I make little zipper bags. They have clear vinyl on the front. Sometimes I put tea bags in them and sometimes I put things like a pkg. of needles, a spool of thread, bandaids, etc. They fit in your purse and can be used for all sorts of things. Little notions totes also work well and can be made with most of the things you have around your sewing room. I also use JoAnn coupons to stock up on supplies that can be added later.