work bag

Sewing supply holder

A work bag is a small bag for holding sewing materials, needlework, or other handcraft supplies.

The term dates from when such work was a routine domestic activity: She kept her embroidery in a work bag by her chair.

Now largely historical or used by craft enthusiasts.

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commute · leather · shoulder strap · strap · zipper · office · office supplies · documents · lunch · packed lunch · lunch break · organize · carry · shoulder · handle · pockets · canvas · professional

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Opposites
purpose/context of use

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Coastal outing carryall

weekend bag · gym bag · travel bag · vacation bag · diaper bag

formality/occasion

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Open fabric shopping sack

backpack · fanny pack · clutch · evening bag · crossbody bag

Family

work, bag, works, worked, working, worker, workers, workable, workman

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G