Knitted Dionne Crossbody Purse

The Knitted Dionne Crossbody Purse is a stylish and versatile accessory that adds a chic touch to any outfit! Its intricate knitted design gives it a unique and trendy look, perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. With its adjustable crossbody strap, you can easily carry your essentials hands-free while staying fashion-forward. Whether you're heading out for a coffee date or a night out with friends, this purse is sure to complement your style effortlessly. Make a statement and stay organized with the Knitted Dionne Crossbody Purse!

MATERIALS

1 skein Lion Brand Shaggy Chic in Aqua (329-107T)
(jumbo, weight 7; 35yds/32m per skein)

Size US 15 (10mm) 16”/40cm circular knitting needles
Size US 15 (10mm) double pointed needles or long circulars for small circumference knitting
Stitch marker
1 purse chain with spring clasps (see notes below for links)
2 screw-in or spring clasp D rings (see notes below for links)
Magnetic snap closure (see notes below for links)
Tapestry needle
Needle and thread to match yarn

GAUGE

4.25 sts + 11 rnds = 4”/10cm in stockinette in the round

FINISHED DIMENSIONS

Diameter: 9”/23cm
Circumference: 28.25”/72cm
Depth: 8”/20cm

ABBREVIATIONS
*All Two of Wands patterns are written in standard US terms.

CO – cast on
Dec – decrease
K – knit
K2tog – knit 2 together
P – purl
Rep – repeat
Rnd(s) – round(s)
St(s) – stitch(es)

NOTES ON HARDWARE

For the chain, 39.5-47.25”/100-120cm is ideal for a crossbody purse. The D-rings should be able to accommodate the clasps of the chain, approx. .75-1.25”/18-25mm. The magnetic snaps can be any size .5”/14mm or larger. Some larger magnetic snaps attach with prongs instead of needing to be sewn on. Note that the prongs may slightly show through to the front side of the fabric. For links to several options for each piece of hardware, visit the blog post for this pattern at twoofwands.com/blog/cher-crossbody-purse.

NOTES ON YARN

Faux fur yarn can be a bit tricky to work with as the stitches are not visible so dropped stitches can be nearly impossible to locate and fix. Pay attention to – and feel for – the center core of the Shaggy Chic yarn when inserting the needle to ensure you’re working into a stitch rather than just the locks of the yarn. Carefully count your stitches with each round to ensure you have the correct stitch count.

NOTES ON PATTERN

Bag is worked from the top down in the round. Use a stitch marker to keep track of the beginning of each round. Change to double pointed needles or longer circulars for small circumference knitting if and when it becomes too difficult to stretch the stitches around the cord during the decrease rounds.

PATTERN

CO 30 sts. Being careful not to twist sts, join for working in the rnd and place a marker to denote the beginning of the rnd.

Rnd 1: K.

Rnd 2: P.

Rnds 3+4: Rep rnds 1 and 2.

Rnds 5-19: K.

Rnd 20: (Dec) *K 3, K2tog, rep from * around. (24 sts)

Rnd 21: (Dec) *K 2, K2tog, rep from * around. (18 sts)

Rnd 22: (Dec) *K 1, K2tog, rep from * around. (12 sts)

Do not bind off. Cut a tail long enough for weaving in, thread onto a tapestry needle, and draw through remaining sts on the needles. Pull like a drawstring to tighten and close the hole.

Secure and weave in all ends.

FINISHING

Choose a wrong side/right side for the bag. The side that wasn’t facing while knitting the bag (technically the wrong/purl side) is likely “shaggier” than the one that was facing due to the nature of the stitches and the yarn. The sample pictured has the purl side showing on the exterior. Attach D rings to the top of each side of the bag on the interior by threading the shackle around 1 or 2 sts. Clasp the strap onto the D rings. Sew the magnetic snaps to the interior of the bag.