Como Bag - PetiteKnit Pattern
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Meet your next favorite market-day companion! The Como Bag - PetiteKnit is a stylish, airy market bag featuring a gorgeous all-over eyelet pattern. Finished with clean, structured i-cord edges and seamlessly integrated handles, this slouchy and functional tote is the perfect blend of casual charm and modern utility for your everyday outings.
Please note: This is a printed knitting pattern written in English. Yarn, needles, and extra notions must be purchased separately.
Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: 3 out of 5 (Intermediate)
- Size Range: Small and Large
- Construction: This bag is cleverly worked from the top down. You begin by forming the upper edge with a beautiful stockinette and eyelet section before moving into the main body of the bag. Decreases are worked at the bottom to shape the base seamlessly. Finally, stitches are picked up along the top opening to knit the matching handles and structural i-cord borders.
Sizing & Finished Measurements
This pattern includes details for two distinct sizes, making it easy to create a compact daily tote or a spacious beach and grocery market bag.
| Size | Finished Circumference (cm) | Approximate Height (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 54 | 26 |
| Large | 63 | 29 |
Gauge & Suggested Tools
- Gauge: 20 sts x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm in eyelet pattern on 4 mm needles after washing and blocking.
- Suggested Needles: 4 mm and 3 mm circular needles, along with 4 mm and 3 mm double-pointed needles.
| Size | Material Weight Required (Julie by Permin) |
|---|---|
| Small | 138 g |
| Large | 177 g |
Note: Always purchase complete balls according to your yarn's ball band weight, and grab a little extra to account for personal gauge variations or swatching.
Crucial Swatching Tip
Do not skip making a gauge swatch in the specified eyelet pattern, and make sure to wash and block it before casting on. Textured eyelet lace patterns can shift significantly after blocking. Swatching ensures your stitches hit the required 20-stitch gauge so your finished bag expands to its ideal proportions and remains sturdy enough to carry your essentials without sagging out of shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are the handles knitted separately and sewn on?
No, the handles are fully integrated into the bag's design. You will pick up stitches directly from the top edges of the completed body to work the handles and clean i-cord detailing, ensuring maximum strength and zero sewing. -
Is this bag worked flat or in the round?
The Como Bag is knit completely in the round. This top-down circular construction eliminates side seams entirely, creating a flawless and durable finish that holds up beautifully to everyday wear. -
Can I use a different yarn instead of the recommended brand?
Yes, you can substitute other Aran-weight options, though a yarn with a similar structural blend works best to help the eyelet openwork retain its clean definition. Just remember to swatch beforehand to make sure you achieve the target gauge.