Andrea's Process:

I love working with leather for its natural feel, soothing scent, and ability to mold to the skin. I add my unique touch by hand-painting portraits, flowers, or animal motifs on white or nude leather, then coating them with lacquer for durability. Each painted bag is one-of-a-kind, signed and numbered for authenticity. I also create 3D designs with soft leather petals, often featuring braided or woven details for a chic, elegant look. Each bag begins with a single concept, evolving from sketch to sewing pattern to finished piece. Finding the right leather for every design is an important part of the process, and I invest time in ensuring it matches the vision. Depending on the complexity, the creation of each bag takes anywhere from 8 to 20 days. This involves everything from crafting the 3D sketch, cutting out leather pieces, thinning edges, gluing, and stitching, to adding intricate details. Every step is meticulously carried out to ensure that each piece is as unique as the person who will carry it.