Made with Love, Stitch by Stitch

Welcome to Pinpins Designs — where every bag tells a story and every stitch carries a piece of my heart.

How It All Began

Four years ago, I lost my beloved dog, Pinpin. He was more than a pet — he was my constant companion, my joy, my heart. When he passed, the grief was overwhelming. To help heal, I did what I'd always known how to do: I picked up a needle and thread and made a quilt.

That quilt changed everything. What started as a way to mend a broken heart became a passion, a purpose, and eventually a business. I named it Pinpins Designs — in honor of the little soul who inspired it all. 🐾

A Lifetime of Sewing

I didn't start sewing four years ago — I've been sewing for most of my life. My grandmother taught me the craft many years ago, passing down not just a skill but a tradition of creating something beautiful with your own two hands. Her lessons live on in every piece I make.

What I Create

From my studio in Palm Springs, California, I handcraft one-of-a-kind tote bags and quilts that are as unique as the people who carry them. Each piece features intricate embroidery, carefully chosen fabrics, and scenes that tell a story — from pandas in a bamboo sanctuary to the mysteries of ancient Egypt to blooming floral gardens.

No two pieces are ever exactly alike. When you own a Pinpins Designs piece, you own something truly one of a kind.

Made with Heart

Every bag and quilt I create is a labor of love — hours of careful handwork, premium fabrics, and the kind of attention to detail that only comes from someone who truly cares. I pour my heart into every piece, just as my grandmother taught me, and just as Pinpin inspired me to do.

Thank you for being here. Thank you for supporting handmade. And thank you for keeping Pinpin's memory alive. 🐾💙

— Gilbert Hernandez, Pinpins Designs | Palm Springs, CA