This is Why I'm Late Posting (and Missed Posting Yesterday!)

Fabric cut and ready to go...

Pocket

Adding the handles

Finished product: lined embroidered linen tote bag with two side pockets

Another view of the finished product, next time I'll need to add interfacing to make it a bit firmer.  I think it was a successful first try, even though I won't be able to sell this one (another bag for me to use)!