Last Minute Christmas Gifts

The wristlet/pouches shown are some last-minute Christmas gifts I made today.

The Phebe Tote Bag

Today I finished the Phebe Tote Bag. The bag has an outside front zippered pocket which makes for easy access to a phone & keys. The fully lined inside has a zippered pocket on one side & 3 slip-in pockets on the opposite side. The bag has a recessed top zipper closure.
The Phebe Bag measures 11" across the bottom & widens to 13" across the top. The depth is 3.5". The shoulder strap drop is 12".
I used a light burgundy vinyl for the bag. The vinyl was a nightmare to sew! I think I will stick to cloth from now on! I do plan to make more Phebe Bags because I really like the bag.
Pattern from Dog Under My Desk

Another Jack Bag

Yesterday I finished another Jack Dog Walking/Across the Chest Bag. For the exterior, I used the gorgeous Hannah prequilted fabric & its coordinate for the adjustable across-the-chest strap.
The rear exterior has a divided split pocket similar to the other Jack Bags I posted about in the last few weeks.
I think a photo of our 4 month old Jack might be a good thing!

The Jack Bag Zip 'n Go Bag

Recently I finished another 'Jack' Zip & Go Bag. I used a heather-toned blue faux leather for the exterior & a travel-themed cotton lining. I also enlarged the bag by 1 inch from side to side to better accommodate eyeglass cases & cell phones.
This bag is perfect for hands-free shopping, etc. I wear mine at work so I always have easy access to my glasses & cell phone.
Jack Bags also make great dog walking bags. The bag is also available with an exterior rear split pocket which can be used to store doggy wastebags, hand sanitizer, & dog treats.

Zip 'n Go pattern is from Dog Under My Desk.

Jack Bags will be available at my holiday sale in November.

Jennifer Knitting Project Bags

Last weekend my nephew John's wife Jennifer, a very avid knitter, suggested I start making knitting project bags. Jen said she liked knitting project bags that she can toss in a larger bag because she doesn't want to carry 2 bags.
So, in pretty fast order, after some research & paying attention to Jen's suggestions, I made a few Jennifer Knitting Project Bags.
The zippered pouch style can be adjusted to hold various knitting projects. Per my friend Barbara 's suggestion, the pouch style includes a small case to hold things like a tape measure, scissors✂, stitch markers, etc. The strap is optional.
The handled bag is ideal for knitting/crocheting & walking at the same time. Just slip the handle over the wrist, pull out some yarn & start knitting or crocheting! The bag has a magnetic closure. It can be made about 1 inch larger all around. It has an outside pocket to hold small tools.

The Ellie Sling Pack

The Ellie Sling Pack is the newest bag at Arlene's Bags. The designer, Cloudsplitter Bags, describes the bag as "the perfect bag for someone on the go! Great little backpack/sling bag for day trips, biking, walking, vacations, and more!

The Summit has two zippered compartments for convenience. The front zipper has card slots and a pocket within. The central compartment has a padded gadget pocket and a zipper pocket. The back of the bag has an additional zippered pocket."
Dimensions: Approximately 16.25” tall x 11.25”tall x 3”deep (at widest points)