Hi bag makers, welcome back! This week, we’re featuring the second bag in the Quilt Me A Bag series – the Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote pattern! Not familiar with the Classic Carryall Handbag & Tote? You can find the PDF Pattern in the shop here and the Comprehensive Video Class here! For this design, […]
Hi bag makers! Today we have the next video in our new series of free, FULL LENGTH courses on how to create and install many popular aspects of bag making, and today it’s all about sewing gussets! Struggling with sewing gussets, especially around curves or with directional fabric? This full-length course is your complete guide […]
Hi bag makers! Welcome back to Quilt Me A Bag 2025! This week, we’re excited to share the very first bag in the series – the V Pouch! Not familiar with the V Pouch? You can find the PDF Pattern in the shop here and the Comprehensive Video Class here! For the quilting on her […]
Hi bag makers! Today we have the next video in our series that shows you a glimpse behind the scenes here at Andrie Designs! Tired of messy bobbins and mismatched thread spools? In this behind-the-scenes video, I take you inside my sewing room to show you exactly how I organise my thread and bobbin storage […]
Hi bag makers, welcome to Quilt Me A Bag 2025! Back in 2017, we ran the very first Quilt Me A Bag series, showcasing the creativity of quilted bags made with Andrie Designs patterns. And this year… we’re bringing it back for a brand-new edition! Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing four incredible […]
Hi bag makers! Want to customise your zipper overlays for the perfect fit? In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to cut both straight and curved zipper overlays—and how to resize them to suit different pocket widths! Zipper overlays are the perfect way to give your bag a clean, polished finish. Whether you’re working with […]
Hi bag makers! Want a clean, professional finish for your zipper pockets? In this tutorial, I’ll show you exactly how to sew a zipper overlay—perfect for cork, vinyl, leather and more! This method not only looks polished, but also works beautifully if you’re turning your bag through the pocket at the end. Whether you’re new […]