Deep enough to hold shears, baguettes or daikon. That was the brief.

Everything else is taken for granted: simple, tough, weatherproof, deep interior pocket, tough PVC lined interior base, hand straps AND shoulder strap, sealed with a popper fastener to keep weather out and daikon in, not too fancy. Regular issue at your local farmers’ market.

Standard Niwaki Tan 16oz coated canvas - spot wash only, with a damp cloth.