Knitting GM's Dice Pouch
What GM doesn't like to crunch numbers while she eradicates helpless characters.. or knits? This pouch requires you to do a little math as it is knit in multiples of 8 stitches. You can knit it as small or as large as youlike.
Materials
Noro Kureyon (one skein or less) Size 6 double-pointed needles - set of five Size 6 circular needles (optional)
Gauge
16 to 20 stitches to 4 in (10 cm) Please note: gauge is not critical to this pattern, but you do want a pouch that won't let your miniature d6 slip out!
Notes
K1fb - knit one in the front of the stitch without dropping the stitch offthe left needle, knit one in the back of the stitch, then drop the stitch from the left needle Increases are done on the first and last stitch of the needle, every other round.
Knitting GM's Dice Pouch
Pattern: Dice Pouch
Cast 8 stitches onto one needle. Row 1: purl across (total of 8 stitches) Row 2: k1fb all stitches placing 4 stitches on each of 4 needles (total of 16 stitches) Row 3: Join work being careful not to twist the stitches, knit around Row 4: on each needle, k1fb, knit to last stitch, k1fb (24 stitches) Row 5: knit around Repeat rows 4 and 5 until you have the desired number of stitches in multiples of 8 stitches. Continue to knit in the round until you are about an inch short of the desired height. To determine the spacing of the drawstring holes, follow this formula: $$ \mathsf X=\mathsf Y/8-2 $$ where y is the total number of stitches. Drawstring row: knit x stitches, yo, k2tog For example:, if your pouch has 48 stitches $\mathsf{X}=48/8-2=4$ Drawstring row: k4, yo, k2tog Knit for about another inch. Cast off loosely and weave in ends. This produces a top edge that roll over. Alternatively, you could crochet around the top edge to stiffen it or cast off in i-cord. Sew up the hole in the bottom of the bag Drawstrings canbe made of i-cord, braided or crocheted yarn,leather,ribbon, dragon heartstring or anything you prefer.
Pattern: I-cord
Cast on 3 stitches. (Cast on two stitches if you've knit a small pouch.) \*Push the knitting down to the right end of the double-pointed needle. Knit across.\* Note: if your i-cord is loose, try knitting into the back of the stitch.
