With some fabric and a few notions, a wardrobe of wristlets is within your grasp. These chic mini pouches hold your essentials, from keys to credit cards. The project takes so little fabric that you’ll be able to turn out tiny bags from remnants to go with every garment you make.

Once you know how to craft the basic bag, embellishment options are limitless. It’s so easy to make versions from elegant to Boho chic. I’ll share two decoration techniques: how to add one or more rows of lace and how to cut and sew funky leather fringe.

Your friends will never guess how quick and simple this project is to complete. If you can take a break from making wristlets for yourself, they’ll be the hit of the gift-giving season.

Jessica Sudalnik shows you how to coordinate your look with these small but stunning bags in this article from Quick Stuff to Sew, Vol. 4.