This Japanese inspired insulated lunch bag can be used as a purse or it can make brown-bagging lunch look chic. The insulated lining keeps hot food hot or cold food cold. The five petal focal flower was created using fabric origami and the horizontal band features Sashiko embroidery. The instructions and pattern for this project can be found in the Fall 2015 issue of Stitch.An alternate gold version of the tote was posted as a reader bonus.