You do not have to put zipper in pouch. Just put a tab on one side of top and snap or button on other to use for closure. Also you can make long rectangular piece and just quilt thru batting and top fabric and then sew sides together, sew lining to top and put lining inside bag. Or you can sew lining to bag rectangular on one side of top and quilt thru all layers including lining and then sew side. This way will leave raw edges inside unless you use a serger to sew sides. Good luck!!!