Sewing - treasure hunting bag with mesh and long cord

Our youngest grand daughter loves collecting things especially from nature - leaves, stones, fungi, etc.  I made her a treasure bag in which she can place her treasures when she is collecting.  It has a mesh bottom which will allow soil to fall through as she is collecting and still keep her treasures safe.  I made the string handle long enough that it will grow with her.  A simple over hand knot makes it just the right length.  

It is based roughly on a tutorial I found on line.  The top is open for easily depositing treasures and it is carried close enough to the body to ensure that none are lost along the way.  I used cotton for the top edge and the two sides and nylon mesh for the body.  I cu the mesh to size added cotton on both ends and then cut the side pieces which are double folded to fit on the sides.  I stitched them with extra reinforcement on the top to keep the cording secure.  

Sewing for Christmas is fun I hope she will enjoy her little treasure bag!!

Therese