Learn the techniques and put them into practice. This bundle pairs the Sew Better Bags eBook with the Sunset 2.0 Pouch Pattern — your perfect beginner-friendly combo for building confidence and sewing professional-quality bags on a basic machine.
✨ The Sew Better Bags eBook teaches you the “why.” The Sunset 2.0 Pattern helps you sew the “how.”
🧵 What’s Included
📘 Sew Better Bags eBook (30 pages) A confidence-boosting digital guide that walks you through the techniques and small details behind professional-looking bags — all on a basic domestic machine.
Inside, you’ll learn:
How to choose and layer interfacing for structure that lasts (now with an expanded Interfacing Guide + Cheat Sheet)
Which needles and threads work best for cotton, canvas, cork, and faux leather
How to grade seams and reduce bulk for crisp, smooth corners
My simple tapered-seam trick for linings that fit perfectly — not saggy
Stitch length and thread tips for polished, professional results
A complete Bagmaker’s Supply Chart with trusted sources across the U.S. + Canada
✨ A $47 USD value, included in this bundle for one low price.
👜 Sunset 2.0 Pouch Pattern (Full PDF) A quick, practical project that helps you apply what you’ve learned from the eBook. You’ll learn how to:
Sew a smooth, straight zipper (no wavy seams!)
Box corners for a structured, professional shape
Create crisp zipper tabs that don’t disappear into seams
Apply my interfacing trio for a firm yet flexible finish
Perfect for beginners ready to build zipper confidence — or anyone wanting a “small but mighty” make to showcase new skills.
💡 Why You’ll Love It
Learn essential bagmaking techniques and apply them right away
Works on any domestic sewing machine (no fancy upgrades required)
Clear, detailed instructions and color photos
Professional-looking results you’ll actually feel proud of
🧷 Bundle Details
Digital download — instant access after checkout
Includes Sew Better Bags eBook (PDF) + Sunset 2.0 Pouch Pattern (PDF)
Step-by-step written instructions
Cut-and-measure pattern (1 template provided for exterior front)
For personal use and small handmade sales only
🧵 Skill Level
Beginner – Confident Beginner If you can sew a straight line, you can make this!
💬 Join the Community
Need support or want to share your progress? Join the Be Mandy Things Sewing Pattern Facebook Group for tutorials, tips, and encouragement from other bagmakers.
🔒 Terms of Use
This digital sewing pattern and eBook are for personal use and small handmade sales only. You may sell finished items made using this pattern on a limited scale (such as markets or Etsy). Commercial production, duplication, or teaching directly from these materials is not permitted.
Please credit Be Mandy Things as the pattern designer when sharing or selling finished items. These files may not be copied, distributed, or used in group instruction without written permission. For group licensing inquiries, contact amanda@bemandythings.com.
I just want to give a shout out to Be Mandy Things! First of all her patterns are beautiful and have very explicit step by step instructions on how to complete these beautiful designs. I had an issue that my email was not accepting the links for the patterns that I had purchased, and she personally reached out to me and patiently worked with me until everything was straightened out and I was able to receive the links for the patterns. I can't wait to start creating these beautiful items, and I know Be Mandy Things will be there if I have questions along the way. Looking forward to a long relationship with this company-thank you Be Mandy Things!
Perfect purse w handle size. Style for casual or elegant with fabric choice.
Just adorable and the perfect size and style for casual or elegant depending on the material you use to create this great design. I highly recommend this pattern. TYSVM!
