I thought it was cool. Might not want to make a whole bag to match something specifically but, a cover is pretty quick to do.
The elastic loops were tricky to try and baste down by machine. The needle would hit it and the loop would get stuck on the needle. I resorted to using a dab of permanent fabric glue that I used in making a metal frame purse. Since the loops are inside when the cover and it's lining are being sewn. I pulled them straight down and pinned them so they wouldn't be pushed all over by the needle and I couldn't see if they were straight.