If you are a new knitter and want to try your hand at felting, this is the project for you. Blossom Dot works up like a scarf -- back and forth on straight needles -- so it couldn't be an easier knit. The embellishment is explained in detail in the pattern; the handle is wrapped so it requires just a couple stitches of hand sewing. Both the back and front of the purse are embellished with knit and felted appliqued flowers and stems.

Yarn: 100% worsted weight yarn: 300 yards in exterior color, 300 yards in interior color, 50 yards ea for remaining flower embellishments colors.

Additional Materials: One set of purse handles, approximately 6.75" long and 4.75" tall, fusible interfacing, 1/4" flat elastic and 1/2 yard of fabric to cover handles.

Needles: Size 10 straight needles and two size 10 double pointed needles to work the i-cord embellishments, yarn needle, sewing needle and cotton thread to match the exterior bag color

Finished Size: Approximately 8.24" high at bottom fold by 11" wide, with a 3" gusset

Level: Beginner

Shown In: Pick Up Sticks Wool, Sand (exterior), Grass (lining), Sea Blue and Celery