Trellis Stitch Drawstring Bag

Trellis Stitch Drawstring Bag by Anne Weil

What is Being Made

The Trellis Stitch Drawstring Bag is a knitted drawstring bag designed by Anne Weil, available in two sizes: a regular size and a mini version. This versatile project features a flat bottom construction, making it suitable for everyday use as a project bag, cosmetic bag, or general storage. The bag is characterized by its decorative trellis stitch pattern and an integrated drawstring closure system that requires no separate i-cord.

Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several key techniques to create its finished structure. The pattern utilizes a hem channel construction, which provides a finished edge and housing for the drawstring. The drawstring itself is cleverly integrated into the bag design, eliminating the need for a separate i-cord attachment. The pattern notes that rows can be difficult to count due to the use of slip stitches, so crafters are advised to count in terms of 8-row repeats for easier tracking of progress.

Stitches Used

The primary stitch throughout this project is the Trellis Stitch, which creates the decorative pattern that gives the bag its name and visual appeal. The trellis stitch is worked over an 8-row repeat, which helps organize the pattern and makes it easier to follow despite the slip stitches incorporated into the design. This stitch pattern creates an attractive openwork or textured effect that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Materials and Specifications

The Trellis Stitch Drawstring Bag is designed to be worked in DK weight yarn for the regular size and fingering weight yarn for the mini version. The pattern calls for 1 skein of yarn for either size.

Recommended Yarn: Flax & Twine Daytime Linen is specified in the pattern. For the regular bag, use the DK weight version (100% linen; 125 yards per 100 grams). For the mini bag, use the Fingering weight version (100% linen; 125 yards per 100 grams). The linen fiber choice provides a natural, breathable fabric ideal for a drawstring bag.

Gauge Information: Achieving proper gauge is essential for this project. For the regular size, work to a gauge of 18 stitches and 30 rows over 4 inches when working the Trellis Stitch. For the mini size, the gauge is 32 stitches and 46 rows over 4 inches in the same stitch. These gauge specifications ensure the finished bag dimensions are correct.

The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF format from Flax & Twine and is intended for home use only. A video tutorial is available to guide crafters through the construction process.