Homespun E9 | Jessica Barrera

In this episode of Homespun, join Misty Doan as she chats with bag and tote designer Jessica Barrera, founder of Sallie Tomato! In Misty’s friendly interviews with designers, makers, and influencers in the world of fabric and fiber arts, you’ll meet the people who have a hand in creating the items that inspire you and spark your creative fire! Hear their stories, learn their processes, share in their joys and challenges, and see their creations. Be sure to follow Homespun to catch all of Misty’s interviews with special guests!
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[@debmac53]

I love your work! And I love how you balance work and family! You are an inspiration! 😍

[@debthill8285]

Pretty cool that she worked at Nancy’s Notions…I sure do miss Nancy

[@GradMus1c]

You've given me a boost of confidence to tackle a bag pattern. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@laritapope1982]

Wow! What an amazing young woman!

[@budoneof15]

Great interview Misty. Sally Tomato has great patterns.

[@vickyadams3007]

Would love to see the dog bed, the tote bag, the prom dress and the wedding dress❤.

[@reneek162]

Its the Puppy PIllow pattern on her website. That is her little Puppy Buddy that lived 17 years. He was the inspiration for the pattern.

[@dianajones8598]

I enjoyed this interview with this young lady. God bless you.! Very informative.! I love the name of her company; it suits her personality.!🎉❤😊 Thank you, Misty for introducing us to "Sally Tomato" 🍅 and Jessica Barrera 😊🎉❤🎉❤

[@debbiebraatz1919]

Shopped at Nancy’s often. Not really a bag maker but had a request from 2 grandchildren going to Universal Studios so they needed an over the shoulder bag to carry their wands! Having no pattern but a picture I went to the local quilt store and they helped me find all the clips and rings I needed to make the bags! Thanks for your product line ❤

[@SheridaMcMann]

Thank you. Loved this interview. Jess, I have several of your pattern waiting for me and have made 2 Mia bags. One from a kit AND your kits are Amazing! And one custom for my sister, with product I had. I increased the size, added a full front slip pocket in front and pocket inside. I think your kits make great gifts for fellow sewists. Thanks again to both of you as I do love my MSQC family!

[@vanceandbonnieneuberger8881]

I made my own prom dress; and also my sister’s. My wedding dress also.

[@jenniferbergeron164]

I love Sally Tomato! And Misty- who knows, your kiddo could be the next Giucy Giuce!

[@babszollak2512]

Misty you did a wonderful interview. Very on point and insightful questions. Jessica, you were lovely and generously answered all the questions completely and thoughtfully. It would have been fun to see some of her designs or patterns.

[@pauletteliddell2923]

Enjoyed you video. Looking forward to seeing more. Stay safe. 💜💜🤗🤗

[@joanmcfadyen]

Love Jess and Sallie Tomato, a local Wisconsin gal!!!❤

[@MissouriQuiltCo]

She's the absolute best we just totally adore her!

[@susanvoth5831]

I enjoy these conversations with crafty people. I’m wondering if you might consider interviewing yourself Misty? We (your audience of crafters) would certainly like to hear how you stepped into the quilting/crafting world.

[@sheiladove1718]

So fun!!!!

[@dianecarlson2918]

I would like to see the dog bed too

[@michellebusta3507]

Hi from Independence Missouri

[@sharonmeier7688]

Misty, WOW you look so beautiful today, I keep looking at you. You must all ways wear makeup !!!

[@lindagivvin2235]

I would like to know the name of the quilt pattern on your set. It is so pretty.

[@susanward8895]

I want to know as well!!

[@vickyadams3007]

Please send me the link to SALLY TOMATOS COMPANY......❤ GREAT VIDEO!❤❤❤

[@maryschiff9580]

I would love to know where the inspiration for the business name, Sally Tomato, came from. Anyone know? 🙂

[@kimberlyg7852]

Sallie Tomato is a character in the movie "Breakfast at Tiffany's". A lot of her bags are names of movie stars and character names.

[@reneek162]

Sallie is her middle name and the tomato is the sewing pincusion -

[@vickyadams3007]

The wedding dress might came from a surbŕiber..