From Lyla Messinger's new pattern line, Eclectic Treasures!

This bag pattern is OODLES of fun! There are lots of ways this bag can be finished, and lots of ways to use it. Finished bag is approximately 12" in length, but can easily be changed with the instructions included. The available length of zipper is the only limit. The size of the zipper teeth, and fabric used, may change the finished bag + or - an inch.

USES:
Hold your cutting tools-scissors, rotary cutters
Gift bag for a special gift-using themed fabric
Holder for school supplies-pencils, pens
Small size perfect for small reading glasses
Mini bag to hold keys, lipstick, credit card, etc

BAG OPTION & IDEAS
Piece fabrics for outside of bag, and quilt to flat quilt batting.
Serge layers together with a decorative 3-thread serger stitch before attaching zipper.
Add personalized embroidery-for kids, a sports fan, or that special someone.

SUGGESTED FABRICS: Fabrics with body, or fabrics that have fusible fleece or interfacing attached to provide body. The sky is the limit. Consider leather, suede, quilted fabrics, pieced fabrics, layered lace, novelty fabrics, etc.

SUPPLIES:
One regular zipper (not invisible style): 22-24" length for regular 12" bag, 14-16" length for small 8" bag (or zipper by the yard for a custom size)
Approximately one fat quarter of fabric for top and lining (18" X 22")
Fusible fleece or flat batting, in size of pattern piece
Optional: KK2000 or other temporary fabric spray adhesive (if using batting)
Thread for construction and embellishment