Penelope's Pocket - Hand made project bags for sale

Welcome to Penelope's Pocket

Beautiful bags handmade in England for storing and transporting your stitching and knitting projects.

Mabel

Thread holder, ort catcher, needle/scissor minder. Part Penelope's Pocket part DIY.

20.5 x 14.5cm (8 x 5.5 inches) when open.
Doodle your own designs or pick chart motifs to decorate.
Linen is Zweigart 32 count Belfast Vintage Grey.
Complete with ribbon to tie.
Available to add to a bag purchase.

Price: £8.25 Available

Joan

Thread holder, ort catcher, needle/scissor minder. Part Penelope's Pocket part DIY.

20.5 x 14.5cm (8 x 5.5 inches) when open.
Doodle your own designs or pick chart motifs to decorate.
Linen is Zweigart 32 count Belfast Vintage County cream.
Complete with ribbon to tie.
Available to add to a bag purchase.

Price: £8.25 Available

Merchant and Mills Baby Bow Scissors

Super cute and oh so slylish, teeny tiny scissors measuring 6.75cm or just under 3 inches. Hand finished in smooth black.

Available to add to a bag purchase.

Price: £6.00 Available

Merchant and Mills Fine Work Gold Scissors

Beautiful scissors with lustrous matt gold finish. Full size is 9cm or 3.5 inches, with a blade size of 3cm or approximately 1 inch.

Available to add to a bag purchase.

Price: £8.00 Available

The Caroline

Quilted zipped project bag with clear vinyl front for cross-stitch, embroidery, needlework or English Paper Piecing projects. All have hand finished bindings.

Garden Fete

Rifle Paper Company rich burgundy floral print with touches of gold paired with a forest green print from the same collection. Note tassel will be forest green if you choose to add one.

Internal dimensions 32 x 27 cm (12 6/8 x 10 6/8 inches)

Price: £30.00 Available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Christmas Kitties

Gingerbread cats and kittens in stockings!

Internal dimensions 32 x 27 cm (12 6/8 x 10 6/8 inches)

Price: £30.00 Available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Navy Alice Caroline

Scaled down cotton print of the iconic Rifle Paper Company Alice in Wonderland design.

Internal dimensions 32 x 27 cm (12 6/8 x 10 6/8 inches)

Price: £30.00 No longer available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

The Dorothy

Vinyl free, padded, zipped project bag. Although the same size Dorothy is more flexible and can hold slightly more than the Caroline! She will come with a luggage label style tag as well as an optional tassel for recording her contents.

Patriotic Peter

Striking red background printed with heart shaped Union Jacks edged with gold. Lined with Peter Rabbit visiting London landmarks!

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 No longer available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Angels

Really eye catching print of angels with harps and trumpets on a blue ground, lined with a pearlescent ivory coloured cotton.

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 Available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Boro

Boro style printed cotton, with denim coloured lining

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 Available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Japanese Hares 1

Japanese cotton fabric paired with a lining from a Japanese inspired collection designed by Stuart Hillard.

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 No longer available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Japanese Hares 2

Japanese cotton fabric paired with a lining from a Japanese inspired collection designed by Stuart Hillard.

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 No longer available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

A Japanese Liberty

A Liberty of London print with a Japanese style!

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 Available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Hajimi

A design by Stuart Hillard inspired by vintage mens kimonos.

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 Available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Sakura

Meaning cherry blossom in Japasese, a beautiful design wigh Koi Carp and blossom, all highlighted with gold.

External dimensions 34 x 29 cm (13 1/4 x 11 1/4 inches)

Price: £30.00 No longer available

Include Tassel + £3.00
Include Thread Keep + £3.50
Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

The Gertrude

Made specifically to hold Caroline and Dorothy bags using heavier weight fabrics, high quality interfacing and beautiful coordinating linings. (Other uses welcomed!)

Waves

Indigo waves on a mid-weight cotton fabric.

Base 34 x15 cm (13 1/2 x 6 inches) Height 29 cm (11 1/2 inches)
Width at top 48 cm (19 inches)

Price: £52.00 Not currently available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Teddy

Teal and magenta, a glorious combination!

Base 34 x15 cm (13 1/2 x 6 inches) Height 29 cm (11 1/2 inches)
Width at top 48 cm (19 inches)

Price: £54.00 Not currently available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Periwinkle Blue Alice Gertrude

I just love this hard to find print with it's gold highlights. This is the scaled up canvas weight version.

Base 34 x15 cm (13 1/2 x 6 inches) Height 29 cm (11 1/2 inches)
Width at top 48 cm (19 inches)

Price: £56.00 Available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Les Fleurs

Pops of colourful roses on a dark navy background.

Base 34 x15 cm (13 1/2 x 6 inches) Height 29 cm (11 1/2 inches)
Width at top 48 cm (19 inches)

Price: £54.00 Available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

December Post

For all your stitching and knitting Christmas projects. The dark green background makes this one super smart I think!

Base 34 x15 cm (13 1/2 x 6 inches) Height 29 cm (11 1/2 inches)
Width at top 48 cm (19 inches)

Price: £54.00 Not currently available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

The Isabel

Each of these draw string top bags is a one of a kind. Made using vintage Kantha quilts and lined with beautiful coordinating cotton. Please note that they are hand stitched and truly vintage so will show signs of wear and craftsmanship, some may also be pieced, but all are both beautiful and unique.

Number 25

NOTE this one I made 2 inches wider than usual, so please ignore the dimensions given below! (It is the same height and depth) Done to make the best use of the quilt and this large print that made up one of the sides. Lined with Rifle Paper Company, light

Base 25cm x 10cm (9 1/2 x 4 inches) Height 30.5cm (12 inches) Width at top 34cm (13 1/2 inches)

Price: £45.00 Available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Number 19

The top layer is very fine so the sari fabric beneath is visible as a shadowy outline. Small multi coloured patch to front, join to back. All features of the original quilt.

Base 25cm x 10cm (9 1/2 x 4 inches) Height 30.5cm (12 inches) Width at top 34cm (13 1/2 inches)

Price: £40.00 Available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!

Number 20

The top layer is very fine so the sari fabric beneath is visible as a shadowy outline. Small multicoloured patch to front with tiny area of wear to left of it.

Base 25cm x 10cm (9 1/2 x 4 inches) Height 30.5cm (12 inches) Width at top 34cm (13 1/2 inches)

Price: £40.00 Available

Include Mabel + £8.25
Include Joan + £8.25
Include Baby Bow scissors + £6.00
Include Gold scissors + £8.00

I accept the Terms and Conditions: 1. The prices quoted are pounds sterling there is no VAT. 2. All payments are handled securely via Paypal. 3. Items will be posted via the Royal Mail service you select - see www.royalmail.com. 4. The pictures are of one of the available bags, fabric placement will vary on each bag. 5. Bags are handmade and hand finished and as such each one is individual. 6. No guarantee or warranty is offered on any of the products. 7. There is a no return policy on all products. 8. Props and projects not included!