To reinforce the seams, I stitched each of the serged seams flat (with a straight stitch on a standard sewing machine). I ironed the fabric on a dry, nylon setting prior to sewing each seam.

For one of the side pieces I found I was slightly too small with the pieced fabric. I decided to add two small scraps from the red fabric to cut out the handles.

I omitted the inside pockets included in the pattern. I felt that pockets would make the sides of the bag droop. I love the bag construction in this pattern with the boxed bottom and folded handles.

I’m planning to keep this little bag in my purse for a reusable shopping bag. I love how small and lightweight it is. It stands up nicely when filled with yarn or wool balls.

Continued in my next post...

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