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Language: All sewing patterns and eBooks are provided in English.
The Sunset Zipper Pouch is a beginner-friendly pattern to help you finally feel confident sewing zippers.
No wavy seams, saggy linings or disappearing corners. Simple construction, clean finishes and zipper techniques you'll use again and again.
If zipper projects have felt intimidating, Sunset walks you through each step so everything makes sense as you sew.
✔️ Beginner-friendly
✔️ Video for the zipper tab technique
✔️ "Snatched lining" that won't sag
✔️ Finished size: 9.5"W × 4"H × 1.25"D
Sunset is also available as part of a Sew Better Bags Bundle, a great option if you want to understand why bagmaking techniques work and then put them into practice right away.
The bundle pairs the Sew Better Bags eBook with the Sunset Pouch pattern, so you can learn the fundamentals behind structure, interfacing, and clean finishes, and then apply them in a quick, confidence-building project.
Inside the eBook, you'll learn:
👉 View the Sunset + Sew Better Bags Bundle
Sunset is also included in the Zipper Confidence Bundle, a collection of 3 zipper patterns designed to build your skills from simple pouches to elegant accessories.
👉 View the Zipper Confidence Bundle
The Sunset Pouch makes a great companion project alongside:
Perfect for everyday organizing, travel, teacher gifts, swaps, sewing nights, or "one for me, one for them" projects.
Do I need to print anything?
Just one piece, the front panel template. Everything else is measure and cut.
What size is the finished Sunset Pouch?
9.5" wide × 4" tall × 1.25" deep.
What skill level is Sunset?
Beginner-Friendly. If you can sew a straight stitch, you can make this.
Is there video help?
Yes! A video shows my zipper tab technique.
Will my lining sag?
Not with my “snatched lining” technique, which keeps the inside smooth.
What fabrics can I use?
Quilting cotton, canvas, faux leather or cork.
What should I make next?
Luna uses the same front-panel shape for a mini handbag or wristlet.
Need support or want to share your makes?
Join the Be Mandy Things Maker Group for tutorials, tips, and encouragement from other bagmakers.
This listing is for a digital sewing pattern only.
No physical item will be shipped.
© 2026 Be Mandy Things. All rights reserved.
This pattern is for personal use and small handmade sales only. Handmade items made using this pattern may be sold on a small, handmade scale (such as markets or Etsy). Please credit Be Mandy Things as the designer when sharing or selling finished items.
This pattern may not be copied, shared, reproduced, or distributed in any form, including digitally, without written permission from the designer. This pattern may only be taught by Amanda (Be Mandy Things) or a certified Be Mandy Things instructor.
Turned out so cute!
Great little pattern and fun to make!
Easy to make and great instructions
thanks for the great pattern!
Clear instructions with pictures! Yay! Especially liked that the cutting dimensions the SA were listed.
I had a question & it was answered almost immediately. I am inspired to become a better bag maker! Thank you!
Wonderful pouch with clear instructions and lots of amazing tips. After the holiday crazies, I am taking it slow on this one to concentrate on all the suggestions instead of typically rushing thru some projects. The visuals are terrific also especially for us “visual learners”
Looking forward to enjoying each step of the process.
Terry
Easy to follow and takes the scary out of zippers.
I have not started this project yet. But I looked through the pattern and I can see many important tips to make this pouch.
Cute bag! I'm learning zippers so this will be double challenging for me.
Brilliantly easy pattern to follow suitable for all sewists. I had problems downloading the patterns but I asked for them to be sent a differentfile type and hey presto very very quickly I got the patterns through. I’ll be sticking to the patterns here and Debbie Shores- can’t fail.
Replied to my issue very quickly which I very much appreciated. Items were as described. Honest and upfront about things I was purchasing.. I feel this is a great small business.
cute little pouch
Directions are very easy to follow
Super cute and easy to make
Anxious to make the pouch
Anxious to make the pouch
Easy to understand for beginners!
Easy to follow and great design
I am teaching my granddaughter to sew and thought I would surprise her with a pattern fsor us to do together. Thank You for a great pattern.
Excellent pattern very easy to follow .
Lovely pouch, easy sew, great pattern
I will use it!!
Fun and easy to follow pattern.
Thank you so much. I am a "beginner" sewer and really appreciate the step by step instructions with paying! As stated I am a beginner and being able to have step by step instructions is very helpful. Hopefully I will keep improving and will purchase more of your patterns.
Great lil pattern. Easy directions.
Looks very easy. Havent started yet but excited to try it.
Love the pattern so easy and well written,
The instructions are very well written. I've read them, but have not yet made the item.
Thanks you for this pattern. I haven't had chance to try it yet, but a quick perusal indicates that it will be a handy little project with very clear instructions. Look forward to making several of these pouches in the near future.
Very easy for beginners. I am obsessed with making these now. I can't stop!!!
An eye catching design and scrap friendly.
Great scrap buster. Nice size.
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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!
Turned out so cute!
Great little pattern and fun to make!
Easy to make and great instructions
thanks for the great pattern!
Clear instructions with pictures! Yay! Especially liked that the cutting dimensions the SA were listed.
I had a question & it was answered almost immediately. I am inspired to become a better bag maker! Thank you!
Wonderful pouch with clear instructions and lots of amazing tips. After the holiday crazies, I am taking it slow on this one to concentrate on all the suggestions instead of typically rushing thru some projects. The visuals are terrific also especially for us “visual learners”
Looking forward to enjoying each step of the process.
Terry
Easy to follow and takes the scary out of zippers.
I have not started this project yet. But I looked through the pattern and I can see many important tips to make this pouch.
Cute bag! I'm learning zippers so this will be double challenging for me.
Brilliantly easy pattern to follow suitable for all sewists. I had problems downloading the patterns but I asked for them to be sent a differentfile type and hey presto very very quickly I got the patterns through. I’ll be sticking to the patterns here and Debbie Shores- can’t fail.
Replied to my issue very quickly which I very much appreciated. Items were as described. Honest and upfront about things I was purchasing.. I feel this is a great small business.
cute little pouch
Directions are very easy to follow
Super cute and easy to make
Anxious to make the pouch
Anxious to make the pouch
Easy to understand for beginners!
Easy to follow and great design
I am teaching my granddaughter to sew and thought I would surprise her with a pattern fsor us to do together. Thank You for a great pattern.
Excellent pattern very easy to follow .
Lovely pouch, easy sew, great pattern
I will use it!!
Fun and easy to follow pattern.
Thank you so much. I am a "beginner" sewer and really appreciate the step by step instructions with paying! As stated I am a beginner and being able to have step by step instructions is very helpful. Hopefully I will keep improving and will purchase more of your patterns.
Great lil pattern. Easy directions.
Looks very easy. Havent started yet but excited to try it.
Love the pattern so easy and well written,
The instructions are very well written. I've read them, but have not yet made the item.
Thanks you for this pattern. I haven't had chance to try it yet, but a quick perusal indicates that it will be a handy little project with very clear instructions. Look forward to making several of these pouches in the near future.
Very easy for beginners. I am obsessed with making these now. I can't stop!!!
An eye catching design and scrap friendly.
Great scrap buster. Nice size.
