Hi bag makers! Turn locks are a beautiful way to add a professional finish to your handmade bags, but they can feel intimidating if you’ve never installed one before. In this step-by-step sewing tutorial, we’ll show you exactly how we install both the female and male halves of a turn lock for a neat, secure, […]
Hi bag makers! Add your first real bag features with confidence! Ready to take the next step in your bag-making journey? In this full-length beginner-friendly course, we’ll move beyond foundational techniques and start creating the features that make your projects feel like real bags. This class is designed to help beginner makers build confidence while […]
Hi bag makers! Installing rivets is a great way to add strength and a professional finish to your handmade bags — but only if they’re installed correctly. In this step-by-step sewing tutorial, we’ll show you exactly how we install rivets using two different methods, so you can choose the option that works best for your […]
Hi all and welcome to our exciting pattern release of the Be You Makeup Caddy! Originally designed in 2025 as a heartfelt nod to a dear friend who loves looking and feeling her best, this pattern is a little celebration of confidence, creativity, and being unapologetically you. Designed to be dual purpose, it is a […]
~ Printed sewing patterns are now available for many Andrie Designs patterns! ✂️ ~ Hi bag makers! In this video, we’ll walk you through exactly what’s included in our BRAND NEW printed patterns, compare them to the PDF versions, and help you decide which option might suit your sewing style best. From the resealable packaging […]
Hi bag makers! Build your bag making confidence from the very beginning! If you’re new to bag making (or want to strengthen your foundations), this full-length course is designed to give you early wins and real confidence — no zips, no hardware, just the essential skills every bag maker needs first. We’ll walk through the […]
Hi bag makers! Key hook straps are a small but incredibly practical detail in bag making — but knowing where and when to install them can be confusing if you’ve never done it before. In this step-by-step sewing tutorial, we’ll show you exactly how and where to install a key hook strap while constructing your […]