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Language: All sewing patterns and eBooks are provided in English.
The Frankie Zipper Pouch is a beginner-friendly pattern that helps you finally feel comfortable sewing zippers.
Simple construction, clean finishes and confidence-building skills you'll use again and again. A quick, satisfying make that still teaches solid bagmaking basics.
I wrote it for the beginner I was, who needed someone to spell it all out.
✔️ Beginner-friendly zipper with zipper tabs
✔️ Video help for the zipper steps
✔️ Scrap and mini-charm-pack friendly
✔️ Finished size: 9.5"W × 5"H × 1.5"D
Frankie is also available with the Sew Better Bags eBook, so you can learn the fundamentals behind structure, interfacing and clean finishes and then apply them in a quick, confidence-building project. 👉 View the Frankie + Sew Better Bags Bundle
Frankie is included in the Zipper Confidence Bundle (3 zipper patterns) 👉 View the Zipper Confidence Bundle and the Beginner Bagmaker Bundle (3 essential patterns) 👉 View the Beginner Bagmaker Bundle
Pair it with the Easy Charm Tote for a coordinating patchwork tote + pouch set, or the Kathy Tote for a matching everyday tote and pouch.
Do I need to print anything?
Nope! Frankie is all measure and cut, with nothing to print or tape.
What size is the finished Frankie Pouch?
9.5" wide × 5" tall × 1.5" deep.
Is Frankie a good first zipper project?
Yes! Frankie is Beginner-Friendly. I wrote it for the beginner I was, who needed someone to spell it all out.
Is there video help?
Yes. There are video tutorials for zipper help, like making zipper tabs. They're extra help alongside the written pattern, not a full sew-along.
What will I learn?
Simple patchwork, interfacing for structure, a straight zipper with zipper tabs, light quilting and boxed corners.
What should I make next?
Sunset adds a fitted lining and a crisp shape, and Luna turns your zipper skills into a little handbag.
This listing is for a digital sewing pattern only. No physical item 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.
Great pattern with easy to follow instructions. My pouch turned out so cute!
Great pattern, very well explained and detailed pictures
My little bag turned out pretty cute
Such a fun project! A great way to use up precious beautiful squares. After my first trial pouch, my family and friends want one for their very own!
Great instructions and easy to follow
Haven't used them yet. Saw another lady making them and they looked very cute
I love it! Haven’t made one yet but it’s my next project. Pattern is clear and simple!
Very interestinng
Such a simple pattern for a cute little pouch. Instructions were comprehensive and though I’ve made a few pouches previously some of the finer points explained and made the finished pouch look so much better. Zips, the bane of my life, are really not so hard I’ve found.
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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!
Great pattern with easy to follow instructions. My pouch turned out so cute!
Great pattern, very well explained and detailed pictures
My little bag turned out pretty cute
Such a fun project! A great way to use up precious beautiful squares. After my first trial pouch, my family and friends want one for their very own!
Great instructions and easy to follow
Haven't used them yet. Saw another lady making them and they looked very cute
I love it! Haven’t made one yet but it’s my next project. Pattern is clear and simple!
Very interestinng
Such a simple pattern for a cute little pouch. Instructions were comprehensive and though I’ve made a few pouches previously some of the finer points explained and made the finished pouch look so much better. Zips, the bane of my life, are really not so hard I’ve found.
