"I made the first of these bags to prove that I could use up every last bit of a package of 2½" strips. While many quilters are hesitant to insert zippers, this pouch is not difficult to make. Although there are many steps for the zipper, each one is quick and easy, and the zipper is nicely finished at the ends. Just follow the instructions one step at a time! I also like the simple method that I used for making the flat bottom on this pouch."—Carol Wilhoit
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
FINISHED SIZES
Pouch Size: 11" × 6½" × 1½"
Block Size: 2" × 9"
Number of Blocks: 1
MATERIALS
• ⅜ yard or 1 full 18" × 20" fat quarter light turquoise batik • 1 piece at least 2" × 2½" each of nine batik fabrics: bright pink, bright orange, pale orange, yellow, lime green, dark turquoise/green, medium turquoise/ pink, purple/turquoise and purple • ¼ yard or • 13" × 18" batting • 14" or larger yellow nylon zipper • Turquoise thread • Basic sewing tools and supplies
