Williams Handmade reviews

16 Apr 24'

Emma reviewed: Half day leather clutch bag / ipad case

"I attended the half day clutch bag workshop and it was absolutely wonderful! Sarah is a delight, the studio is fabulous and I was overjoyed with my creation. I can't believe I made it really. Can't wait to make something else now. Super session!"

24 Mar 24'

Tim Whitbread reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"I had a great time on the 1-day handbag workshop. I had never worked with leather before but Sarah was an excellent tutor and the small group size meant that there was always help at hand. The lunch included in the price was excellent and the tea/coffee/squash was always on tap. What was really nice was the completely free choice of pattern, leather and hardware to enable you to make a truly unique bag. An excellent workshop with an extremely professional tutor!"

25 Feb 24'

Stevenglich reviewed: Two day leather bag making course

"Thanks, I've been looking for this for a long time"

17 Feb 24'

Clare reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"I had a really excellent experience as a complete newbie on this leather bag workshop. Sarah was informative and helpful, guiding us through the process. I love my bag!"

13 Feb 24'

Alex Smith reviewed: Two day leather bag making course

"I did the 2 day bag-making workshop with Sarah. It was a wonderful course where I made the most beautiful bag that I'm so proud of. I was able to choose the design and then make some modifications so it was completely bespoke. I am completely hooked on leather craft now and just want to learn more so I can create more beautiful things for myself and gifts for friends and family. Sarah is a great instructor, she's calm, patient and explains things clearly. The days were full and well structured with a lovely lunch provided on both days. We were busy from 9.30am to 5pm both days which goes to show how much work is involved and how much Sarah has managed to pack into the sessions. I have no hesitation in recommending Sarah's courses to anyone who wants to try working with leather. I had such an enjoyable time."

11 Feb 24'

Tracey Stevenson reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Fantastic class with expert tuition, help and guidance! Nothing was too much trouble! Totally enjoyable day and highly recommend! Hope to book the day bag making class as soon as schedules allow x"

7 Feb 24'

Mike reviewed: Leather Belt Group Workshop - Half Day

"Wonderful course. Great teacher in Sarah and the course is paced to student's needs beautifully. Time taken to answer questions and go back over things where needed. Great workshop in a fabulous location. Really enjoyed this course. "

19 Jan 24'

Sally F reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"I really enjoyed this course. Sarah was really welcoming, explained and demonstrated everything clearly and helped and supported us throughout. I came away with some beautiful products - can’t believe I made them myself, never having worked with leather before. Highly recommend."

16 Jan 24'

Debbie Allen reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"A superb experience and thoroughly enjoyable day. I learnt so many new skills including cutting, burnishing and saddle-stitching. I arrived with very little knowledge of working with leather but left with a beautiful bag, which I love and feel very proud of! I would highly recommend this workshop as Sarah’s warm, friendly approach made this a fun, informative and very productive day. "

24 Oct 23'

Mark Willetts reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"I bought this course for my wife for her birthday. She had a fabulous day, met some lovely people. Sarah was a great and patient teacher. My wife came away with a bag unique to her and was so very pleased. Would fully recommend to anybody who fancies having a go. "

30 Jul 23'

Stephen Roberts reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"I left at the end of the day with a completed bag having learnt all the requisite techniques. The course fulfilled all my expectations. The workshop was very well suited and well equipped, Sarah was knowledgeable, patient and willing to aid where required. The other course participants were an absolute delight as well. A thoroughly enjoyable day."

30 Jul 23'

Sue Barrass reviewed: One Day Leather Bag Making Workshop

"Great, course, great tutor, great place, great company and great lunch. Had a wonderful day- Sarah was so helpful and kept everyone at the same stage, even though we made different styles of bag, by surreptitiously doing little bits to help us along. Thank you, Sarah- really pleased with my bag."

24 Jun 23'

Sally reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Had a wonderful day on the saddle bag workshop. Would definitely recommend this workshop - so much fun and learnt a lot and got to take a beautiful bag home that I made! Sarah showed us all step by step what to do and explained everything clearly and was always at hand to help out when we needed. Lunch was brilliant too! Me and my friend both had a wonderful day and we both have a beautiful leather bag to show for it! Thanks Sarah for such a fabulous course - we will definitely be back to do a different bag soon! x"

24 Jun 23'

Amanda Clay reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Fully recommend Sarah’s leather bag workshop. Had a great day in a lovely environment learning the techniques and I’m so happy with the bag that I made. Sarah is a great teacher, will help you as little or much as you need and she has lots of tricks to resolve any mistakes. Lunch is good too!"

6 Apr 20'

Gill Rogers reviewed: Two day leather bag making course

"My daughter and I both had the most amazing time and experience on this 2 day leather workshop and came away with two fantastic leather bags!!! Can't believe how professional and beautifully handcrafted our bags look, so proud and all thanks to Sarah for her amazing talent, expertise and guidance, we learnt far more than expected from this traditional leather craft. The building and beautiful large studio is stunning, delicious lunch and generous servings of coffee, fresh fruit and cake throughout the day was brilliant!!! Thank you so much for everything Sarah, Tara and I absolutely loved every minute and had the best time ever, we will always treasure our handbags and will definitely be back to do it all again!!! All our very best wishes Gill & Tara xx"

10 Jul 19'

Sharon Lee reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"My friend and I did the cross-body bag in a day workshop. It was really interesting & everyone produced fantastic bags. Sarah was an excellent and patient teacher. We came away very proud of bags & a newly learnt skill. Well worth the money, would love to do another one & the dogs are lovely!"

8 Jan 19'

Half day clutch bag reviewed: Half day leather clutch bag / ipad case

"We had a really fantastic morning on this course with Sarah. She is so kind and patient, and so good at what she does! I will definately be back for more! Thank you!"

7 Jan 19'

Shelby green reviewed: Half day leather clutch bag / ipad case

"So happy with my clutch!! Loved it, lots of leathers and designs on offer. Sarah is a lovely and patient teacher."

16 Oct 18'

Shelly McLean reviewed: Leather Workshop One - on - One

"I have just attended a one on one leather workshop whereby I had the opportunity to make a bag of my own design (Sarah also had plenty of excellent designs to chose from). From the moment of arrival I felt put at ease and the pace of the workshop suited me really well. I had no prior knowledge of sewing or leather making and I am really thrilled with what I achieved under the skillful eye of Sarah. I would highly recommend this amazing day which takes place in a lovely workshop in beautiful countryside and you get a cracking lunch and coffee as well. Cannot wait to start using my unique bag!"

14 Aug 18'

Eileen Brown reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"I loved every part of this workshop. Sarah was extremely patient with everyone on the course, explaining all concepts clearly and giving us practical demonstrations. She ensured that everyone successfully made a unique, hand-made saddlebag in a day and take home something to be proud of. This is one bag that will never go to a charity shop for sure! I would love to make another Eileen-designed bag and am planning what item I can make next :-) Thank you so much Sarah for teaching me such a great new skill!"

12 Aug 18'

Fiona Johnson reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Sarah's saddlebag course was great fun in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. She was so knowledgable and patient and I came away with a good solid understanding of the skills we learnt that day. I hope to be back to one of her courses in the future as would love to learn more. thank you very much."

12 Aug 18'

Trudi Handy reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"An excellent day, Sarah was brilliant, patient and very skilled. I came away with a bag that I will use and treasure."

17 Jul 18'

Sally hicks reviewed: Half day leather clutch bag / ipad case

"I want to go again, that says it all!"

16 Jul 18'

Laura Davis reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Such an amazing day, it was the perfect way to zone out from daily life and enjoy a new craft. I was a complete novice but Sarah was on hand at every step and gave clear and helpful advice and tips. I am over the moon with my bag, it's doing me proud and it smells amazing! ? I'll be looking to do another course soon and I've been recommending left, right and centre. Thanks Sarah."

30 Apr 18'

Bev Archer reviewed: One Day Small Leather Goods Workshop

"Great patient tuition allowed me, a complete beginner, to proudly take home a completed leather saddle bag! Highly recommended."