Cotton Christmas stocking - as project bags! Cambridge Stitches stocking pattern, added a zip and sewed slightly differently, like making a coin purse.
There are 3 sizes, I think I made M & L. Lined in Liberty quilting cotton I've had for years. I used a water resistant coated cotton for both sides. Then on the zip I added an earring pendant and 2 gp jump rings (I don't wear earrings anymore so going to use the UK/EU handmade pieces for crafts).
Thank you Cambridge Stitches for the Cambridge Stocking pattern for pattern testing - I made two children's print patchwork and linen binding/backing for charity and wanted some to keep.
For batting, I used 1 layer of prewashed cotton flannel. Prewashed the other cottons too so they won't shrink or crinkle in subsequent washes.
Oilcloth cotton: Rico Fabric. My dog's wicker basket cushion is also made from this, used the same beige zips stash as the L. I also backed a charity throw quilt in this same cotton for a large picnic blanket. And I made drawstring gift bags!
Earrings: Jennifer Loiselle 2020 I think. Lining: Liberty.
A project bag for sewing is for things like binding and threads for that quilt, or patchwork squares or strip piecing. I think other DIY enthusiasts could use too.
I've put both on door handles.
You can make these as gifts if your recipient likes handmade items, and they are good for "wrapping" a bottle too.
There is a patchwork option on the pattern. I gave the M in 2.5 inch squares and the L in 3 inch squares and linen backing and binding to charity. quilted both sides.
