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Confident Beginner Sewing Pattern | Fat Quarter Friendly | Domestic Machine Approved
✨ This is a digital PDF sewing pattern available for instant download after purchase. No physical product will be shipped. All sales are final—no refunds or exchanges.
Sew a stylish and functional everyday tote with the Joanna Tote Bag Pattern—a confident beginner sewing project perfect for cotton, cork, waxed canvas, or vinyl. This tote bag is fat quarter friendly, domestic machine approved, and includes professional details like three interior slip pockets, a magnetic snap closure, and optional DIY or premade bag straps in 3 different widths for a polished finish.
Whether you're dipping your toe into bagmaking or ready to move beyond pouches, this pattern makes it easy to create a modern, store-bought-looking tote from your own sewing space.
P.S. Want to get even better results? The Joanna Tote pairs perfectly with the Sew Better Bags eBook—a beginner-friendly guide packed with interfacing tips, material cheat sheets, and professional finishing tricks that make your bag look anything but homemade.
Q: Is this a physical pattern?
A: No. This is a digital PDF pattern. Nothing physical will be mailed.
Q: What sewing level is this for?
A: Confident beginners who have sewn a few projects and are ready to expand their skills.
Q: Can I sew this with cork or vinyl?
A: Yes! The pattern includes tips for sewing with cork, faux leather, or waxed canvas on a regular home sewing machine.
Q: Are printable pattern pieces included?
A: No. This is a cut-and-measure pattern using a rotary cutter and ruler—no printing required.
Q: Can I sell bags made from this pattern?
A: Yes, you may sell finished bags made using this pattern on a small, handmade scale. Please credit Be Mandy Things as the designer.
Q: Can I teach this pattern in a class or workshop?
A: Only with permission. To use this pattern for teaching purposes, you must be a certified Be Mandy Things Instructor and obtain written approval. Each student must purchase their own pattern license. Contact us for instructor inquiries.
This sewing pattern is for personal use and limited handmade small business sales only.
You may sell finished items created from this pattern on a small scale (e.g., craft fairs, Etsy, etc.). Commercial production is not allowed.
You may not copy, redistribute, or share this pattern in digital or printed form.
Use in classroom, workshop, or group settings is prohibited without prior written consent from Be Mandy Things. Instructors must be certified and obtain permission to teach this pattern. Each student must purchase their own licensed copy.
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The Joanna Tote Pattern + Sew Better Bags eBook is a powerful duo to help you confidently sew a polished, professional tote—even on your basic home machine.
I’ve made two of these (so far) and have many more planned!
This was a nice, straight forward, relatively simple design and the directions were great!
This pattern is sew easy to make, I’m in love with the beginner friendlyness of it and I’ve been able to increase my skill levels working with different materials.
The pattern is great! I’m in the process of making it, everything is cut and ready to sew. I’ve used the pattern for the inside pocket on the charm tote and it turned out perfect!
Have not had a chance to look yet
Love it
I can’t express how helpful Mandy is… she replied quickly and answers questions without hesitation .. I LOVE my ebook and pattern .. I’m new to bag making and I’m so grateful for the wealth of knowledge included in this ebook…. Can’t wait to learn more from you xox
Thank you for creating this .. it’s perfect 🤩
Julie xo
Reading it makes it look easy!
Due to illness I could not make one yet.
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.
I can't wait to start making the Easy Charm Tote. My machine is currently in the shop getting a tune up. This will be my first tote and after reading the entire pattern I know it will be a success!
Great lil pattern. Easy directions.
I love the basket and the pattern was easy to follow!!
Looks very easy. Havent started yet but excited to try it.
Love the pattern so easy and well written,
Really great instructions. So easy to follow. I love this pattern.
The instructions are very well written. I've read them, but have not yet made the item.
Loved it reduced it in size and very happy
This is such a clear and easy pattern with very professional results!! Great for a special present to hold a bottle!!! I have made a few in different fabrics and love them and have added a gift tag to the handle. A fun project which I thoroughly recommend.
I’ve made two of these (so far) and have many more planned!
This was a nice, straight forward, relatively simple design and the directions were great!
Easy to follow directions!! Bag turned out super cute!! 💕
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.
