Knit Today

Bags are a brilliant way to accessorise an outfit, and are quick projects that make great gifts. So, we want you to show us a bag you’ve made that you’re especially proud of, and tell us all about it. Was it one you designed yourself? The first bag you ever knitted? A special gift for a loved one? Send in your photos and letters to be entered into our prize draw.

The prize
When we receive your entry, we’ll put you in a draw to win one of 10 amazing packs of yarn, patterns, needles and stash accessories from Patons, worth £100 each! You’ll get each of the fantastic items you see here – stripy Regia sock yarn, super-soft Patons Eco Cotton, multicoloured Patons Morocco, patterns to use with each kind of yarn, straight and double-pointed knitting needles, a knitting needle case, stitch holders, row counters and tapestry needles. It’s all you could ask for to kick-start your spring knitting! You can find out more about these items by visiting www.coatscrafts.co.uk or calling 01325 394237.

How to enter
Send us a letter and a photo of you or your knitted or crocheted bag to Knit Today 44, 9th Floor, Tower House, Fairfax St, Bristol BS1 3BN or email knittoday@originpublishing.co.uk The closing date is 20 April 2010.

Competition rules
Prizes will be dispatched within 28 days of judging. There are no cash alternatives. Employees of Origin Publishing and contributing companies are not allowed to enter. The judges’ decision is final. A list of winners is available upon request. Origin Publishing and other carefully selected companies may use the details you have supplied to gain a better understanding of our magazine readership. If you DO NOT wish us to contact you about other products or services available please write ‘no thanks’ on your entry.