I used a worsted weight cotton yarn; approx 250-300 yards and a 4.5 mm hook. The finished dimensions are 12 inches high and 12 inches wide. The straps bring the total height to about 21 inches.

Skill Level: upper level beginner; simple stitches are used throughout.

Materials needed:
Cotton yarn (I used 4/worsted, but 3/DK would work too)
4.5 mm hook
Scissors
Tapestry needle

Stitches used:
DC
HDC
HDC3TOG