It is slightly smaller than I expected, but that is my fault. The colors are bright and the canvas feels very sturdy. The inner bag with the beans was very easy to stuff into the outer bag. The bag is well filled without being overstuffed. Both kids love (6 yrs and 8 mos) love it and the handle makes it easy to carry from room to room as needed to put the 8-month-old in so I can get some work done.