This duffel is made up of simple circular motifs that are joined in such a way that the edges form a dimensional surface. The final effect is similar to the cathedral window quilt block. The duff el is sturdy enough for a day hike, in the country or in town.
Finished Size: About 16" high × 10" diameter × 12" wide (when laid flat).
Yarn: Red Heart Designer Sport (100% acrylic; 279 yd [255 m]/3 oz [85 g]; ): #3369 cocoa (MC), 2 skeins; #3301 latte (A), and #3290 brick (B), 1 skein each. Yarn distributed by Coats & Clark.
Yarn Weight: #3 - Light
Hook: Size F/5 (3.75 mm) and H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions: Yarn needle; safety pins for holding pieces tog while sewing; ½ yd calico fabric for lining; matching thread; handsewing needle; straight pins.
Gauge: 19 sts and 20 rows = 4" in sc, 18 sts and 8 rows = 4" in dc with smaller hook.
Originally Published: Interweave Crochet, Winter 2010