My teenage daughter has asked me to knit a purse. It should be lined, shouldn’t it, or else it will stretch right out, or is there a trick to knitting something that won’t stretch. Perhaps two strands? Thank you,
Knitting a purse
i don’t know that lining it will keep it from stretching but it will help. if you knit the handles they will stretch too…but you can always attach bamboo handles or some other kind.
i don’t use mine for carrying around heavy stuff…project yarn mostly…but they are a LOT of fun to make!
Most bags that I’ve seen people knit have been felted to add strength and to prevent stretching.
Do a search for booga bag and you’ll see lots of results here, and check out these for inspiration.