Lola Pouch

Recently I had the opportunity to test a new pattern for Svetlana over at S.O.T.A.K. handmade.  The pattern is called the Lola Pouch and it's an awesome zipper pouch in two sizes. You'll want to check this pattern out (released today!) as the technique for installing the zipper is different and easy... and the finished pouch is adorable! Here are the pouches I made for her.

First, the large pouch which would be an awesome project bag!

 The bag has boxed corners to give it great shape and binding around the top to finish it off perfectly. I even stitched the binding on completely by machine (a first for me!) and it was easy and looks nice and neat! Who knew I could do that (:::::pats self on the back:::::)

Here's the small pouch, which would be a great pencil pouch, or to keep your crochet hooks in.

 I dipped into some of the pretty Japanese fabrics I had been hoarding in my stash. They were just perfect for these!

Of course I loved this pattern so much, I couldn't leave well enough alone. I decided to create a patchwork pouch (instructions for the patchwork are not included in Svetlana's pattern, but easy enough to figure out)

I just love that little mouse who snuck into my patchwork!

So three pouches and I'll be making lots more of these! Great pattern Svetlana! I love it!