Pineapple Market Bag

The open-weave pineapple stitch creates a stretchy, expandable bag that holds way more than it looks like it should. Bring it to the farmers market empty and flat, then watch it stretch to cradle pounds of fresh produce. The cotton yarn is machine washable, so toss it in after a day of shopping and it comes out good as new. This isn't a beginner project. The pineapple stitch pattern takes focus and patience, but the result is worth it. You end up with something that looks store-bought but feels personal. People will ask where you got it. The double-gassed cotton yarn gives the bag structure without making it stiff. It holds its shape even when loaded with apples and oranges. The handles are reinforced to carry weight comfortably. This is the kind of bag that lasts years, not months.