They're Not Grandma's Knitting Bags: Jordana Paige's a Knitting Bag Kate Spade

My grandmother's knitting bags were dowdy affairs, that looked they were made at the turn of the century. Knitting is now being embraced by a younger generation - tragically hip and perennially trendy Sex and the City's Charlotte York endorsed the hobby on the show as being hip and fun - and my grandmother's knitting bags would not be appropriate for the trendy Manhattan mom or the Beverly Hills beauty who whip out their knitting needles over coffee with their girlfriends. Jordana Paige, a knitter, who epitomized the cliché of "need is the mother of invention," when she wanted to combine the utility of knitting bags with the aesthetic quality of handbags, and came out with her line of knitting bags that look like gorgeous designer purses.

The Knitter's Purse

Paige's products include a line of bags that work as knitting bags, but can still "pass" as bags that would not be out of place on the racks of the stylish boutiques on Rodeo Drive.

Her Knitter's Messenger Bag is excellent because it not only embraces knitting's current state as "Hobby du jour" but also understands that men knit now too, and men will not have to feel embarrassed lugging around knitting bags, but can carry discreet messenger bags, which are available in different colors.

The Knitter's Satchel a stunning Birken-like bag, that like the messenger bag, allows the holder to look fashionable, while carrying the needles and yarn. The Knitter's Purse is also available in a funky graffiti design, that combines the benefits of the knitting bag, but ensures that the lady holding the bag remains fun and cute.

How to Buy Jordana Paige's Bags

Buying Paige's bags can be done online, or through the distributors who sell her products. Her bags are available throughout most of the United States, as well as, Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom.

Paige's Web site (jordanapaige.com) also includes a blog by the designer. While the blog is personal, there are still knitting tips and information on her new designs for her knitting bags included as well.

Jordana's Teaching Tips

Along with her knitting bags, Paige, a knitter herself, also includes links to her clothes, as well as, a quick illustrated tutorial on how to knit. Also included is Paige's press representation in fashion publications, as well, showing her Knitter's Purse in a variety of fashion spreads in the industry glossies.