Bespoke Leather reviews

Dave Morley reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"A truly fantastic experience, learning some many different skills and producing a belt and fly reel case that were unbelievable as a complete beginner to leather work. Bill’s knowledge and experience is exceptional, and he was an absolute pleasure to spend 2 amazing days with. This course provides you with all the skills and techniques needed to getting started in hand crafting leather. Would thoroughly recommend."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Hi Dave, thanks for the great review, I enjoyed the course as well. Hopefully you'll carry on with the good work. The fishing reel pouch was the bees knees, if I knew more about fishing I would make them myself. Best Bill"

Top class course reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Bill has a wealth of knowledge, and a lott of patience, I had never done any sewing before and I managed to hand stitch a a handbag, my wife was amazed and so am I, and it's all down to Bills brilliant teaching. Bill was very helpful and gave plenty of tips for helping with working with leather, If you want to learn about leather and produce a lovely item then look no further bill is the complete package, thanks Bill for two brilliant days."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks for the great review Graham, it was a very good weekend, I enjoyed it as much as you did. Glad your wife liked the bag, you did a great job on it. Cheers Bill"

Sophie reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"I had a very enjoyable weekend with Bill, immersed in his vast knowledge of leather craft. He's such a good teacher and a very special person - so generous with his time and knowledge, and tea and biscuits too. The days passed too quickly. I would highly recommend this course."

Mark Cartwright reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Absolutely first class course. Bill is a great teacher who is extremely knowledgeable, very friendly and patient. He has a passion and expertise which comes from many years of working in the trade. I couldn't recommend him more highly - Bill is a true craftsman ! "

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Mark, it was a real pleasure. Hope to see you sometime soon. Cheers Bill"

Britt & James reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"We loved our leather course! Bill was so accommodating and we truly did not want the weekend to end! "

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks guys, glad you enjoyed it, hope to see you again sometime soon. Cheers Bill"

Jarrod reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"From zero to a load of practice in 2 days. I started with no knowledge of leather work. We dived straight into different types of leather but quickly got practical with some cutting, staining, stitching and punching to end the first day with a great leather belt. Refreshed on day 2 and went to the next level which was design, how to produce a pattern/template and then make it real. So more practise of cutting and stitching. And ended the day with a new laptop sleeve. Bill has a wealth of experience and translates it to practical knowledge that has set me up to get started with a new craft. "

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Hi Jarrod, thank you for a most enjoyable weekend. Glad you liked the course and have gained the skills and techniques you need to enjoy your new craft. Cheers Bill"

Deniz reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"I had no experience or knowledge about leather let alone the leather craft before booking this course and didn't really know what to expect but I was more than positively surprised. The course has theoretical and practical parts which are both perfectly executed by Bill! He provided a notebook and a pen ready for people like me who come unprepared and shared his knowledge in an easy and understandable way. He did answer all questions in depth and used practical examples to manifest knowledge. Note the practical part! I loved working the material leather and all the other components that come with it. Bill was always helpful to show how do it correctly and encouraged me to improve myself. He did give constructive critique without ever making me feel like I shouldn't be doing this in any way. Thanks to this outstanding Intro to the leather craft and Bill himself. I have gained a new interest in my life that I will try to pursue as a hobby and am hoping to come back to Bill to learn more in a later stage. Thank you Bill for your time and the fantastic course! Can recommend this course to everyone!"

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Deniz, you were a very able student and I hope you practice your leather work skills You took on a very advanced project on the 2nd day and made it work and learned an awful lot from it. Thank you for the great feedback. Cheers Bill "

Jan reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"A really great course, I learnt so much and will never look at a bag in the same way again! Bill is a brilliant tutor; knowledgeable, enthusiastic and endlessly patient as well as being a purveyor of very superior biscuits."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks for a very enjoyable weekend Jan."

Alex Cook reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Having started with no leather work ability to coming away with two finished pieces. A totally brilliant and immersive two days of learning from an incredibly knowledgeable and patient 'Bill'. Absolutely recommended for anyone wanting to learn leather. Thankyou."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Alex, thats very kind. Best wishes Bill"

Jonathan reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"What to write ? How to express my 2-day experience in a few words ? For interest/inspiration, I cast an eye over the reviews of other participants - and found, that they all say exactly what I felt and experienced - they all reinforce our shared experience. Bill is 'passionate about his craft and teaching others'; he has 'a wealth of history and experience in the trade which he generously shares'; and, 'I left this workshop with too many skills to apply, an appreciation for the craft and an appetite to learn more.' Plus, of course, a need to practice ! His enthusiasm for the work, his patience as a teacher, and his warmth, his sense of humour ("Rocket Man") and his wealth of stories, made for a highly enjoyable couple of days. I really enjoyed learning from Bill - and I did learn and will practice - and with pleasure, highly recommend his courses."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Jonathan, glad you enjoyed the course and that you will carry on the good work. Cheers Bill"

Richard and Jenny Bunn reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Thank you Bill for a fantastic couple of days. We arrived as complete novices and emerged with beautiful pieces that we can genuinely say we designed and made ourselves. In between Bill shared his wealth of skills, wisdom and knowledge with enthusiasm, patience and humour. Great setting for the course in his workshop full of tools, leathers, widgets ...and teabags, leaving an understanding and respect for the craftsman's art too. Highly recommended."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Jenny and Richard for a very enjoyable weekend and great review. You both were great and picked up the necessary skills very quickly. Cheers Bill"

Jackie Britton reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Fantastic course, really enjoyed it and it was clear that with Bill we were learning from someone with incredible knowledge and experience. I was delighted with what we were able to both learn and make over the course of a weekend. Highly recommended!"

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Jackie, glad you enjoyed yourself. I will keep you informed about future courses. All the best Bill"

Edd Chilcott reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"A great course, you simply can't put a price on the knowledge and experience Bill has in leathercraft."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Ed, great to meet you I hope the skills come in useful in your new job. Cheers Bill"

Rebecca reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"So there’s YouTube and then there’s a PROPER course! You simply cannot compare the two! A two-day course with Bill will leave you with a huge amount of knowledge and more importantly hands-on learning! Bill is more than welcoming, patient and with an eye for detail…. providing you with the skills you need to tackle your own projects at home. A bonus is Bill's great sense of humour … and he makes a cracking cuppa! Thanks, Bill …. Will defo be back! Xx"

Bespoke Leather responded:

"thanks for the lovely review Rebecca and good luck in your new leather work venture. best wishes Bill"

Jules reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"This weekend far exceeded my expectations. Bill has a wealth of knowledge that he happily shares and uses to encourage creativity. It was a delight to have the space, time and guidance to create and learn. Highly recommended."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"thanks Jules, i will keep you informed of new courses when i list them. best wishes Bill"

Elissa reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"The course went well beyond my expectations. Bill was patient, informative, supportive and so very knowledgable. I learned so much and came away feeling a whole new appreciation for leather making. Bill shared his immense and widely varied skills in such a way that I tackled projects, a bracelet and bag, I would never imagined possible. Without a doubt one of the best courses I have ever been on."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Elissa for the review and a lovely weekend. I enjoyed it as much as you guys."

Mike George reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"A thoroughly enjoyable course. We learned such a lot over the two days and Bill was so patient. Highly recommended to anyone who enjoys making something with their hands. Thank you Bill."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Mike, it was a pleasure to meet you, I hope you enjoyed the course as much as I did."

Shaun Farley reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Very informative, well run course. Tutor was obviously extremely experienced and was great at sharing his craft with me as a beginner. So pleased with my completed project. Thank you so much Bill."

Bespoke Leather responded:

"Thanks Shaun, great to meet you and work with you on such an ambitious project. cheers Bill"

Tommy Mason reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Our leather craft course with the magnificent Bill was absolutely brilliant. In no time at all, we had skills to saddle stitch and make a product on the first day. The second day, albeit somewhat ambitious on my part, was even better. With his help, Bill taught me how to expertly make a design for a product I'd seen on the internet. He then coached me into making it, and we even stayed later than planned to finish it the same day. I am so proud of my creation. Bill has a modest workshop and a vast array of specialist tools. However, this is nothing in comparison with his incredible knowledge and huge quantities of tea and biscuits. I'm now tooled up and ready to make some of my own creations, and will be considering an advanced session with Bill in the future. A highly recommended course and worth every penny."

Lydia reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Learnt so much from a very knowledgeable man. Couldn't have asked for more out of our two days. Fantastic weekend!"

James Hardy reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"I can happily report that I too had an excellent two days undertaking one of Bill’s courses. He is a highly knowledgeable, experienced and effective teacher; has an easygoing manner and a great (and mischievous) sense of humour! As many others have reported, it is amazing the skills one can acquire over the course of a weekend when it is led by someone as enthusiastic and energetic as Bill. If, like me, you have always harboured a secret ambition to learn how to saddle-stitch leather and to have a go at making something from it then I unreservedly recommend you attend one of his courses."

Anne Mathews reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"An excellent course for anyone interested in learning how to work with leather. Bill is really experienced and has a wealth of knowledge which he generously shares. Each step of the process is explained and instils the order in which work should be carried out. I came away from the course with finished items that I am proud of and with a desire to learn more. Thank you Bill!"

Jeff reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"If anybody is interested in learning leatherwork they would have to go a long way to find a better man than Bill to teach them. Bill has a wealth of experience all of which he is happy to share with good humour and patience. I was really surprised how easy Bill made it for a man who had never sewn a button on to create a passable saddle stitch! Thanks Bill."

Carole Sidman reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Just an amazing weekend. Bill is a wonderful teacher, informative, intuitive and extraordinarily talented. The weekend was a wonderful mix of lighthearted easygoing fun with lots of information and skill sharing from Bill. He was very generous with his equipment and time. We worked hard and I know he certainly did but it was immense fun. I would certainly recommend this course as, even though I knew absolutely nothing about leather craft, Bill helped us all to craft amazing works. I think this is a testament to a great teacher. Thank you Bill."

Naomi reviewed: Introduction to Leather Craft

"Fantastic informative course . What a great tutor , I had a brilliant time !"