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Learn how to make your own handbags and start your own handbag business in this free video clip series.
There are 15 videos in this series:

What kind of schooling is required to start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

What's the importance of a sketch book in starting a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

What are fabric source books and how do you use them when you start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How do you make the handbags you want to sell when you start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How do I sell the sample handbags I make when I start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

What is a line sheet and why do I need one when I start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How do I choose fabrics and start combining colors when I start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How do I explain the design theory behind my handbag business to potential vendors and customers? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How important are order forms and how do they help me when starting a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

What are hang tags and how should I use them when I start a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How important are professional labels and where do I get them when starting a handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How do I source the fabrics for my handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

What is a press book and how do I start one for my new handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How important is a showroom for my handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

How can using a production factory help my handbag business? Learn all this and more in this free video about starting a business.

Being a fashion designer is no small task. You must first be a creative in nature and also have the ability to sew very well. Once you have painstakingly designed all your bags and created them you then must find a way to get them sold and in stores so that the masses are able to purchase them. With this comes a lot of work, time and rejection in some cases. Don't let this get to you if this is what you want for your life. Just take it from this handbag design series.
Are you a fashion designer that needs a bit of help getting your line started? Do you just need a few tips to get you going? Well take a look at this video series. Our expert started her own line of handbags in New York and has been very successful. If your fashion isn't handbags don't worry, these videos can be transposed into any fashion designs you can think of whether it's dresses skirts or blouses. These videos are a great informational tool for any startup designer needing some guidance. Take a gander at these clips and maybe we'll be buying your designs one day soon!
Eileen Duffy Eileen Duffy is a fashion designer in New York City. She is a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, and is a former Ralph Lauren Swimwear designer. She is also the owner of "Eileen P. Duffy Handbags", a popular line of ladies handbags shipped and sold worldwide. For more information you may call (212) 260-3149.dkdk
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