Inspired by the textures and colour contrasts of a peach kernel, I created a bag with a soft but interesting shape and a pattern featuring simple stripes of bold contrast colour and added texture. The visual effect of stripes running in different directions plus intersecting i-cord is eye-catching and the interesting construction is functional, with seams, cast off edges and decorative features supporting the shape of the soft, knitted fabric. Combining interesting construction and simple stitches equals an enjoyable project that can be worked with focus and delight in the process and also fits into a meditative, relaxing craft session.
The colours
I enjoyed working with the King Cole Finesse Cotton Silk DK yarn and seeing the bag's unusual design take shape. The yarn was absolutely perfect with its minimal stretch, slight shine and gentle crinkle texture adding extra interest to this knitted bag pattern.
I was surprised and pleased at how much the stripes stood out using just two shades of pink. Originally I had thought of using a soft peach colour with a deep wine red contrast. It had felt a bit of a risk to go for a more subtle combination but I loved the results. Expect to see more of my projects using multiple shades of the same colour. Can you spot the other changes I made from my original sketch? Let me know in the comments at the end!
Making the Cords
I used an i-cord mill for my bag, which was a fun fast way to make i-cord but the pattern includes instructions for knitting i-cord so there's no need to buy one or maybe you prefer using one of those French knitting spools, and perhaps even have a a small child willing to operate it! I know that lots of people who buy my patterns love to crochet as well as knit and there's a really fast way of making crochet cord you could try too. Here are some videos to help you decide:
I-cord mill
Quick crochet cord
French knitting spool
Knit i-cord
Pattern: Persica Bag
Yarn: King Cole Finesse Cotton Silk DK
Needles: 3.5mm straight needles and either 3.5mm double pointed needles or any type of i-cord making device you prefer to using needles
Fluid Frills Scarf crochet pattern is now available in my Ravelry or Etsy stores, with 20% off until the 14th July or 50% with a code in my July Newsletter. If you don't already have the July newsletter, you can still sign up for the mailing list here and click through on the July Newsletter button in the confirmation email to get the code.
Let me know if you make the scarf). I'm always so excited when I see that someone has used one of my patterns! I love to get comments on my blog too, so let me know your thoughts on the design or ask any questions you have below.
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