M
Haven’t used the cork yet but it is beautiful and I am anxious to try it
Hi Mary,
Thank you so much for your kind note! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re loving the look of the cork—it really is a beautiful material, and we can’t wait to see what you create with it.
When inspiration strikes, we’re here with pattern ideas, tips, and support to help you make the most of your Cork Club goodies. We hope you will also post your makes in our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group
Happy sewing.
K
I joined the club to learn how to sew with cork. Very excited and loved everything. One small improvement would be to include matching thread. Since there isn't any fabric stores in my area, I'll be placing an order with you - tricky to be sure I'm picking a matching thread, have to pay shipping and wait for it to arrive. I'm so excited to get going. Wish I didn't have to wait. :(
Hi Kristine,
Welcome to the Cork Club—we’re so excited to have you! It’s wonderful to hear that you loved your first box and that you’re diving into sewing with cork. We can’t wait to see what you create!
Thank you for your thoughtful suggestion about including matching thread. We understand how tricky it can be to choose the right color online, especially without local fabric stores nearby. While we currently keep the subscription cost low by focusing on cork (with shipping included), your feedback is incredibly helpful as we explore ways to make the experience even more seamless.
In the meantime, if you ever need help picking a thread color to match your cork, feel free to reach out—we’re happy to offer recommendations or send swatch photos to make the process easier. please email info@sallietomato.com
We also encourage participating in the Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook.
Happy stitching,
The Sallie Tomato Team
L
Opening my first Cork Club shipment was like Christmas. It’s a surprise what’s going to be in it. This was my first shipment. There was a pack of cute zipper pulls and a zipper, a key chain and a sticker. I don’t know if the extra goodies were because it was the first one, or if every month will have extras.
I do wish the cork pieces were larger. I had enough to make a small bag, but didn’t have enough for the straps. I used webbing.
I can’t wait to see what’s in my next months box!
Hi Lindalee,
Thank you so much for your joyful review—your excitement truly made our day! We love that opening your first Cork Club box felt like Christmas. That sense of surprise and delight is exactly what we hope to deliver each month.
The zipper pulls, key chain, and sticker were part of a welcome bundle to celebrate your first shipment—so glad you enjoyed them!
We appreciate your feedback about cork sizing. To keep the subscription affordable with shipping included plus still include a variety of goodies, we work within a set material budget each month. Larger cork cuts would increase the overall cost, but we’re always exploring ways to help makers get the most out of what’s included. Using webbing for the straps was a smart solution!
We can’t wait to surprise you again next month—and if you ever want project ideas tailored to the cork size, we’re happy to help. Your bag turned out fantastic and Thank you fo sharing.
Warmly,
The Sallie Tomato Team
C
I am pleased with the items in the box. Still trying to decide what to make. Thank you.
Hi Carol,
Thank you so much for your kind note! We’re delighted to hear you’re pleased with the Cork Club box—it’s always exciting to imagine the possibilities when fresh materials arrive.
If you’re still deciding what to make, we’d be happy to suggest a few cork-friendly patterns or share inspiration from other makers. And whenever you do dive in, we’d love to see what you create!
Happy crafting, The Sallie Tomato Team
L
I thought the cork was lovely. I like the zipper and pulls, however, it didn’t match the cork. I was confused about that.
Hi Linda,
Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you loved the cork in this month’s Cork Club—it’s always exciting to know the materials are inspiring your creativity.
We’re sorry for the confusion around the zipper and pulls not matching the cork. While we aim to curate combinations that feel fresh and versatile, we understand how important color coordination is for a cohesive project. These were just an extra bonus this month as ususally you would just recieve the cork. Your comment is incredibly helpful, and we’ll be sure to share it with our team as we plan future kits and clubs
Happy sewing
Who we are
sallie tomato
Hello, my name is Jessica Barrera and I'm the Founder of Sallie Tomato. I originally opened my shop in 2014 during college. I began by selling items that I had sewn myself. It wasn’t until 2016 that I released my first pattern, the Puppy Pillow. Now, my passion is to design quality sewing patterns, so you can create too!
WHAT WE SELL
Sallie Tomato provides sewing patterns, purse hardware, handbag zippers, cork fabric, and select sewing supplies for bag making.
SHOP NAME HISTORY
The name of my shop developed around my middle name, Sallie. Also, the tomato pin cushion is a well-recognized symbol of sewing. Thank you for visiting my website!
