I admit, I struggled with getting the 3/8" SA when adding the gusset to finish the bag but I believe that has more to do with me than the pattern itself. I'm trowing myself into the shark tank to learn how to swim so I can make beautiful bags that I can be proud of so every curve ball is a new lesson learned. I struggled with the placement of the zipper so it would turn out right as well so I watched the YouTube video on repeat on that section alone. Again, I'm still learning. I did put a strip of SF101 inside of the strap so it's not too spongy feeling. But, I love my bag and it turned out looking better than I imagined. I also added a zipper pocket and a slip pocket. I will make more of this pattern because it's a great style and size.
Thank you, Peggy! I love your attitude toward learning — every new technique really is a step forward, and you handled those trickier parts of the Jessica bag with so much perseverance. Watching the video on repeat is exactly what so many of us do, and your strap and pocket additions sound perfect. I’m delighted your bag turned out so well, and it’s wonderful to hear you’ll be making more of this style. Thank you for including the photos as it is absolutely gorgeous and we love seeing it here. Happy sewing!
I printed at 85%. This is a great simple bag to be carried with anything. Instructions are easy to follow.
Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that the Jessica pattern worked out so well for you—printing at 85% is such a great way to customize the size, and we’re glad the instructions were easy to follow. It’s wonderful to know the bag is versatile enough to carry with anything.
If you enjoy sharing your makes or gathering inspiration from other creators, we’d love to have you join our Sallie Tomato Patterns & Hardware Facebook group. It’s a welcoming, creative space full of ideas and support.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience!
Thank you for the download and I received what I needed
Thank you, Janet! We’re so glad you received everything you needed for the Jessica Bag pattern. It’s wonderful to hear you love the size and found it easy to get started—we hope the sewing process is just as enjoyable as the download. We’d love to see your finished bag—our Sallie Tomato Patterns & Hardware Facebook group is a great place to share creations and connect with fellow makers.
Very cute. Easy to make. Great instructions.
Thank you so much. 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. Happy Sewing!
bought this pattern because you need it to alter to become the dutton. Honestly a little more complicated than I thought. Nice bag when done. Turning thru hole is challenging but doable.
We are sorry to hear that you found it complicated. We are hoping that the video tutorial was helpgul in completing. We would love to see what you are making. If not a member, you may want to join our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group. Happy Sewing!
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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 admit, I struggled with getting the 3/8" SA when adding the gusset to finish the bag but I believe that has more to do with me than the pattern itself. I'm trowing myself into the shark tank to learn how to swim so I can make beautiful bags that I can be proud of so every curve ball is a new lesson learned. I struggled with the placement of the zipper so it would turn out right as well so I watched the YouTube video on repeat on that section alone. Again, I'm still learning. I did put a strip of SF101 inside of the strap so it's not too spongy feeling. But, I love my bag and it turned out looking better than I imagined. I also added a zipper pocket and a slip pocket. I will make more of this pattern because it's a great style and size.
Thank you, Peggy! I love your attitude toward learning — every new technique really is a step forward, and you handled those trickier parts of the Jessica bag with so much perseverance. Watching the video on repeat is exactly what so many of us do, and your strap and pocket additions sound perfect. I’m delighted your bag turned out so well, and it’s wonderful to hear you’ll be making more of this style. Thank you for including the photos as it is absolutely gorgeous and we love seeing it here. Happy sewing!
I printed at 85%. This is a great simple bag to be carried with anything. Instructions are easy to follow.
Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that the Jessica pattern worked out so well for you—printing at 85% is such a great way to customize the size, and we’re glad the instructions were easy to follow. It’s wonderful to know the bag is versatile enough to carry with anything.
If you enjoy sharing your makes or gathering inspiration from other creators, we’d love to have you join our Sallie Tomato Patterns & Hardware Facebook group. It’s a welcoming, creative space full of ideas and support.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience!
Thank you for the download and I received what I needed
Thank you, Janet! We’re so glad you received everything you needed for the Jessica Bag pattern. It’s wonderful to hear you love the size and found it easy to get started—we hope the sewing process is just as enjoyable as the download. We’d love to see your finished bag—our Sallie Tomato Patterns & Hardware Facebook group is a great place to share creations and connect with fellow makers.
Very cute. Easy to make. Great instructions.
Thank you so much. 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. Happy Sewing!
bought this pattern because you need it to alter to become the dutton. Honestly a little more complicated than I thought. Nice bag when done. Turning thru hole is challenging but doable.
We are sorry to hear that you found it complicated. We are hoping that the video tutorial was helpgul in completing. We would love to see what you are making. If not a member, you may want to join our Sallie Tomato Patterns and Hardware Group. Happy Sewing!