Sew Better Bags eBook + Frankie Zipper Pattern Bundle

Learn the techniques — then put them into practice.

This bundle pairs the Sew Better Bags eBook with the Frankie Pouch Pattern — a beginner-friendly combo designed to help you understand why bagmaking techniques work and confidently apply them in a satisfying, approachable project.

✨ The Sew Better Bags eBook teaches you the why.
✨ The Frankie Pouch Pattern helps you sew the how — calmly and confidently.

If zippers have ever felt intimidating, this bundle was made with you in mind.

🧵 What’s Included

📘 Sew Better Bags eBook (30 pages)

A confidence-boosting digital guide that breaks down the techniques behind polished, professional-looking bags — all on a basic domestic sewing machine.

Inside, you’ll learn:

• How to choose and layer interfacing for structure that lasts
  (includes the 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, clean corners
• My simple tapered-seam trick for linings that fit — not sag
• Stitch length and thread tips for polished results
• A complete Bagmaker’s Supply Chart with trusted sources in the U.S. + Canada

✨ A $47 USD value, included in this bundle for one low price.

👜 Frankie Pouch Pattern (Full PDF)

A beginner-friendly zipper pouch pattern designed to help you apply what you’ve learned — without overthinking or complicated steps.

You’ll learn how to:

• Create a patchwork-style exterior with simple construction
• Add structure using interfacing for a clean, supported finish
• Sew a straight, stress-free zipper with zipper tabs
• Finish your pouch with light quilting and boxed corners

Frankie is a quick, satisfying project that builds real zipper confidence and gives you techniques you’ll use again and again.

💡 Why You’ll Love This Bundle

• Learn essential bagmaking techniques and apply them right away
• Designed for domestic sewing machines — no fancy upgrades required
• Clear, detailed instructions with color photos
• A calm, confidence-building approach to sewing zippers
• Professional-looking results you’ll genuinely feel proud of

🧷 Bundle Details

• Digital download — instant access after checkout
• Includes Sew Better Bags eBook (PDF) + Frankie Pouch Pattern (PDF)
• Step-by-step written instructions
• Cut-and-measure pattern (no templates required)
• 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

Want support or love sharing your progress?
Join the Be Mandy Things Facebook Maker 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.

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