1-Day Bagmaking Workshop
Teaching beginner-friendly leathercraft since 2010 in our London-based workshops.
A taster of leather bagmaking
Spend the day making your own luxury leather handbag at our East London studio - no experience needed.
Perfect for complete beginners, this 5-hour hands-on workshop introduces you to the craft of leather bag making in a fun, relaxed and creative environment. You’ll be guided step-by-step through the process of how to assemble your zip-up shoulder bag.
With small class sizes and plenty of one-to-one support from our expert instructors, you’ll leave with new skills, new confidence, and a handcrafted bag you’ll be proud to carry!
What bag will I make?
During this workshop you'll have time to make a zip-up shoulder bag.
It's the perfect day-to-night bag and is fully lined 😉
If you'd like to make a more complex style or learn hand-stitching, join our 3-Day Bagmaking Workshop.
Workshop Structure:
This workshop runs from 10am to 4pm, with a 1-hour lunch break.
What our students have made:
Check out our gallery of student makes and reviews!
"Got this course as a gift from my boyfriend and I absolutely love my new bag! Amanda is a great teacher and really took the time to explain the process and guide us from start to finish. Set in a beautiful workshop space, we had access to all the tools we needed. Thank you again Amanda and team for this wonderful experience. Will 100% recommend to friends!"
Marlies
"I joined Amanda for the 1-Day bag making experience and honestly, if you'd have told me I was going to make my favourite handbag of all time with my own two hands I just wouldn't have believed it! For £175 I couldn't have brought a new designer bag for the money so the value included in not only being given access to materials and expert tutors was priceless! Would make a perfect gift for someone or even something fun to do with crafty friends! Thanks Team I Can Make Bags! 🙌🏾"
Nerrisa
"I was sat in a workshop with two lovely, very knowledgeable tutors, and one other wonderful student learning how to construct this beautiful leather bag. What more can a woman ask for! Already started on my next project…. #perfect day. Xx"
Karen
"I really enjoyed this one-day bag making class! It’s really beginner friendly and all the bag pieces are pre-cut before you arrive which makes it really easy to get started. I hadn’t sewn in ages but ended up with a bag I absolutely love! Kate and Amanda were both so nice and great at teaching. I’d definitely recommend this class if you’re looking to try something creative and different!"
Sophie and Rachel