I have a particular love for oversized shoulder bags and handbags. I like the drama of a large bag and I like that I can be prepared for the unexpected with emergency rations, hand-sanitizer, extra masks, a cloth napkin, metal cuttlery (you never know when you might need to order take out!), and, of course, a knitting project (or two). In the days of movies, I have even been known to stow away some home-popped pop corn.

What I really don't like, however, is digging around in my big purse for my wallet or change when I am standing at the check-out line at the grocery store, hardware store, or pet store (my only go-tos these days). I like to get what I need, pay, and go. 

Ready, Set, Go! makes efficient shopping perfection. The key ring attachment (choose from two styles) allows you to clip her to your belt loop, or purse handle, or just wear as a bracelet by clipping a 10 inch (25cm) Classic Purse Chain to the key ring on the back. 

Dress her up with beading, a brooch, or other embellishments and she's a lovely companion for a future party. I can see this little purse coming with me on lots of adventures when I need the absolute essentials but little else. 

If you prefer, you can also purchase this pattern on Ravelry.

Difficulty Level

Requires knowledge of casting on, knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing, knitting in the round on double-pointed needles, 3-needle bind off, and some hand-sewing to complete the finishing process and to make the purse linings (if desired).

Finished Dimensions After Felting

3" (7.6cm) wide at hinge

5 - 5.5" (12.7 - 13.9cm) tall

Pre-Felted Gauge  

20 sts and 28 rounds = 4" (10cm) in stockinette stitch using a single strand of yarn 

Materials

Yarn Requirements

The Ready, Set, Go! purses are made with worsted-weight, feltable wool. Pictured purses are made with 45 yds (41m) of Stonehedge Fiber Mill’s Shepherd’s Wool (worsted weight; 100% merino wool; 250 yds [229m] 4 oz [110g] skein) in Black.

Other Materials

• US size 7 (4.5mm) set of 5 double-pointed needles 
• 2 locking stitch markers in different colors to mark sided/round to clip to work
• Sewing needle for finishing work
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Locktite Super Glue “Extra Time Control”
• 1 Noni On The Go! Hardware Kit (The kit includes: 1 Flirt purse frame, 1 package of seed beads and color-matched nylon beading thread, 1 handle loop and 1 split ring or spring gate ring - see the pictured samples and the Noni website for kit options and choices.
• 1/8 yd (.11m) lining fabric if desired (optional) If you are using scrap fabric, you will need 2 pieces that measure 5" wide and 6" tall.

This tiny purse is ideal for your reading glasses, a pen and knitting notions such as the double-pointed needles you need for that sock project. She's also perfect for an epi-pen or other medical necessities you want to carry with you and still be cute. Purchase a 10" (25.5cm) long Classic Purse Chain, clip it to the handle loop on the back, and wear your tiny purse like the little jewel box it is. Decorate with beads, ribbons, flowers, or a favorite brooch.

Make something beautiful. Make it your own. Let us know what you carry in yours!

If you prefer, you can purchase this pattern on Ravelry.

See the Additional Details tab below for information about Pattern Difficulty, Dimensions, Gauge, Materials Needed, and the Pictured Samples.

Pattern Difficulty 

Requires knowledge of casting on, knitting, purling, increasing, decreasing, knitting in the round on double-pointed needles, 3-needle bind off, and some hand-sewing to complete the finishing process and to make the purse linings (if desired).

Finished Dimensions

3" (7.6cm) wide at hinge

6.5 - 7" (16.5 - 17.7cm) tall

Pre-Felted Gauge 

20 sts and 28 rounds = 4" (10cm) in stockinette stitch using a single strand of yarn 

Materials

Yarn Requirements

Clip It! is made with 50 yds (46m) of worsted-weight, feltable wool held single. The pictured bags are made with Stonehedge Fiber Mill’s Shepherd’s Wool in Pewter and Zinnia Pink. 

Other Materials

US 7 (4.5mm) set of 5 double-pointed needles 

2 locking stitch markers in different colors to mark sided/round to clip to work

Sewing needle for finishing work

Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Locktite Super Glue “Extra Time Control”

1 Noni On The Run! Hardware Kit

• 1 Flirt purse frame
• 1 handle loop and 1 split ring or spring gate ring - see the pictured samples and the Noni website for kit options and choices
• 1 package of seed beads and color-matched nylon beading thread - there is an option that does not include seed beads and thread so that you can choose your own color combination.
• 1/8 yd (.11m) lining fabric if desired (optional) If you are using scrap fabric, you will need 2 pieces that measure 5" (12.75cm) wide and 4" (10cm] tall.

The Classic Purse Chain has a timeless quality that makes it the perfect choice to use with Noni purse frames that have built-in loops. To turn clutches into handbags, or handbags into shoulder bags, use the lobster claw ends to clip onto built-in or our screw-in Handle Loops.

Our 10" (25cm) and 12" (30cm) chains are perfect for tiny bags or to convert most any bag into a hand bag that can slip over your arm. The 8" (20cm) chain is perfect for small handbags. With our tiniest bags (Little Gems, Water Melon Bites, Tiny City, Small Flavor and Just the Change) the chain slips over the hand so a purse can be worn as a bangle or bracelet.

Look at Additional Details for a purse chain styling idea.

"CHANEL" the Classic Chain with leather cord, ribbon, or make a 2-stitch I-cord that is longer than what you think you will need by about 12" (30cm). Finish off your cord and place in a small lingerie bag to felt. Felt to a good density. Next, thread through the chain.  In all of these cases, the end should be wrapped around the bottom of the last chain link, folded back onto itself, and sewn in place with sewing thread.

These lockets really lock, so make sure you keep the key in a good place . . .

Each locket makes a charming, lovely ornament for a tiny bag. Or it can be used to lock that little box of treasures. Or a secret chest. Or the two zippers of a suitcase or bag. 

Collect them all as charms. Maybe a girl might like a little locket locked to the front belt loop of a pair of jeans. Lock some rubber band bracelets together in a bunch. Lock the front of your Ella Coat closed and wear the key on a chain around your neck. Lock the french cuffs of a blouse closed. . . Lock through the eyelet on the top of a pair of lace-up boots. 

Click on Additional Details for Locket Dimensions.

Locket Dimensions

Curvy Heart

1" (2.5cm) wide x 1/4" (7mm) deep x 1 1/2" (3.8cm) tall 

Big Heart

1 1/2" (3.8cm) wide x 1/4" (7mm) deep x 1 1/2" (3.8cm) tall

Tiny Heart

3/4" (2cm) wide x 1/4" (7mm) deep x 1" (2.5cm) tall

Big Locket

1" (2.5cm) wide x 1/4" (7mm) deep x 1 1/2" (3.8cm) tall

Bling Locket

1" (2.5cm) wide x 1/2" (1.3cm) deep x 1 1/2" (3.8cm) tall

Sleek Locket (out of stock)

3/4" (2cm) wide x 3/8" (9mm) deep x 1 1/2" (3.8cm) tall

Train Locket

7/8" (2.3cm) wide x 1/4" (7mm) deep x 1 1/4" (3.2) tall

Wee Locket

3/4" (2cm) wide x 1/4" (7mm) deep x 1 1/2" (3.8cm) tall