2018
The regular Slouch bag is really just a tote bag, whereas this version is more of a handbag. It is exactly the same size and shape but has a magnetic closure, two large deep pockets on the inside, and it is quilted in the main body of the bag. It feels a bit more substantial. Instructions are HERE. Add batting to the large outer rectangles.
You can see the two pockets. Each one is long enough to fit a large water bottle.

Here is the bag closed with a single magnetic snap.