The phrase "rag bag" refers to a collection or mixture of various things that don't have any order or organization. It can be used to describe a messy or disorganized situation. Full definition
, those headed for the rag bag, those very few pieces just too precious for anything but tucking away, and the majority of things - those memory - triggering pieces that are just right for cutting up and being made into a special quilt, one for each child. (soulemama.com)
i have a rag bag in the bathroom (that's where old towels and tee shirts go to die — no sewing required), and that is what i use to dust or do bathrooms. (greenphonebooth.com)
We keep a rag bag in the garage (which is just off the kitchen, so it's convenient). (greenphonebooth.com)