I use the divided lunch style zip lock container for carry around applique. The "sandwich" side holds the pieces, thread and scissors. The skinnier "carrot stick or whatever" side holds my magnetic pin holder. Now my magnet and scissors don't get all tangled up and I can take my scissors out without de-pinning them. The snap on lid keeps everything neat and the shape fits in a tote bag or on the stack of books next to my chair.