Knitting bags are as crucial as needles are for knitting.
Knitting bags make your task both simple, organized and portable.
It is worthwhile to have a practical knitting bag which deals with your individual knitting needs.
Tips For Choosing Knitting Bags
Most knitting bags have special compartments for your needles, yarn, and so on.
This knitting bag on the left is spacious enough to carry your thread wool yarn, unfinished project and knitting supplies. It has individual pouches to keep skeins of yarn separated and tangle free.
It’s stylish look and causal design means that it can be used as a shopping bag or a travel bag, a weekender bag or a craft bag. This makes a wonderful gift for a knitting enthusiast, a crochet beginner or even an experienced knitter.
Click on the picture to find out how you can own this bag.
While picking a bag always bear in mind, that is bag is for carrying knitting projects from place to place, hence the stronger your bag the more you can pack in.
There is a huge range of knitting bags available to choose from today. Some of the bags are elegant with embellishments while the others are smarter.
You can also choose a knitting bag that satisfies your mood or is simply eye-catching.
While choosing your knitting bag always keep a track of the current style and your needs.
While looking, always look for bags which look strong and will thus be longer lasting. It is best to choose a bag with soft sides so that you can squish extra stuff into it and it will change shape accordingly.
The bag on the right is one of those really practical bags to own, and if you like to stay organized, then you will fall in love with this one.
Just remember that choosing a bag with a zipper might be irritating, as you may find that your knitting constantly gets stuck between the zipper teeth.
Make sure that the bag you choose has different compartments or pockets so that you can separate your yarns and projects if necessary.
The bag on the left is also a very practical buy and great if you are constantly on the go.
It allows you to stay organized and clutter free as it has storage sections for needles, yarn, and projects.
It is made from durable and washable fabric and if you would like to find out how to get your hands on one, simply click on the photo of the knitting bag.
It would also be a plus if you have a knitting bag that sits comfortably on your shoulders for easy transportation. Thus a long and adjustable strap is preferable.
If you are looking for a knitting bag that also serves the purpose of a handbag, then look for knitting bags which are made of leather, or suede.
Make Your Own Knitting Bag
If you love knitting or even sewing, you could even try making your own bag, then you can personalize it as you see fit.
The book on the right is available online from Amazon and it gives you loads of ideas on how to make your own bags.
Each chapter in The Bag Making Bible is fully illustrated with helpful colour photography and ends with a unique, step-by-step project that builds the ultimate handbag wardrobe.
A separate pull-out section of full-size patterns enables readers to get started right away – no photocopying or enlarging required! Each bag design stands out in its own right, each to be made and loved for years to come.
Full instructions are included to make:
- a funky laptop/messenger/office bag
- 3 kinds of book bags
- an ultra-organized nappy/craft tote
- a multi-pocketed travel bag
- a rigid cocktail clutch
- an over-the-body hobo bag, and more.
Simply click on the picture to find out more about this useful book.
Whether you are making your first bag, or you want to add professional looking pockets to an existing pattern, or even if you are looking for a tempting bag project to really sink your sewing teeth into, “The Bag Making Bible” will be your ‘go to’ resource for information and inspiration.
A homemade knitting bag not only makes you mobile but supplies an opportunity to showcase your creative skills. Who knows you may even get orders for more and thus make some extra pocket money.
There are also a lot of patterns available for various bags at material shops, ranging from easy to difficult.
Knitting Bags are Vital Assets For Knitters
The main goal of these knitting bags is to make your task portable and simple. A knitting bag not only keeps your knitting organized but also caters to your needs while you are on a run.
For some more ideas on great gifts for knitters, click here.
