New Pattern - Aileen Celtic Cabled Purse

After a few set backs, including my computer eating a nearly finished version of the pattern, it's finally ready. I am pleased with how this turned out and enjoyed making the cable part in particular. This structured cabled purse features an asymmetrical Celtic cable that runs horizontal instead of the more typical vertical placement. A double knit base creates a built in "pocket" for a strip of plastic mesh canvas to be inserted for reinforcement. The simple twist cable handle thickens the strap and echoes the front flap design without competing with it.



This sample was knit from a recycled wool sweater, other yarn suggestions have been provided to give the same rustic look and feel as the original.
The front cable flap is fully charted including all increases and decreases. Instructions are provided for working the open and closed cable loops as well. For a photo tutorial of these techniques refer to Jenna of Girl from Auntie's excellent instructions here.



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Pattern Specs
Gauge: 20 sts and 26 rows = 4" in Stockinette Stitch
Needle sizes:US size 7/4.5 mm and 5/3.75 mm
Yarn Suggestions: Tahki Donegal Tweed (100% Pure New Wool; 183yds/169m per 100g skein) Color: Green #803; 2 skeins Or
Bartlett Glen Tweed (or any Bartlett 2-ply) (100% Wool; 210yds per 4 oz skein) Color: Bracken; 2 skeins Or
Debbie Bliss Aran Tweed (100% Wool; 109yds/92m per 50g skein) Color: 04; 3 skeins
Skill level: Intermediate (Reading cable charts, picking up sts, double knit fabric)
Price: $4.25
Format: PDF instant download