Aran Bobble Bag

The Aran Bobble Bag combines elements of classic Aran knitting and the cottage-core style in a quick knit, full of interest throughout. It features a charming cabled diamond on both sides, with four bobbles contained within, flanked by two rope cables on either side, twisting in opposite directions.

This design comes in two bag sizes (smallest size is paperback book sized; large bag is A4 or folder-sized). I personally have found the smaller size perfect for holding a phone, cards/wallet and a small amount of personal items for a night out. It can be worn on the wrist since it is nice and soft, or held by the handle.

The bag is worked flat, from base to handles. The handles are simply worked during the pattern, which means little finishing is required – sew up the sides and you’re ready to go!

The pattern would suit an intermediate knitter, with written instructions included. I chose not to incorporate a chart as the increases and decreases for the bobbles made it unwieldy.