3. Oversized Market Shopper
What This Idea Means
A spacious, functional tote designed for farmer’s market runs, bookstore trips, or casual weekends. It blends slouchy comfort with heavy-duty capacity.
Needs to Make
- $500\text{g}$ Heavyweight Cotton Tube Yarn
- Scissors
- Stitch markers
How to Make It
- Chain 16 stitches for a broad base.
- Knit in continuous rounds up to 14 rows high.
- Shape thick, reinforced double-loop handles across the top rim.
- Secure the bottom base tight with an extra row of hidden weave stitches.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Use non-stretching cotton-filled tube yarn so the bag doesn’t sag under weight.
- Variation: Weave in two contrasting colors for a striped modern look.