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Combine quilting and bagmaking in one big, beautiful tote.
Starry is for quilters who want to try bagmaking, or bagmakers who want to add quilting techniques to their projects. It's a large, structured tote with a quilt-block design and three interior pockets.
Starry is my biggest tote and the one for quilters.
✔️ Advanced Beginner (some quilting experience)
✔️ Magnetic snap and make-your-own fabric handles
✔️ Three interior pockets
✔️ Finished size: 19"W × 13.5"H × 5"D
Based on 44"-wide fabric.
Quilt block
Tote bag
This pattern gives you the how, but if you want to understand the why behind bagmaking techniques, check out the Sew Better Bags eBook.
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Do I need to print anything?
Nope! Starry is all measure and cut, with nothing to print or tape.
What size is the finished Starry Tote?
19" wide × 13.5" tall × 5" deep, my biggest tote.
Do I need quilting experience?
Yes. You should know how quilt construction works, since Starry's exterior is built like a quilt block.
What skill level is Starry?
Advanced Beginner.
How does it close?
With a magnetic snap, and there's a video showing you how to install it.
What kind of handles does it use?
You make your own fabric handles, and the pattern shows you how.
How does Starry compare to your other tote patterns?
Starry is my biggest tote and the one for quilters. Find the best tote bag sewing pattern for you →
Want support or love sharing your progress?
Join the Be Mandy Things Facebook Maker Group for tutorials, tips, and encouragement from other bagmakers.
This listing is for a digital sewing pattern only.
No physical items will be shipped.
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This pattern is for personal use only. Handmade items made using this pattern may be sold on a small, handmade scale. Please credit Be Mandy Things as the designer.
This pattern may not be copied, shared, reproduced, or distributed in any form, including digitally, without written permission from the designer.
I haven’t made this pattern yet, but very excited to try it! I am a quilter and just starting to make bags. I just finished your Charm Tote and it turned out great! I love your step by step instructions, it makes it easy to follow. I like the quilt look in your tote patterns!
Easy pretty. Great size
Well designed pattern and instructions.
Love the detail description for every step of this pattern. I’m learning so much about the right and wrong way to do things. Thank you for your excellent teaching.
Really pleased with the pattern - went shopping for fabric today and excited about getting started on my quilting retreat next week!
I loved making this bag. Took my time and it was gorgeous. I am an experienced bag maker but think some parts of the pattern may be confusing for a beginner. All in all. Loved it and will make another soon
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Very well laid out, tons of information on notions to have on hand before starting. Will refer to it for sure.
So easy to follow. Highly recommend. Mandy is an excellent teacher!!!
Great pattern with easy to follow instructions. My pouch turned out so cute!
Excellent pattern, one off the quickest I've sewn
Easy pretty. Great size
Very pleased with my purchase! Really great tips and tricks. Definitely purchase this, don’t wait it is that good. I’m new at sewing and it’s been very valuable to me.
I purchased the Kathy tote and Frankie pouch for my bundle. I downloaded the patterns but I have not yet had the chance to sew them up. Instructions look easy and I can’t wait to get started.
I love this pattern, and I love the finished product even more. The instructions were clear but there was one step where I did wish there was an accompanying video.
The book is very informative, easy to read and understand, has tables that are easy to use.
Great. Mainly all the information for bag making in one file. I make bags, pouches and such all time so I find it very handy.
I thought your instructions and video were great!
Great job!
This is a super pattern. Easy to follow directions and fast to make. I used some small pieces of leftover fabric for this project. Great to put items in for a gift for someone I’ll or just as a gift. Thank you Amanda for continuing to offer easy to follow, wonderful patterns.
Great pattern, easy to follow! Will purchase more patterns!
Lovely pattern. Can't wait to sew for Christmas quilt.
My first tote bag to make was the Kathy Tote Bag. I love the step by step instructions and detailed photos. Some steps I zipped through and some others I would go back and reread or double check what I was doing with the photos. I loved making this so much that I have several other patterns ready to get started on. Amanda makes her patterns so easy to understand and the added tips are excellent. My only problem is deciding what to make next. Thank you for understanding exactly what I need to be comfortable making a bag!
I haven’t made this pattern yet, but very excited to try it! I am a quilter and just starting to make bags. I just finished your Charm Tote and it turned out great! I love your step by step instructions, it makes it easy to follow. I like the quilt look in your tote patterns!
Easy pretty. Great size
Well designed pattern and instructions.
Love the detail description for every step of this pattern. I’m learning so much about the right and wrong way to do things. Thank you for your excellent teaching.
Really pleased with the pattern - went shopping for fabric today and excited about getting started on my quilting retreat next week!
I loved making this bag. Took my time and it was gorgeous. I am an experienced bag maker but think some parts of the pattern may be confusing for a beginner. All in all. Loved it and will make another soon
