This project is ideal for practising fair isle techniques. The pattern is designed for ease of knitting with a maximum of three stitches to carry yarn across, and only two colours per row as in traditional fair isle. It also has straight sides, so you can really concentrate on the stranded knitting while you work.

The added lining gives depth to the design as well as making the bag sturdy and practical. It is also the perfect size for keeping your knitting in, so could be used as a project bag.