I find keeping my stitches fairly evenly spaced easier when working with my ruler and ruler foot then regular FMQing. The continuous star is worked in the same manner as the continuous curve only instead of curves you mark a center point on each side of square and use your ruler to do point to point.
The bag was made with upholstery remnants that I saved from going to the land fill. The quilt and bag will be delivered shortly. Thanks everyone for your kind comments as it has brought my spirits up considerably!