This reminds me of the historical "huswif" women have carried for nearly 800 years to hold their precious sewing tools. It is usually worn hanging at the waist, from a belt, apron string, or other such thing.
Here are some images of antique and modern ones.
https://www.google.com/search?safe=a...k1.bebMTFybmc0
Jan in VA
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