The Gypsy bitty Buddy is the perfect collector for the trimmings and snippets that invariably occur with every sewing and quilting project. Collapse the container and secure it with the attached elastic loop to store or transport it to classes and retreats. OR, place the elastic loop under your sewing machine so the scrap bag hangs off of the table and frees space around your sewing area. When open, it measures 6 inches by 7 inches. When collapsed it measures 6 inches by 1/2 inch.