12. Monochromatic Duffel Bag
What This Idea Means
A cylindrical, sporty-chic weekend tote. Its clean single-color design highlights the raw texture of the chunky loops.
Needs to Make
- $600\text{g}$ Charcoal or Beige Tube Yarn
- Heavy-duty zipper
How to Make It
- Create two circular side end-caps.
- Hand-knit a wide rectangular central body panel.
- Seam the rectangle around the two circular end caps.
- Attach wide fabric straps that wrap fully around the underside of the cylinder for support.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Ensure bottom wrap-around straps carry the actual load weight rather than the knit loops.
- Variation: Add outer slip pockets on both round side panels.