I am primarily a quilter not a bag maker - or a sewer of complex items. I was hesitant to start this bag because it seemed complicated. It is not complicated as long as you follow the instructions step by step. Lovely little bag. I even figured out the zipper installation which was a lot easier than I thought it would be. It's a great little bag & I will make another soon. P.S. The zipper pocket on the outside fits my Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 phone which is on the larger size. With the case it measures about 3 1/4" x 6 1/2" so it should be sufficient for most larger phones.
Thank you so much, Pat!
We’re delighted to hear that Ginger turned out to be such an enjoyable make for you. It’s wonderful that—even as someone who primarily quilts—you found the step‑by‑step instructions clear and approachable. That’s exactly the experience we hope to create for makers trying something new.
Huge kudos on the zipper installation, too. It’s always a great feeling when a step you expect to be tricky ends up coming together smoothly.
Your note about the exterior zipper pocket fitting your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (even with the case!) is incredibly helpful. Real‑world measurements like that make a big difference for other makers deciding if the bag will suit their needs.
We’d love to see your next Ginger when you make it—feel free to share photos in the Sallie Tomato Facebook group. Your experience will inspire a lot of fellow quilters who are curious about stepping into bag‑making.
This was easy to sew and the instructions were clear. I’m loving my new bag. I used a single color of waxed canvas.
That sounds amazing—thank you for sharing! We’re so happy to hear the Ginger came together easily and that the instructions supported you along the way. Waxed canvas in a single color has such a classic, timeless appeal—and we bet your new bag looks absolutely stunning. Enjoy showing it off! Happy Sewing!
This pattern was so fun to make and it comes together so easily. Instructions are superb.
Thank you so very much, we are happy that you found it fun to make and the pattern easy to follow. We would love to see what you are making on our Salllie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. Happy Sewing!
The instructions were clear and the YouTube video helped even more! I’m thrilled with the results!
So glad to heat that-thank you. If not a member-you may want to join our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook for more inspiration and to show off your makes. It is a very helpful group. Happy Sewing.
The instructions are easy to read, and the video is very helpful. I liked being able to print my pattern pieces, so I will be able to print more as I make more of these great little bags. The bag came together very smoothly, no stress. The size is perfect for a "shopping" bag and I love being able to personalize it with my own fabrics.
Sounds like you love the Ginger. It is a beautiful bag to be able to show case some favorite fabrics. Glad you found it perfect. If not a member-you may want to join our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook for more inspiration and to show off your makes. It is a very helpful group. Happy Sewing.
Who we are
sallie tomato
Hey friend! I'm Jess, 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!
Sallie Tomato provides sewing patterns, purse hardware, handbag zippers, cork fabric, and select sewing supplies for bag making.
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!
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I am primarily a quilter not a bag maker - or a sewer of complex items. I was hesitant to start this bag because it seemed complicated. It is not complicated as long as you follow the instructions step by step. Lovely little bag. I even figured out the zipper installation which was a lot easier than I thought it would be. It's a great little bag & I will make another soon. P.S. The zipper pocket on the outside fits my Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 phone which is on the larger size. With the case it measures about 3 1/4" x 6 1/2" so it should be sufficient for most larger phones.
Thank you so much, Pat!
We’re delighted to hear that Ginger turned out to be such an enjoyable make for you. It’s wonderful that—even as someone who primarily quilts—you found the step‑by‑step instructions clear and approachable. That’s exactly the experience we hope to create for makers trying something new.
Huge kudos on the zipper installation, too. It’s always a great feeling when a step you expect to be tricky ends up coming together smoothly.
Your note about the exterior zipper pocket fitting your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (even with the case!) is incredibly helpful. Real‑world measurements like that make a big difference for other makers deciding if the bag will suit their needs.
We’d love to see your next Ginger when you make it—feel free to share photos in the Sallie Tomato Facebook group. Your experience will inspire a lot of fellow quilters who are curious about stepping into bag‑making.
This was easy to sew and the instructions were clear. I’m loving my new bag. I used a single color of waxed canvas.
That sounds amazing—thank you for sharing! We’re so happy to hear the Ginger came together easily and that the instructions supported you along the way. Waxed canvas in a single color has such a classic, timeless appeal—and we bet your new bag looks absolutely stunning. Enjoy showing it off! Happy Sewing!
This pattern was so fun to make and it comes together so easily. Instructions are superb.
Thank you so very much, we are happy that you found it fun to make and the pattern easy to follow. We would love to see what you are making on our Salllie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook. Happy Sewing!
The instructions were clear and the YouTube video helped even more! I’m thrilled with the results!
So glad to heat that-thank you. If not a member-you may want to join our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook for more inspiration and to show off your makes. It is a very helpful group. Happy Sewing.
The instructions are easy to read, and the video is very helpful. I liked being able to print my pattern pieces, so I will be able to print more as I make more of these great little bags. The bag came together very smoothly, no stress. The size is perfect for a "shopping" bag and I love being able to personalize it with my own fabrics.
Sounds like you love the Ginger. It is a beautiful bag to be able to show case some favorite fabrics. Glad you found it perfect. If not a member-you may want to join our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group on Facebook for more inspiration and to show off your makes. It is a very helpful group. Happy Sewing.