This handy little bag has a zipper closure and opens to lie flat, making everything very easy to access. There are lots of see-through, zippered pockets to keep your supplies organized. The Carry-All Bag measures about 12.5" x 18" when open and closes to be about 12.5" wide, 8" tall and 2" deep. Perfect for a basic sewing kit to take to quilt classes and workshops, this bag is also great for organizing projects and supplies of all kinds: Quilting — scissors, threads, needles, marking pencils, magnifying glasses, patterns, paper-piecing supplies, projects-in-process Sewing — scissors, thread, pins and needles, rulers, ribbons and trims, elastic Embroidery — patterns, hoops, needles, scissors, thread, patterns, projects-in-process Scrapbooking supplies— scissors, photos mounting supplies, pens, stickers, cropping tools Art supplies— pens, pencils, brushes, paint tubes Personal items— makeup, makeup brushes, toiletries, jewelry, hosiery, gloves, scarfs Traveler needs — toiletries, tickets, travel momentos School supplies — scissors, crayons, markers, pens and pencils, erasers, glue sticks Toys & treasures — small toys, marbles, jacks, and collections of all sorts