Knitted Treasure Gift Bag — Easy DK Yarn Pattern for a Cozy Drawstring Pouch

This simple Knitted Treasure Gift Bag is a quick, charming project perfect for presenting small gifts, keepsakes or party favors. Worked in DK yarn on 4 mm needles, the textured pattern creates a delicate, handmade look and the small size makes it ideal for trinkets, jewellery or sweets. The pattern is easy to adjust and suitable for knitters who know basic increases, decreases and yarn-overs.

Finished Knitted Treasure Gift Bag with ribbon threaded through the top for closure.

Requirements:

• DK yarn
• 4 mm needles

Size:

• Width: 4”
• Length: 6”

Instructions:

Cast on 21sts using the thumb method

Rows 1 & 2: Knit across the row

Row 3: * k1, yo, k2 tog, repeat from * to end

Row 4: Same as Row 3

Rows 5 - 8: Knit across the row

Rows 3 – 8 form the pattern

Repeat these 6 pattern rows 16 times more (or until the required size) - finish after completing a 7th Row

Cast off. Join side seams. Darn away ends.

Thread a pretty ribbon, or lace in and out all around and tie in a bow.

Notes and tips:

• To adjust the width of the bag, add or reduce the number of cast-on stitches in multiples of 3.
• Weave in ends neatly and sew side seams securely for a tidy finish.
• Lightly blocking the finished piece can even out stitches if desired.
• If using a thicker or thinner yarn, check the finished measurements and adjust repeats to reach the desired length.