This is a great large tote that is easy to put together and has nice pockets. The only part I didn't really like was the top zipper. I recognize that installing it that way made the top stitching easier with fewer layers, but it doesn't open as easily. This was easy to sew and I love carrying the bag I made with Halloween material.
Hi Darcy,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed making the Miranda tote and found it easy to sew. It sounds like the spacious design and pockets worked well for your needs, and we love that you're enjoying carrying your finished bag, especially in Halloween fabric! We love your version!!
We also appreciate your feedback about the top zipper construction. We understand that different zipper installations can affect the way a bag opens and functions, and comments like yours are incredibly valuable as we continue to develop and refine our patterns.
Thank you again for your support and for sharing both what you loved and what could be improved. We hope your Miranda tote gets lots of use this season!
Happy sewing,
The Sallie Tomato Team 🧵✨
Thank you so much, Nancy!
We’re thrilled to hear how much fun you had making the Miranda bag. It’s such a satisfying project, and the fact that you already have another one cut out says everything. Yours turned out beautiful! We love that the pattern inspired you to keep going — that kind of creative momentum is the best feeling.
If you ever want to share photos of your Mirandas, we’d be delighted to see them in the Sallie Tomato Facebook Group. Your projects always inspire the community.
This is a wonderful pattern. It's well written and easy to make. It can be fun or it can be fancy. Great bag.
Thank you so much, Barb!
We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the Miranda pattern. It really is such a versatile design — fun or fancy, quick to make, and wonderfully written for an easy sewing experience. We’re so glad it worked so well for you. The one you shared here is gorgeous! We love that you used the new cork as well.
Whenever you make your next Miranda, we’d love to see it. Feel free to show it off in our Facebook group.
Thanks again for sharing your experience with us!
I haven’t started making this yet but I read through the instructions and it looks pretty straightforward. Can’t wait to get started on it.
Thank you so much, Erin! We’re glad to hear the Miranda instructions look clear and straightforward. It’s such a fun tote to make, and we can’t wait for you to dive in. If you’d like a little extra guidance along the way, we also have a tutorial on our YouTube channel. Wishing you lots of enjoyment as you get started—thanks for sewing with us!
Love this bag! I’ve been looking for a mid-sized bag WITH a zipper closure for some time. This bag checked all my boxes. And it was simple to customize the inside a bit. It was particularly helpful to be able to follow the on-line video from Missouri Star. Thanks to both companies!
Thank you so much, Ursula! I’m thrilled to hear this bag checked all your boxes — a mid‑sized style with a zipper closure can be surprisingly hard to find, so I’m glad this one was the perfect match. It’s wonderful that you were able to customize the inside so easily, too. And I love that the Missouri Star video was helpful along the way; we’re always happy when makers can learn from both of our resources. If you ever feel inspired to share your beautiful, finished bag you shared on the review, we’d love to see it in the Sallie Tomato Patterns & Hardware Facebook group. Your makes always inspire others in the community and we love the one that you made!
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This is a great large tote that is easy to put together and has nice pockets. The only part I didn't really like was the top zipper. I recognize that installing it that way made the top stitching easier with fewer layers, but it doesn't open as easily. This was easy to sew and I love carrying the bag I made with Halloween material.
Hi Darcy,
Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed making the Miranda tote and found it easy to sew. It sounds like the spacious design and pockets worked well for your needs, and we love that you're enjoying carrying your finished bag, especially in Halloween fabric! We love your version!!
We also appreciate your feedback about the top zipper construction. We understand that different zipper installations can affect the way a bag opens and functions, and comments like yours are incredibly valuable as we continue to develop and refine our patterns.
Thank you again for your support and for sharing both what you loved and what could be improved. We hope your Miranda tote gets lots of use this season!
Happy sewing,
The Sallie Tomato Team 🧵✨
Thank you so much, Nancy!
We’re thrilled to hear how much fun you had making the Miranda bag. It’s such a satisfying project, and the fact that you already have another one cut out says everything. Yours turned out beautiful! We love that the pattern inspired you to keep going — that kind of creative momentum is the best feeling.
If you ever want to share photos of your Mirandas, we’d be delighted to see them in the Sallie Tomato Facebook Group. Your projects always inspire the community.
This is a wonderful pattern. It's well written and easy to make. It can be fun or it can be fancy. Great bag.
Thank you so much, Barb!
We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the Miranda pattern. It really is such a versatile design — fun or fancy, quick to make, and wonderfully written for an easy sewing experience. We’re so glad it worked so well for you. The one you shared here is gorgeous! We love that you used the new cork as well.
Whenever you make your next Miranda, we’d love to see it. Feel free to show it off in our Facebook group.
Thanks again for sharing your experience with us!
I haven’t started making this yet but I read through the instructions and it looks pretty straightforward. Can’t wait to get started on it.
Thank you so much, Erin! We’re glad to hear the Miranda instructions look clear and straightforward. It’s such a fun tote to make, and we can’t wait for you to dive in. If you’d like a little extra guidance along the way, we also have a tutorial on our YouTube channel. Wishing you lots of enjoyment as you get started—thanks for sewing with us!
Love this bag! I’ve been looking for a mid-sized bag WITH a zipper closure for some time. This bag checked all my boxes. And it was simple to customize the inside a bit. It was particularly helpful to be able to follow the on-line video from Missouri Star. Thanks to both companies!
Thank you so much, Ursula! I’m thrilled to hear this bag checked all your boxes — a mid‑sized style with a zipper closure can be surprisingly hard to find, so I’m glad this one was the perfect match. It’s wonderful that you were able to customize the inside so easily, too. And I love that the Missouri Star video was helpful along the way; we’re always happy when makers can learn from both of our resources. If you ever feel inspired to share your beautiful, finished bag you shared on the review, we’d love to see it in the Sallie Tomato Patterns & Hardware Facebook group. Your makes always inspire others in the community and we love the one that you made!