GO! Mia Crossbody Bag-2-Die Set by Sallie Tomato: One Die Set, 4 Ways to Wear It

Some bag patterns develop a following for good reason. The Mia by Sallie Tomato is one of them, a structured, versatile crossbody that looks boutique-finished and sews together with nothing but straight seams. The GO! Mia Crossbody Bag-2-Die Set brings it fully into the AccuQuilt system, with every piece on the die, screen-printed and labeled, seam allowances and boxed corners included. Fat quarter-friendly and fast to make, it’s the kind of project that works as well for craft fairs and gift-giving as it does for your own everyday use. No measuring. No hand cutting. Just pick your materials and start making.

Four Ways to Wear It

The Mia is designed with strap flexibility built in. The same bag becomes four different accessories depending on how you configure it:

  • Crossbody bag: Full-length strap worn across the body
  • Shoulder bag: Shorter strap for a classic over-the-shoulder carry
  • Handbag: Even shorter strap, carried at the elbow
  • Clutch: No strap, carried in hand

That range of options makes the Mia an exceptionally giftable project. Make one bag, adjust the strap, and you have something that suits almost anyone.

What’s on the GO! Mia Crossbody Bag 2-Die Set?

The 2-die set includes every piece needed to cut the complete Mia bag, no hand cutting required. Pieces are screen-printed and labeled on the die boards to keep you organized as you cut. Highlights:

  • All bag pieces included across both die boards
  • Bottom pieces are pre-cut for the easiest boxed corners possible, no measuring or trimming
  • Screen-printed piece labels eliminate guesswork
  • All seams in the finished bag are straight, no curves to navigate
  • Compatible with the GO!, GO! Bolt and GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutters
  • Requires a 10” x 24” cutting mat

What Materials Can You Use?

One of the biggest advantages of the GO! Mia die set is material flexibility. GO! Dies cut anything scissors can cut, which opens a wide range of bag-making materials beyond standard quilting cotton:

  • Cotton: Great for the body of the bag and lining; cut up to 6 layers at a time.
  • Quilted cotton: Adds structure and texture; cut 1 layer at a time.
  • Cork: A no-fray natural choice, especially strong for straps and bottom panels; cut 1 layer at a time.
  • Faux leather: Polished, durable, no-fray; cut 1 layer at a time.
  • Denim: Sturdy and casual; cut 1 layer at a time.
  • Vinyl: Water-resistant and bold; cut 1 layer at a time.
  • Kraftex: Durable paper-based fabric with a leather-like finish, not edge finishing required; cut 1 layer at a time.

For straps and bag bottoms, no-fray materials like cork, faux leather or vinyl are especially practical choices as they hold their shape and don’t require finishing at the edges. Cotton works well for the bag body and is the best choice for the lining.

The lined construction gives every Mia bag a professional, polished finish regardless of the outer material you choose.

Hardware You’ll Need

A few hardware pieces are required to complete the Mia bag. These can be purchased individually or as part of the Sallie Tomato Style 3 Basic Hardware Kit, which includes:

  • (2) ¾” D-rings
  • (2) ¾” swivel hooks
  • (1) ¾” slider buckle

Optional: add (2) small rivets to reinforce the strap attachment points. Sallie Tomato hardware is available online and through many quilt shops in a variety of finishes.

Step-by-Step Video Tutorial

A complete video tutorial walks you through every step of assembling the GO! Mia bag, from cutting through finishing. If you’ve never made a bag before, this is your guide.

The Mia Pattern by Sallie Tomato

The Sallie Tomato Mia pattern is one of their bestsellers for good reason. It’s detailed, well-written and designed to take you from first cut to finished bag with confidence. The GO! Mia 2-Die Set and the Mia pattern are designed to work together. Check the product page for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions About the GO! Mia Crossbody Bag Die Set

I’ve never made a bag before. Can I make this?

Yes! The die set cuts every piece accurately so there’s no measuring or freehand cutting involved. All seams in the bag are straight, and the pattern is fat quarter-friendly (FQF), so you can use fabric you already have on hand. The Sallie Tomato pattern is detailed and beginner-friendly, and a complete step-by-step video tutorial walks you through the full construction process from start to finish.

What GO! cutters work with the GO! Mia 2-Die Set?

The GO! Mia Crossbody Bag 2-Die Set is compatible with the GO!, GO! Bolt and GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutters. A 10” x 24” cutting mat is required.

What hardware do I need to make the Mia bag?

You’ll need (2) ¾” D-rings, (2) ¾” swivel hooks and (1) ¾” slider buckle. These are available individually or as the Sallie Tomato Style 3 Basic Hardware Kit. A full hardware list is included with the Mia pattern. Optional: (2) small rivets to reinforce the strap attachment points.

What materials are best for making the Mia bag?

For the bag body, quilting cotton, quilted cotton, denim, vinyl or faux leather all work well. For straps and the bag bottom, no-fray materials like cork, faux leather or vinyl are especially practical because they hold their shape without edge finishing. Cotton is the best choice for the lining. GO! Dies cut all of these materials cleanly in a single pass.

Do I need to cut anything by hand?

No. Every piece needed for the Mia bag is included on the 2-die set. The die boards are screen-printed and labeled so you can identify each piece as you cut. Nothing is left to measure or cut by hand.

Does the bag have curved seams?

No. All seams in the GO! Mia bag are straight, making this a very manageable project for sewists at any experience level.

Where can I find the Sallie Tomato hardware?

Sallie Tomato hardware is available online and through many quilt shops in a variety of finishes. Check the Sallie Tomato website or your local quilt shop for current stock and finish options.

Can I make this bag in cork or faux leather?

Yes. GO! Dies cut cork, faux leather, vinyl and a wide range of non-fabric materials cleanly and accurately—no special blade or settings required. These materials are especially well-suited for the strap and bottom panel of the bag, where a no-fray edge is a practical advantage.

Start Making Bags

The GO! Mia Crossbody Bag—2-Die Set by Sallie Tomato is available at accuquilt.live and at your local AccuQuilt retailer. Whether you’re making one for yourself, as a gift or for a craft sale, the Mia is a project worth having in your rotation.

Share your finished bags with AccuQuilt on social media or in the Under the Needle with AccuQuilt Facebook group. We love seeing the material combinations quilters and sewists come up with.