This patchwork piece has been added to........the edge of a vintage handkerchief and a scrap of lace embellished with French knots. 

I will leave this piece for a little while now as I am anxious to finish my drawstring pouch. 

There are ribbon ties to sew onto that and a lining cloth to source. 

       

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