Free knitting Patterns for purses with shoulder straps. Updated 9/11/23
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Free Patterns
Cherish Shoulder Bag
Large bag with Celtic cable panel on flap. Size: Bag: 40cm/16in to 36cm/14in. Designed by Artesano. Aran weight yarn.
Seed Stitch and Cables Bag
Shoulder bag knit with an 8 row repeat cable pattern of antler cables framed with XOXO cables and moss stitch. Size: 23cm/9in to 28cm/11in. Designed by Patons. Bulky weight yarn.
Crossbody Pocket Bag
Stylish shoulder bag with linen stitch flap and a channel for the shoulder strap. Finished Height: 5¾ inches. Designed by Purl Soho. Worsted weight yarn.
Sweater Bag
Cabled messenger bag with ribbed flap inspired by sweater designs. 11.5 in. x 13 in. (29 x 33 cm). Designed by Lion Brand Yarn. Bulky weight yarn.
Around Town Bag
Cabled purse with seed stitch shoulder strap knit flat with 8 row repeat cable. Size Bag: 46cm/18in to 30cm/12in. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
More Free Patterns
Mohave Slouchy Tote Bag
Featuring a slouchy design and wide straps, this practical bag has playful tassels add fun and flair. Designed by Jessica from Mama in a Stitch. Aran weight yarn.
Strong Back Bag
Shoulder tote designed to be comfortable for your back. Designed by Claudia Olson. Pictured projects by Mittagirl and Marchosa
Summer Fling
Espace Tricot’s bag starts with a bottom knit flit, then the main body is knit in the round from stitches picked up. Finally the handles are knit flat and joined. Pattern available in English and French
Braided Cable Handle Tote
This easy pattern is available in three sizes. Amanda Silveira’s pattern featuers braided cables that continue into the handles. It’s a great first cable or felting project. Pictured project by tiger7lady
Viking Handbag
This purse features 3 cable patterns. Designed by Karen S. Lauger who says it is a good first cable project. Pictured project by athreena who added side gussets and a button flap. Available in English and Danish.
Patterns for Purchase
Japanese Knot Bag
This is one of the few knot bags I've seen that is worked flat. It's also unusual for it's large tote purse size. Skill Level: Beginner. Worked flat, using basic knitting skills. Size 31cm/12" x 31cm/12", strap length adjustable. Quick knit in super bulky weight yarn. Designed by CamexiaDesigns
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