Driftwood Market Bag by Shaina Bilow

Driftwood Market Bag

Knitting
July 2025
Aran / Worsted ?
Stockinette Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
375 yards (343 m)
One Size
English
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Embrace the sunshine with a bag that will take you to the shore or the farmer’s market in style. This fun-to-knit project is worked in the round with a mesh lace pattern that emerges from the base of the bag.
With its boho style and a stretchy fits-all-the-essentials size, you’re sure to be making this for yourself and all your friends, too.

Techniques used:
Working with DPN
Working in the round
Knit/Purl
Increasing (kfb, m1L, m1r, yo)
Decreasing (sk2po, ssk, sssk, k2tog, k3tog)
Binding off
Three-needle bind off

Sizes: One Size.

Finished measurements: Base of bag 7”/18 cm square, circumference of bag 28.5”/72 cm, depth from strap to base of bag 21”/53 cm. Note that the bag depth will stretch when used.

Gauge: 18 sts and 24 rounds in 4”/10 cm in Stockinette Stitch, blocked, using size needle to obtain gauge.

Needles: US 6 (4 mm) 24”/60 cm circular needles and DPNs or size needed for gauge. Adjust needle size as necessary to obtain the correct gauge. 

Yarn: 375 yards of worsted weight (CYCA #4) yarn. Sample made with Lion Brand Yarns “Touch of Linen” (51% Cotton, 49% Linen; 197 yds /100 g ball), 2 balls in Dijon 682-170H.
Other Materials: Nine stitch markers (one of a distinguishing color for beginning of round, four should be locking stitch markers), stitch holders, tapestry needle to weave ends, fabric lining or plastic canvas base (optional).

Elevate your market day style with the Driftwood Market Bag knitting pattern. This intermediate level project features a lace design with slipped stitches and a mesh texture, creating a chic and oversized fit. Worked seamlessly in the round from the bottom up, this one-piece pattern includes a three needle bind off for a polished finish. The chevron/flame stitch adds a touch of sophistication, while the video tutorial ensures you master every step with ease.

Unique Features-

• Seamless construction for a polished look
• Lace design with slipped stitches for texture
• Oversized fit for a trendy market bag
• Chevron/flame stitch adds sophistication
• Video tutorial for easy step-by-step guidance

Materials Needed-

• Needle: 4mm (US Size 6.0)
• Yarn: Touch of Linen (Aran / Worsted weight, 375 yards)
• Gauge: 18 Stitches by 24 Row = 10 Centimeters in Stockinette Stitch