Author Archives: Aimee

Heavy Hauler Backpack Hack

Heavy Hauler Backpack Hack - Andrie Designs

Sometimes when you are carrying a tote bag, you just wish it had backpack straps as well! Well, you are in luck! We’ve put together a quick and easy post that’s directly linked to the recently released Heavy Hauler Tote Bag pattern (though it can be adapted for many other patterns as well of course!). […]

Heavy Hauler Crossbody Strap

Heavy Hauler Crossbody Strap - Andrie Designs

Sometimes when carrying a tote bag, you just wish it had a crossbody strap! Well, you are in luck! We’ve put together a quick and easy post that’s directly linked to the recently re-released Heavy Hauler Bag Tote pattern (though it can be adapted for many other patterns as well of course!). Enjoy!  To make […]

Crafters Tote – Binding Hack

Crafters Tote Binding Hack - Andrie Designs

Hey bag makers! We are SUPER excited to share this hack with you following the release of our brand new pattern, the Crafters Tote! We know some of you aren’t that keen on binding so we were beyond excited when one of our talented testers, Tracy from Tracy Fitzgerald Designs & Creations, asked if she […]

Bag Bundle Sale 2023

Bag Bundle Image - Andrie Designs

The team at Sew Modern Bags has put together an unbelievable bundle offer featuring some of your most loved pattern designers and that includes us! This bundle is perfect for those who love to sew bags, totes, backpacks, wallets, even clutches and wristlets! It’s the perfect time to treat yourself and get ahead of your […]

Our Favourite Foundation Paper Piecing Patterns

Our Favourite Foundation Paper Piecing Patterns - Andrie Designs

Hey bag makers! Today we have a fun round-up for patterns you can use with your Andrie Designs creations! When we launched the Made for Me Sewing Machine Cover in 2017, many of our testers (and Lisa) used quilt blocks on the cover. We are often asked where we got those patterns so today we […]

Sew Compleat Recessed Zipper

Sew Compleat Recessed Zipper - Andrie Designs

Hey bag makers! I’m so excited to share this hack with you because I LOVE ZIPPERS! The great thing about adding a zipper to the top of your Sew Compleat Shoulder Tote is that it keeps everything contained inside! Not familiar with the Sew Compleat Shoulder Tote bag pattern? Not to worry! You can find it […]

Bag Making Tips and Tricks Round-Up

Bag Making Tips and Tricks Round-Up - Andrie Designs

Hey bag makers! We have a big round-up for you today! Did you know that we have over 360 posts on our blog? That’s an incredible number! With that in mind, it can often be hard to find the tutorial or tip to find when you are sewing up a bag. Today we are rounding […]