Tag Archives: sewing pattern

Beginner Bag Building Basics – Part 1

Andrie Designs - Beginner Bag Building Basics Part 1

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 […]

Installing a Key Hook Strap

Andrie Designs - Installing a Key Hook Strap

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 […]

Fake (Copied) Sewing Patterns

Andrie Designs - Fake (Copied) Sewing Patterns

Hi bag makers! Fake sewing patterns are becoming more common online — and if you don’t know what to look for, it’s surprisingly easy to get caught out. In this video, we’ll walk through how to spot counterfeit or copied sewing patterns so you can avoid wasting your time and money. From overly perfect listing […]

Trimming Seams in Bag Making

Andrie Designs - Trimming Seams

Hi bag makers! Learn how to trim seams the right way for clean, professional-looking bag projects. In this detailed tutorial, we’ll walk you through four common seam situations and show you exactly how we trim each one — including which tools we prefer and why. Whether you’re working with standard seams, bulky structure layers, turn […]

Everyday Chic Laptop Bag

Andrie Designs - Everyday Chic Laptop Bag

Hi all and welcome to our latest pattern release, this time for the Everyday Chic Laptop Bag! This feminine laptop bag features beautiful, soft curves and is a perfect size for most laptops and accessories. With two inner zipper pockets and a foam-lined divider pocket, there is space for your laptop, tablet, charging cables, mouse, and more! […]

Attaching a Simple Shoulder Strap to a Bag

Andrie Designs - Attaching a Simple Shoulder Strap to a Bag

Hi bag makers! Learn how to attach a simple shoulder strap to your bag with a clean, secure, and professional finish! In this step-by-step sewing tutorial, I’ll show you how to position your strap correctly, stitch it in place with confidence, and trim the threads for a tidy finish. This method works perfectly for handmade […]

Favourite Sewing Tools – Part 2

Andrie Designs - Favourite Sewing Tools Part 2

Hi bag makers! Some sewing tools quietly do a LOT of heavy lifting — and these are the ones I reach for again and again. In this video, I’m sharing my favourite sewing tools that I actually use when making bags, and why they’ve earned a permanent spot in my sewing space. This is Part […]