This backpack, with its unconventional diagonal body and flap shape, is chic, sleek, and fun in three vibrant variations that can be made to wear over either the right or left shoulder.

skill level: beginner to advanced
Felted size: 15" wide x 3" deep x 12" tall

All Noni patterns call for Cascade 220, a skein of 100% wool, 220 yards. We like Galway (210 yards each) for these projects, especially because they are center-pull balls! Your stitches will disappear beautifully once felted.

You will need:


O bag
3 skeins Cascade 220 in green (or 4 balls Galway)
3 skeins Cascade 220 in orange (or 4 balls Galway)


Eye of the Water Buffalo
6 skeins Cascade 220 in navy (or 7 balls Galway)
1 ball each: yellow, blue, red


Just Green
3 skeins Cascade 220 in green (or 4 balls Galway)
3 skeins Cascade 220 in navy (or 4 balls Galway)


You will need needles: US 11 circulars

you will also need:
-four 2.25" rectangular rings or slide buckles
-two snap closures
-two 1/2" D-rings