Folk Wool Felting West Hobo Bag

• Materials: Folk Wool (1 ball = 100 g / 103 m ≒ 3.5 oz / 112.6 yd) 2 (7) balls, 1 Moment Label • Sizes: S (L) • Measurements: S — Before felting: 36×52 cm [14.2×20.5 in] (including handle); After felting: 30×36 cm [11.8×14.2 in] (including handle) L — Before felting: 70×120 cm [27.6×47.2 in] (including strap); After felting: 58×73 cm [22.8×28.7 in] (including strap) • Needles: 8 mm [US 11] circular needles with 80 cm [32 in] cable, locking stitch markers, stitch markers, tapestry needle, prepare a needle smaller than 8 mm, if available • Gauge: 13 sts × 17.5 rows (8 mm [US 11] needles, 10 × 10 cm [4 × 4 in], stockinette stitch, before felting) --------------------------------------------------------------------- A felted hobo bag made with thick, chunky Folk Wool, available in two sizes. First, knit the bag loosely and larger than the desired finished size using 8 mm needles, then wash it in a washing machine. As the fabric felts, the stitches become less defined and the bag takes on a sturdy, structured shape. The bag gradually decreases in proportion from the body to the handles, creating a slim, polished fit that looks almost like a ready-made bag when carried. A full video tutorial is included, with detailed instructions on the decrease techniques k2tog and ssk. Finish your bag with a Moment Label for a polished final touch. The sample was felted twice using a standard wash cycle followed by a dryer cycle. Since washing machines vary, we recommend felting the bag gradually and adjusting the process to achieve your desired finished size. * This pattern includes reference video tutorials.