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Hi Alan,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review of the Back to Basics Tote! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the design and found the instructions easy to follow. Your additions are fantastic—especially the recessed zipper and extra pockets. It’s always inspiring to see experienced makers personalize a pattern and elevate it with such practical upgrades.

If you ever feel like sharing photos of your finished tote, we’d love to see it in the **Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group** on Facebook. Your creativity could really inspire others to try their own customizations!

Thanks again for sewing with us—and for making the pattern your own.

Hello Kathy
Thank you so much for your fantastic review of the Back to Basics Tote! We’re thrilled to hear it was easy to sew—and we absolutely love the upgrades you added. Lining, zipper closure, strong magnets, key strap, and extra pockets? That’s a masterclass in customization! It’s no wonder your friends are asking for one too.

If you ever feel like sharing photos of your finished totes, we’d love to see them in the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. It’s a great space to connect with fellow makers and inspire others with your creative flair.

Thanks again for sewing with us!

Hi there,

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review of the Back to Basics Tote pattern! We’re thrilled to hear you’re excited to begin your Sallie Tomato bag-making journey. That tote is a great place to start—simple, stylish, and full of possibilities.

If you’re not already a member, we’d love to invite you to join the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. It’s a friendly, inspiring space where makers share their projects, ask questions, and cheer each other on.

We can’t wait to see what you create!

Hi Brenda,

Thank you so much for your sweet review of the Back to Basics Tote pattern! We’re thrilled to hear you’re excited about it—there’s nothing better than a cute, free pattern to kick off a new project. We hope it brings you lots of joy and creative satisfaction.

If you’re not already a member, we’d love to invite you to join the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. It’s a fun and supportive space to share your tote, get inspired, and connect with fellow makers.

Hi Sharon, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Back to Basics Tote pattern. It’s wonderful to know the simple style and ease of construction made it a great experience for you.

We’d love to see your finished tote! Come join us in the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware group on Facebook—it's a vibrant space where makers share their creations, swap tips, and inspire each other. Your project would be a fantastic addition!

Happy sewing, and thank you again for being part of our creative community

Hi Alan,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review of the Back to Basics Tote! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the design and found the instructions easy to follow. Your additions are fantastic—especially the recessed zipper and extra pockets. It’s always inspiring to see experienced makers personalize a pattern and elevate it with such practical upgrades.

If you ever feel like sharing photos of your finished tote, we’d love to see it in the **Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group** on Facebook. Your creativity could really inspire others to try their own customizations!

Thanks again for sewing with us—and for making the pattern your own.

Hello Kathy
Thank you so much for your fantastic review of the Back to Basics Tote! We’re thrilled to hear it was easy to sew—and we absolutely love the upgrades you added. Lining, zipper closure, strong magnets, key strap, and extra pockets? That’s a masterclass in customization! It’s no wonder your friends are asking for one too.

If you ever feel like sharing photos of your finished totes, we’d love to see them in the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. It’s a great space to connect with fellow makers and inspire others with your creative flair.

Thanks again for sewing with us!

Hi there,

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review of the Back to Basics Tote pattern! We’re thrilled to hear you’re excited to begin your Sallie Tomato bag-making journey. That tote is a great place to start—simple, stylish, and full of possibilities.

If you’re not already a member, we’d love to invite you to join the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. It’s a friendly, inspiring space where makers share their projects, ask questions, and cheer each other on.

We can’t wait to see what you create!

Hi Brenda,

Thank you so much for your sweet review of the Back to Basics Tote pattern! We’re thrilled to hear you’re excited about it—there’s nothing better than a cute, free pattern to kick off a new project. We hope it brings you lots of joy and creative satisfaction.

If you’re not already a member, we’d love to invite you to join the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. It’s a fun and supportive space to share your tote, get inspired, and connect with fellow makers.

Hi Sharon, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Back to Basics Tote pattern. It’s wonderful to know the simple style and ease of construction made it a great experience for you.

We’d love to see your finished tote! Come join us in the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware group on Facebook—it's a vibrant space where makers share their creations, swap tips, and inspire each other. Your project would be a fantastic addition!

Happy sewing, and thank you again for being part of our creative community