Some years ago small totes made out of placemats were popular. I made one with a zipper and several plastic bags sewn inside the bag. It carries everything I need and then some. I embroidered a little Sunbonnet Sue on the outside and my name. I still use it a lot. It has saved me much frustration over not having all my tools. I keep duplicates of seam rippers, needles, small scissors, etc. in the bag.