I'm thrilled to welcome Erica from Lavender & Twine, an inspiring bag designer known for her unique patterns and commitment to quality. In this episode, Erica shares her journey into bag-making, how she went from custom work to full-time designing, and the story behind her popular patterns like "Janine."Erica also offers practical tips on pattern testing, choosing high-quality materials like MOA vinyl, and using the Brother PQ1500SL sewing machine for her designs. She shares her favorite inspirations, including retail brands and Pinterest, and dives into her process of prototyping with paper before fabric. Connect with Erica Website - https://lavender-and-twine.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lavenderntwine/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erica.lavenderandtwine/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@lavendertwinepatterns I would love to have YOU as my next guest on the Bag Makers Sew-ciety podcast to arrange a date drop me an email deb@memademakes.co.uk …………………………………………………………. Ways to connect with me - Website - www.memademakes.co.uk Email - deb@memademakes.co.uk. Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/ukbagmakingsewciety Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Memademakes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/deb_memademakes/ Want to get access to exclusive content, behind the scenes, live sew a-longs, skill builders and so much more join The Bag Makers Sew-Ciety Club https://www.memademakes.co.uk/bagmakerssewcietyclub Supporting me and the Channel Buy me a coffee at - https://buymeacoffee.com/bagmakerssewciety never expected but always appreciated!