Make a Charming Knitted Leftovers Gift Bag — Easy, Eco-Friendly Pattern

Turn yarn scraps into a small, reusable gift bag with this simple knitted leftovers pattern. It’s quick, eco-friendly and perfect for wrapping small handmade or store-bought gifts. Use random colours and change yarn at the start of a knit row to create a cheerful, striped effect.

Materials:

• Oddments of Dk yarn
• Size 4 mm needles

Use random colours, change at start of knit row.

Cast on 18 stitches.

Pattern rows

Row 1: knit

Row 2: knit

Row 3: k1, p1 repeat to end

Row 4: k1, p1 repeat to end

Repeat the 4 rows 18 times or to required length.

Cast off.

Sew side seams.

With double strands of yarn, thread through top of bag below the knit rows and knot each end, then draw tight to close the bag.

Tips: Weave in ends neatly as you change colours. For extra durability or to hold small items securely, add a simple fabric lining. Personalise with a tassel, pompom or a matching drawstring for a finished look.