The long black bag is one of my creations. It is a bag for my walking stick. I have a walking stick that comes apart in 3 sections and telescopes together to use. The stick has a spring loaded anti-shock mechanism and a thermometer and compass on the wrist strap. It is very helpful in going down slopes, saving stress on the knees. I wish I had it when we were in Italy in 2008 because of the hills in the town of Assisi. It was very helpful in Spain last year.
The small blue pouch is a water bottle holder. I have made at least 6 of these for family and friends. Notice the buckle on the strap. That is not in the pattern but I like to make my straps adjustable so the the person wearing it can adjust it for their liking. This pattern is from http://www.pinkchalkstudio.com/ . I am so glad I found this pattern as it also is handy for travelling and keeping you hydrated without having to carry a bottle of water. You just slip it in the pouch and away you go.
Peggy
