Blue and White Bag Pattern

The Blue and White Sashiko Drawstring Bag is a Jane MacDonald design and includes comprehensive instructions. 

The gentle movement of the sashiko stitches look like the undulations of a mountain landscape. This blue and white drawstring bag is a joy to make. 

Requirements:
25cm blue fabric for background (azumino momen #43 used in sample) 
25cm red fabric for lining (azumino momen #60 used in sample)
100m white sashiko thread
8 x metal koki
1.5m x 3mm red waxed cotton cording divided into two lengths 
25cm lightweight iron-on interfacing
Hera marker 
Fine line white washout marking pen (Clover) 
Sashiko needle
Sashiko thimble
Pair of pliers to attach metal koki to top of bag
General supplies: sewing machine, hand sewing needles, fabric scissors, cutting mat, rotary cutter and quilters ruler