Knitted Camping Shower Bag

Imagine a cozy camping essential that combines the warmth of a knitted design with the practicality of a portable shower bag. This unique item is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who want to add a touch of comfort to their camping experience. The knitted camping shower bag is not only functional but also stylish, making it a must-have accessory for those who enjoy spending time in nature. Whether you're camping in the wilderness or simply enjoying a day at the beach, this versatile bag is sure to come in handy. Say goodbye to uncomfortable showers or having to trek to a communal facility - with the knitted camping shower bag, you can enjoy a private and luxurious bathing experience wherever your adventures take you.

Size:

Knit section is 20″ around x 12″ tall, base is 25″ around

Yarn:
Red Heart Nylon Crochet Thread: 100% nylon, thread size 18 / yarn size 1 (17 wpi, thread weight), 150 yds
Teal 0053: Color A, 100 g
Red 0091: Color B, 80 g

Needles:
US – 7, 4.5 mm 16″ circular needles

Gauge: Learn about gauge HERE
21 sts x 32 rows = 4” [10 cm] in mesh (as in pattern)

Other supplies:
8″ round aluminum basket base with 48 holes
yarn needle
stitch marker

Stitches and Abbreviations: click on highlighted sts for tutorials
k – knit
k2tog – knit 2 together
st(s) – stitch(es)
yo – yarn over

Getting Started:

• Round counts are at the end of each row after the period, if the count has changed from the previous round. – {count here}
• For this bag it is recommended that the unused color is carried on the inside of the bag, as this yarn tends to unravel easily, so less ends to weave in are a good thing!
• To make bag wider add multiples of 3 to the cast on. Each multiple of 3 will add just over 1/2″
• To make bag taller or shorter make more or less stripes. Each stripe is about 1″ tall.

Knit Camping Shower Bag Pattern:

Knit Camping Shower Bag Body

With Color A, cast on 108 sts leaving a 3 foot long starting tail. Place marker and begin working in rounds.

Rnd 1: K all.
Rnd 2: [K2tog, yo] around.
Rnd 3: K all.
Rnd 4: [Yo, k2tog] around.
Rnds 5 – 8: Repeat Rnds 1-4.

Change Color.
Repeat Rnds 1-8.
Continue repeat Rnds 1-8, changing colors after every repeat of Rnd 8, until there are 5 stripes of each color.

Knit Camping Shower Bag Top

Rnds 1-4: With Color A, k all.
Rnd 5: [K2tog, yo, k1] around.
Rnds 6 – 8: K all.
Bind off all sts knit wise.

Finishing

Use starting tail to sew cast on edge to basket bottom.

Weave in all ends.

Cut 6 strands of each color that are 36″ long.
Make 2 braids, each with 6 of the strands.
Weave one braid through the eyelets in the bag top, tie ends of braid together.
Starting on the opposite side of where the first braid was woven through, weave second braid through the eyelets in the bag top, then tie ends of braid together.

Use or give and enjoy!