Gigi Bag Pattern by Sallie Tomato

Name: Gigi Bag Pattern by Sallie Tomato
Brand: Curated by QuiltingJoyPDX
Price: 6.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$6.00

By Curated by QuiltingJoyPDX

This bag is an adorably small crossbody purse or wrist bag. It's a quick project to sew and an easy way to master the mini-handbag trend. Toss one on with your favorite athleisure outfit for errands, or carry it with you on your next night out. You’ll love this bag's lightweight, hands-free design while on the go.

See the material list in the second photo for quilt requirements.

No fabric is included in this pattern.

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Gigi Bag Pattern by Sallie Tomato

My Story

I grew up in Hawaii, where I was always captivated by the bold, two‑color Hawaiian quilts. My mother insisted that all her daughters take sewing classes the summer after sixth grade — a skill that served us well through high school. Money was tight, but sewing allowed me to make my own prom dresses and school clothes, and that sense of creativity and independence never left me.

In the 1990s, I discovered a picture of a Grandmother’s Flower Garden quilt in a library book, and that moment sparked my lifelong love of quilting. I began collecting books and fabric, though I didn’t complete my first quilt until around 2010 — a special one for my dad.

Between raising my children and working full‑time, quilting often had to wait. But when my sons left for college and the world slowed down during Covid, I returned to my decades‑old Grandmother’s Flower Garden project. As I stitched, I noticed my seams were uneven, which inspired me to design a notched template — now called the Plexi‑Hexi™. That simple idea led to my Etsy shop and eventually to this new chapter: QuiltingJoyPDX.

I still consider myself a confident beginner, always learning new techniques (thank goodness for YouTube!). My shop continues to evolve, and I’m focusing on beginner‑friendly quilts and tools that make quilting approachable and fun.

In a couple of years, I’ll retire from my “day job” and spend my days surrounded by fabric, color, and creativity — something I’m truly looking forward to.
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