Bella Bag is an elegant and practical knitted bag, perfect for both everyday use and special occasions. The bag is worked from the bottom up with a sturdy double-knit base and stockinette sides. It comes in three sizes: 20 × 15 × 6 cm (small), 23 × 18 × 8 cm (medium), and 26 × 21 × 10 cm (large). It is knitted in Reborn Tweed from Blackhill Yarns, and requires 120–160 g of yarn depending on the size. The yarn has a yardage of 300 m per 100 g, equivalent to 150 m per 50 g. The bag is finished with integrated handles and can be enhanced with a crocheted edging and lining for a clean and durable result. An ideal combination of function and design.
Bella Bag is a stylish and functional knitted bag that combines durability with aesthetics. The bag is worked from the bottom up with a double-knit base for a stable foundation, and the sides are then knitted in stockinette stitch. Bella Bag comes in three sizes: small (20 × 15 × 6 cm), medium (23 × 18 × 8 cm), and large (26 × 21 × 10 cm), making it suitable for everything from daily essentials to a day out in the city.
The bag is knitted in the soft and sustainable Reborn Tweed from Blackhill Yarns (100 g = 300 m), and requires approx. 120 g (small), 140 g (medium), and 160 g (large). With this yardage, it corresponds to 150 m per 50 g. Gauge is 16 sts and 22 rows per 10 × 10 cm on 5 mm needles in stockinette, giving a dense, firm structure ideal for bags.
The bag walls are worked in the round on both circular and double-pointed needles (all 5 mm), and the handles are formed directly within the work using loop cast-on and bind-off techniques. An optional crocheted edging can be added for extra stability and a clean finish, and lining, buttons, or personal details may be added to make each Bella Bag unique.
For the best finish, a single crochet edging around the opening is recommended using the same yarn and a crochet hook half a size smaller than the knitting needles. The lining is sewn and attached at the end, giving the bag a professional finish.
Bella Bag is the perfect project for knitters who want to combine functionality with style. With its simple construction and opportunities for personal customization, it is a pleasure to knit and a stylish accessory you’ll use again and again.
My name is Anna, and I began my yarn journey with Axelknit as a way to find calm and create something tangible. I draw inspiration from Nordic nature and simplicity, and my focus is always on functional, timeless designs that feel personal and easy to love.