Ever feel like your sewing machine is holding you back?
Like you need a big fancy upgrade just to sew the bags you really want to make?
I’m Amanda, the bagmaker behind Be Mandy Things—and I’m here to tell you:
You don’t need an industrial machine to sew bags that look store-bought.
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Warped zippers
Tabs that disappear into the seams
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Learn exactly what to use (and what to skip!) to give your bags structure without bulk.
✅ Bagmaker needle guide
Get the 411 on which needle to use, when to size up, and how to sew thick layers without snapping a thing.
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✅ Tips for sewing faux leather, cork, and foam
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You’ve got a basic machine
You’ve dreamed of sewing bags that don’t look homemade
You’re tired of wasting time on blogs and videos that don’t show the full picture
You want a step-by-step plan to make your next bag your best one yet
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💬 Still on the fence?
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I’ve stitched every tip, every photo, and every piece of advice from years of trial, error, and real sewing room experience. This isn’t fluff. This is the guide I wish I had when I started.
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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.
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.
