Vintage 1950s Green Wool Zipper Pouch

A Little Vintage Wool, a Little Scandinavian-Inspired Charm

Every once in a while, we find a piece of vintage fabric that is just too beautiful not to turn into something useful.

This gorgeous deep green wool dates back to the 1950s, and I love how rich the color is. We decided to add a little something special with a delicate floral trim that reminds me of traditional Scandinavian folk designs.

The tiny pink, cream, and green flowers against the dark background complement the wool beautifully. It's a simple combination, but I think it gives this pouch so much character.

Beautiful Old Materials, New Adventures

One of my favorite things about working with vintage textiles is imagining all the years they've been around before finding their way into our workshop.

This wool has already been around for more than 70 years, and now it gets to begin another chapter as something practical that can be carried and enjoyed.

Rather than letting these beautiful older materials sit unused, we love finding ways to give them a new purpose.

A Handy Little Organizer

Measuring approximately 6" wide by 9" tall, this zippered pouch is a useful size for keeping smaller belongings together.

It would be lovely for organizing:

• Everyday carry essentials

• Small notebooks and pens

• Sewing or craft supplies

• Travel necessities

• Small tools and accessories

• Personal items you want to keep together in a larger bag

The full-length zipper makes it easy to access your belongings, and the pull tabs at either end give you something to hold while opening and closing the pouch.

Details & Features

• Dimensions: Approximately 6" wide × 9" tall

• Material: Vintage green wool dating to the 1950s

• Accent: Scandinavian-inspired floral trim

• Closure: Zipper with brass-colored hardware

• Color: Deep forest green with pink, cream, and green floral accents

• Design: Original PNWBUSHCRAFT zipper pouch

• Handcrafted in Washington State

• Limited vintage material

Because we work with vintage textiles, slight variations and signs of age are part of their history and character.

Handmade by PNWBUSHCRAFT

Every pouch is cut and sewn in our family workshop in Washington State.

We love combining beautiful older textiles with practical designs, creating something that feels a little nostalgic but is ready to be used every day.

It's one more way we can give wonderful materials a new life instead of letting them go to waste.

Built to last, not landfill.

Listing includes one zipper pouch only. Other items shown in photographs are not included.