The Clematis Shopping Bag is the perfect tote for any shopping trip, for toting groceries, or as a picnic/lunch tote. The Large Shopping Bag and Small Lunch Tote can be made striped and adorned with the Clematis Flower for an imminently feminine look, or try rugby stripes or solids (without flower) for a great-looking but entirely unisex and utilitarian set of bags. Felted bags are particularly well suited as totes for groceries and picnics because they are naturally insulated, don't lose their shape or their immense carrying capabilities when wet, and withstand even harsh treatment, all the while looking fantastic. The Small Shopping Bag measures approximately 7.5-8" wide x 5.5-6" deep x 9-10" tall, and the Large Shopping Bag measures approximately 12-12.5" wide x 8-8.5" deep x 14-15" tall, when finished. Skill level is Intrepid Beginner.

Knit and felt these bags in a solid color in size Small (Large) with 840 (1680) yards of Worsted Weight Feltable Wool such as Shepherd's Wool by Stonehedge Fiber Mill (100% Merino Worsted Weight Wool, 250yds/skein). Knit and felt the Small Bag as pictured with 420 (840) yards each of Golden Yellow and Neon Yellow, and knit and felt the Large Bag with 420 (840) yards of Pale Green and Mint Green. You will need US 11 (8mm) 24" (60cm) Circular Needles, US 11 (8mm) Double Point Needles, a sewing needle and thread, Stitch Markers, 4 (6) JUL Colors Resin Rings in Banana or Bright Green, and a Magnetic Snap for the Small Bag (to use with knitted closure tab).

Knit and felt the Clematis Flower with green Worsted Weight Feltable Wool for the stem and flower center; white, purple or crimson for the flower; and 1 ball or 10 yards of Crystal Palace Fizz in white for the flower center. You will need US 5 (3.75mm), 6 (4mm) or 7 (4.5mm) Double Point Needles (smaller needles make a smaller flower) and Split Ring or Clip-on Stitch Markers.