Knit a beautiful Lotus bag in a zig-zag-pattern. The bag is perfect for a trip to the beach, shopping or to carry your latest knitting project.

It has many uses and can be made in whatever colors you like best - and you can’t decide, you can always knit another ;)

Pattern information:
The base of the bag is knitted in stockinette stitch with increases. The side of the bag is knitted in a pattern with stripes. The straps are knitted as i-cords and sewn onto the bag in the end.

Materials:

• 2 skeins of 1.8 oz. (50 g) of Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/4, col. 98 A
• 1 skein of 1.8 oz. (50 g) of Hobbii Rainbow Cotton 8/4, col. 97 B
• Double pointed needles US size 2.5 (3 mm)
• Circular needle 31.5 inches (80 cm) US size 2.5 (3 mm)

Measurements
Width: 12.6 inches (32 cm)

Gauge:
28 stitches and 36 rounds of stockinette stitch on 4” (10 cm)

Techniques:
1 increase:
Pick up the horizontal loop between the stitches and knit it through the back loop.
3 stitches together:
Slip 1 stitch knitwise, knit 2 stitches together through the back loop, pull the loose stitch over.