A friend is having a birthday, she loves my work. She is a quilter and crocheter, so a quilted bag that can hold a work project will make the perfect gift.
There are many patterns out there, but I decided to just wing it, make something from an idea in my head.
Using some patriotic fabric, which I know she’ll like, I quilted the body of the bag, using soft and stable. I love that product.
I wanted a band of pockets around the edge. I liked the idea of making them roomier by gathering the fabric. It needs to be flexible along the top edge, otherwise it defeats the purpose. I hit on the idea of using fold over elastic, a product I’m seeing a lot of lately.
It works! 
Add some handles and we’re good to go.
Don’t forget the label!
Put buttons to good use.
Voila! Looks like it can hold a project and tools with room to spare.
I love how unique and thoughtful your gifts are!
Yeah, have to think about a baby girl gift soon….
Yes! LOVE this bag. My Dad used to carry around an old canvas bag for his tools that was similar to this design.