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Everything you need to make a bag that holds its shape, closes cleanly, and looks like it cost more than it did. We carry the complete ByAnnie and Sallie Tomato lines plus hardware, elastic, cork, vinyl, and over 60 bag patterns — all organized by type below.

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Triangle Ring Flat 1-1/2in Nickel Set of Two # HAR15TRNTWO

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Triangle rings are great for attaching handles to purses and bags or other accessories. The design helps avoid twisting and keeps the straps center...

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4 yards of 16mm #4.5 zipper chain and 16 Extra-Large Coordinated Pulls White

ByAnnie
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4 Yards of 16mm #4.5 Zipper Chain with 16 Extra-Large Coordinated Pulls - White From ByAnnie Perfect Zipper Solution for Purses, Bags, and Totes Th...

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Two Slider Buckles 1 1/2 inch Antique - Sallie Tomato

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Two Slider Buckles 1 1/2" - Antique Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS127AT Add adjustable functionality and vintage style to your handmade b...

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Zippy Crossbody Bags Pattern by Sallie Tomato

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Zippy Crossbody Bags Pattern by Sallie Tomato - #LST106 Sew pretty and practical accessories with the Zippy Crossbody Bags Pattern by Sallie Tomat...

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The Morning Post bag Pattern by Sallie Tomato

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The Morning Post Pattern by Sallie Tomato - #LST253 Carry your laptop in style with The Morning Post Pattern by Sallie Tomato! Inspired by the rom...

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Double Slide Blastoff Blue 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Black #5 Nylon Nickel Coil Zippers: 3 Yards With 9 Pulls - Sallie Tomato

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Black #5 Nylon Nickel Coil Zippers: 3 Yards with 9 Pulls by Sallie Tomato - #ZBY5C11 Add style and functionality to your projects with th...

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Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit 1/2in Nickel - Sallie Tomato

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Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit 1/2in - Nickel Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS249S Achieve a clean, professional look with the Level 3 Basic Ha...

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Polypro Webbing 1in x 25yds Pink #PPW1-PINK

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Polypro Webbing 1in x 25yds Pink #PPW1-PINK Poly Propylene webbing great for handles and other strapping needs. 1 inch wide. Great for use with pa...

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Cotton Webbing 40mm Ivory #S106F040-51

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Cotton Webbing 40mm Ivory #S106F040-51 SOLD by the yard 40mm, 100% Cotton webbing. 22 yards per spool. Great for belts, backpacks, tote handles, a...

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Travel Essentials 2.0 Bag Pattern

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Travel Essentials 2.0 – Organizer & Hot Tools Sleeve (Pattern #PBA201-2) Keep must-haves tidy at home or on the road with Travel Essentials...

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Grey Webbing 1-1/2in x 50yd #STWMD-GREY

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Grey Webbing 1-1/2in x 50yd #STWMD-GREY This bright, colorful “strapping” NEW Webbing will be one of your new favorite items to add to your bags, p...

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Two Triangle Rings 1" Nickel # STS185S

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Two Triangle Rings 1" Nickel # STS185S Triangle Rings are the perfect addition to purses, backpacks, handbags and more! Triangle Rings are functi...

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Slider Widemouth 1-1/2in Nickel Set of Two # HAR15SLNTWO

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Sliders are used for adjustable straps, allowing you to adjust the length of a strap to fit the person carrying the purse or bag. The slider helps...

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Two Triangle Rings 1 1/2" Nickel - Sallie Tomato

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Triangle Rings are the perfect addition to purses, backpacks, handbags and more! Triangle Rings are functional and add a bit of bling to your hand...

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Two Swivel Hooks 1 inch Nickel - Sallie Tomato

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Two Swivel Hooks 1" - Nickel Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS139S Add sleek style and practicality to your handmade bags with Nickel Swivel...

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Four Rectangle Rings 1 inch Gunmetal

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Four Rectangle Rings 1" - Gunmetal Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS111BT Elevate your bag-making projects with Gunmetal Rectangle Rings by Sallie To...

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ByAnnie Lightweight Mesh Fabric Lipstick 18in x 54in

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If you've been avoiding mesh because it slides all over the cutting mat and feeds unevenly through the machine — this one is different. ByAnnie's...

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Double Slide Pewter 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Double Slide Hot Red 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Four Nautical Zipper Pulls Nickel - Sallie Tomato

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Four Nautical Zipper Pulls - Nickel Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS238S Enhance your bag-making projects with the polished look of the Nau...

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ByAnnie Lightweight Mesh Fabric Atomic Red 18in x 54in

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If you've been avoiding mesh because it slides all over the cutting mat and feeds unevenly through the machine — this one is different. ByAnnie's ...

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Double Slide Robbins Egg 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Double Slide Crazy Plum 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit 1/2in Gunmetal - Sallie Tomato

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Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit 1/2in - Gunmetal Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS249B Add a sleek, modern touch to your bag-making projects with...

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Tula Pink Webbing - Pink and Orange 1.5 inch

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1-1/2″ Webbing – Orange with Pink Tula Pink Webbing will accent any bag, purse or craft project with its bold colors and durable weave. Use in pla...

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Renaissance Ribbons Bags Pattern BY ANNIE

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Renaissance Ribbons Bags – Elegant Zipper Pouches in Two Sizes (Pattern #PBA266) Add a touch of luxury to your everyday routine with the Renais...

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Zip It Up 2.0 Purse Pattern

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Zip It Up 2.0 – Flat-Opening Organizer Cases (Pattern #PBA252-2) Stay organized wherever you go with Zip It Up 2.0 from ByAnnie. Available in t...

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Two Triangle Rings 1 1/2" Gunmetal #STS186B

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Two Triangle Rings 1 1/2" Gunmetal #STS186B Triangle Rings are the perfect addition to purses, backpacks, handbags and more! Triangle Rings are fun...

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White #5 Nylon Gold Coil Zippers: 3 Yards With 9 Pulls - Sallie Tomato

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White #5 Nylon Gold Coil Zippers: 3 Yards with 9 Pulls by Sallie Tomato - #ZBY5C2 Elevate your sewing projects with the White #5 Nylon Go...

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Lucky Penny Wallet Pattern by Sallie Tomato

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Lucky Penny Wallet Pattern by Sallie Tomato - #LST115 Create a stylish and compact wallet with the Lucky Penny Wallet Pattern by Sallie T...

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Black #5 Nylon Antique Coil Zippers: 3 Yards With 9 Pulls - Sallie Tomato

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Black #5 Nylon Antique Coil Zippers: 3 Yards with 9 Pulls by Sallie Tomato - #ZBY5C14 Add timeless charm to your projects with the Black ...

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Black #5 Nylon Gunmetal Coil Zippers: 3 Yards With 9 Pulls - Sallie Tomato

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Black #5 Nylon Gunmetal Coil Zippers: 3 Yards with 9 Pulls by Sallie Tomato - #ZBY5C15 Achieve a sleek and contemporary look with the Black #5 Nyl...

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Four Bucket Bag Feet Gunmetal - Sallie Tomato

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Four Bucket Bag Feet - Gunmetal Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS101B Add durability and a sleek finish to your handmade bags with Gunmetal ...

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Pocket Packers bag pattern by Annie

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Pocket Packers #PBA284 bag pattern by Annie A functional and easy to make bag with four styles that feature both zippered mesh and zippered viny...

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Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit 1/2in Antique

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Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit 1/2in - Antique Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS249A The Level 3 Basic Hardware Kit in Antique Finish by Sallie ...

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Black/white #5 Nylon Nickel Coil Zippers - Sallie Tomato

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Black/White #5 Nylon Nickel Coil Zippers: 3 Yards with 9 Pulls by Sallie Tomato - #ZBY5C56 Create bold and stylish designs with the Black/White #5...

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Sophie Hardware Kit Rose Gold - Sallie Tomato

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Sophie Hardware Kit - Rose Gold Finish by Sallie Tomato - #LST172C Add a luxurious touch to your Sophie Crossbody Bag with the Sophie Har...

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24 Large Rivets 13mm Nickel - Sallie Tomato

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24 Large Rivets 13mm - Nickel Finish by Sallie Tomato - #STS147S Add a sleek and professional touch to your handmade bags with Large Nick...

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Black Lite Faux Leather 1/2 Yard - Sallie Tomato

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Black Lite Faux Leather by Sallie Tomato - 1/2 Yard - #HLFL1001 Introducing the Black Lite Faux Leather by Sallie Tomato, a brand-new add...

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Smooth Sailing in Ultraviolet - 1-1/2" Webbing

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Bella Quilt Coat pattern

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Bella Quilt Coat pattern #QE101 The Bella Quilt Coat blends the art of quilting with the functionality of outerwear.This relaxed fit quilted jacket...

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Double Slide Apple Green 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Double Slide Pale Pink 30in Handbag Zipper | ByAnnie

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30in Double Slide Handbag Zipper is perfect for purses, totes and bags. The 4.5 nylon coil is strong and durable zip after zip and the wide zipper ...

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Base Stablizer 6in x 14-3/4in #BS120

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Add support to the base of your ByAnnie project using this sturdy clear acrylic stabilizer.Each base stabilizer insert measures 6in wide x 14-3/4in...

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Travel Duffle Bag 2.1

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Travel Duffle Bag 2.1 – Updated Carry-On Friendly Pattern (PBA203-21) Functional, stylish, and ready for adventure — the Travel Duffle Bag 2.1 ...

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Two Swivel Hooks 1 1/2" Antique # STS180A

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Two Swivel Hooks 1 1/2" Antique # STS180A Swivel hooks are a functional piece of hardware and add a bit of bling to your handmade bags.  You can at...

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Two Triangle Rings 1 1/2" Gold - Sallie Tomato

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Triangle Rings are the perfect addition to purses, backpacks, handbags and more! Triangle Rings are functional and add a bit of bling to your handm...

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What Goes Into a Well-Made Bag

A finished bag has more components than it looks like from the outside. Here's what you're actually working with — and where to find each piece in this collection:

Outer Fabric Quilting cotton, canvas, cork, or vinyl for the exterior — what people see first.
Stabilizer Soft and Stable gives your bag body and structure. Without it, even beautiful fabric goes limp.
Lining Fabric Usually a lighter quilting cotton. Mesh pockets in the lining benefit from fold-over elastic edging.
Zippers Zipper by the yard lets you cut exactly the length you need. Coordinate zipper pulls with your hardware finish.
Hardware D-rings, swivel hooks, and magnetic snaps in matching finishes. Sallie Tomato offers Antique, Gold, Gunmetal, and Nickel.
Straps & Handles Polypro webbing for shoulder straps. Pair with strap adjusters and swivel hooks from the hardware line.
Interfacing Fusible interfacing for pockets and smaller structural elements that don't need the full body of Soft and Stable.
Needles & Thread Denim needles for vinyl and cork. Schmetz Microtex for coated fabrics. Strong polyester or cotton-wrapped polyester thread throughout.

Shopping for a specific pattern? Bring it in to our Naples, Sarasota, or Jupiter store and we'll pull every component it calls for. Most ByAnnie and Sallie Tomato patterns list supplies by product name — we carry the full line so you won't need to substitute.

Choosing a Hardware Finish

Sallie Tomato hardware comes in four finishes — choosing one and staying consistent across all the metal elements in a bag is the detail that makes the difference between a handmade bag and a professional-looking one.

Gold

Warm and classic. Works with warm-toned fabrics — cream, tan, rust, olive, warm navy. The most popular finish for structured totes.

Antique (Brass)

Aged gold with a matte, vintage quality. Pairs beautifully with cork, leather, wax canvas, and any fabric with a heritage or artisan feel.

Gunmetal

Dark grey, slightly industrial. Works with cool-toned fabrics — charcoal, black, deep teal, slate. Reads as modern and understated.

Nickel (Silver)

Bright silver finish. The most versatile for cool-toned and high-contrast fabrics. Classic choice for black and white quilted bags.

Rule of thumb: Pick one finish and use it for every metal element in the bag — rings, hooks, snaps, zipper pulls. Mixing finishes reads as unfinished even when the construction is perfect.

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