PieceWork · Pattern
| Type | Pattern |
|---|---|
| From | PieceWork |
| Author | Cynthia LeCount Samaké |
| Published | November 7, 2022 |
| Format |
This is a version of the little fish-shaped monederos (coin purses) made by knitters in the area around Puno, Peru, where fishing is an important economic activity.
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This is a version of the little fish-shaped monederos (coin purses) made by knitters in the area around Puno, Peru, at the edge of Lake Titicaca, where fishing is an important economic activity.
Finished size: 6 inches (17.1 cm) long and 3 inches (8.3 cm) wide
Gauge: 7–8 sts = 1 inch (2.5 cm)
Yarn:
J&P Coats Royale Fashion Crochet #3, 100% mercerized cotton thread, 150 yards (137 m)/ ball, 1 ball each of #65 Warm Teal and #12 Black
DMC Metallic Embroidery Floss, 100% polyester 6-strand thread, 8.7 yards (8 m)/skein, 1 skein of #E3849 Jewel Effects Light Teal Green
Needles: set of 5 double pointed, size 2 (3 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge (bamboo needles are recommended)
Notions: Stitch marker or safety pins; stitch holders; Crochet hook, size B; Tapestry needle
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