Are you having trouble finding just the right case for your precious wee uke? Behold this hip, handmade knitted case, made by my dear pal and Canada’s beloved ‘ToolGirl’, Mag Ruffman. She kindly provided the link to the pattern she used, so have a look. And if you don’t knit, may I suggest a ‘felted’ version. Felting works by taking a pure wool knitted object (like all those gorgeous sweaters you accidentally ruined over the years!) and purposely shrinking it! This is done by soaking in hot water and putting in the dryer. Once the wool has shrunk and matted, you can then cut it into shapes and sew it – into a ukulele case! There are thousands of articles on the internet about felting if this appeals. Meantime, be inspired by Mag’s gorgeous bag, I was.

http://knitty.com/ISSUEss11/PATThanahou.php