RJ Leather Sewing School reviews

Anita reviewed: 1 Day In Person Handbag Making Course - Ten Bag Choices - £199

"I completed the 2 day course, it was a fantastic introduction having never worked with leather before, Bex is very encouraging and explains each step so clearly, and you leave with an amazing beautiful bag! Will definitely be back to do another, such a great experience. "

Sarah reviewed: 1 Day In Person Handbag Making Course - Ten Bag Choices - £199

"Beautiful saddlebag with loads of stylish little details made with the expert guidance of wonderful Bex! Can’t recommend highly enough, thank you Bex, I’ll be back! x"

Clare Jepson reviewed: 1 Day In Person Handbag Making Course - Ten Bag Choices - £199

"I’ve done the 1 and 2 day courses and both were amazing. I’ve learnt loads of new techniques for sewing leather or my domestic and industrial machines and I’ve now signed up to the gold membership"

Carolyn reviewed: 1 Day In Person Handbag Making Course - Ten Bag Choices - £199

"I made a Backpack in green leather on one of your courses and enjoyed the experience so much that have booked to make a different bag in July, Thanks Bex "

Claire reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"A completely brilliant and rewarding day spent making a beautiful bag. Easier than I thought it would be - thanks to the excellent tuition and having all the materials to hand. Can't wait to go again!"

Susan Gorman reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"I took my daughter in law along to the one day course. We had a choice of style and colour. Bex had everything ready for us to sew together. It was brilliant. She is an encouraging teacher (I was struggling at one point) and is well organised and friendly. I need to make another bag soon, as a friend saw my blue bucket bag and it went to a new home!"

Kirsti B reviewed: 2-Day Leather Bag Making Course

"The two day course was a brilliant learning experience and so much fun. Bex is a great teacher and was really friendly and helpful. I made a backpack so gorgeous I can’t believe it, having never worked with leather before. I have already booked onto another course and am hoping to make a matching weekend bag. I would encourage anyone who likes the sound of it to book on, the machines are easy to use and Bex is right there to lend a hand if you get stuck. You’ll be amazed at what you can produce!"

Nariece reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"Can't wait to do another course! Bex was an amazing teacher, patiently taking her time to tend to us all and super welcoming. Would highly recommend this course to anyone no matter their experience."

Karen reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"Brilliant course, loved every minute of it, so absorbing and Bex is so patient and encouraging, I’d thoroughly recommend any of the courses"

Phil Bray reviewed: 1 Day belt or dog collar/lead making course £149

"Both myself and my wife enjoyed our day course with Rebecca. We each made our own belts. The course was very enjoyable, we learned some new techniques and was guided in each step by Rebecca. Very good value for money and we would be interested in taking part in another leather course with her in the future."

Rebecca and Eleanor reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"This was another fantastic day. We are both fairly experienced sewers but not with working with leather. There were a number of us there all working on different projects and Rebecca skilfully supported each of us allowing us to work at our own pace and learn new skills, to create our beautiful handcrafted bags which have been much admired! Can’t wait to go back and make another one! Rebecca and Eleanor"

Lynn Osborne reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"We have done a number of 1 day courses with Bex and they are always excellent. Bex is a fantastic tutor, we have learnt so much from her. The day was loads of fun and we went away with two stunning bags. I made a teal messenger bag and my husband made a green canvas and brown leather duffle bag. I always gets plenty of comments about the bags I have made with Bex. Im going to book another 1 day course and make a foldover bag in pink leather. So many bags and so many beautiful leathers its hard to choose!"

Kate reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"2nd course I have done. Very enjoyable and leave with a bag that nobody believes I actually made!"

Emma reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"Wonderful all round! Bex was great - patient, kind and chilled...with a wealth of experience and a dedication to teaching (and to completing projects)!! The class was fun and informative, and I appreciated the high standard of attention to detail in the making and finishing of the bag. Although I am fairly experienced in certain types of leatherwork and hand finishing techniques, I had never approached such a large, detailed bag project and Bex helped me to produce a bag that was true to the design and I was very happy with! It even came in useful on my trip back home (all 5 hours of it! - but the course and the overall stay were well worth the long journey!). Thank you!"

Kersty reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"I had a fantastic time, learnt a lot, and came away with a fabulous bag! Rebecca and Cat were very supportive and great teachers."

Julie Harris reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"I attended the 1 day bag making course coming home with a beautiful pink & blue messenger bag thanks to the creative nurturing of Rebecca. It’s such a welcoming environment and great to see what the other students are making. I would highly recommend Rebecca’s workshops particularly if you have always wanted to make a lovely leather bag but don’t know where to start"

Jane Galvin reviewed: 2-Day Leather Bag Making Course

"I thoroughly enjoyed this course. I had high expectations and they were exceeded. Rebecca is an inspirational teacher. I enjoyed learning all the techniques to make my bag, and also watching the techniques others used to make their bags. I keep looking at my bag and I can't believe I made it! Rebecca took us through each process step by step, so we could work at our own pace. I am planning to buy a handbag kit to try at home. I am also considering going back to learn pattern cutting. I can't recommend this course highly enough."

RJ Leather Sewing School responded:

"Thanks for your kind words Jane. You did such a brilliant job with your bag. You are a complete natural. Really hope to see you again. Feel free to get in touch anytime if you've got any further questions. Thanks. Bex x"

Sue Meyer reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"This was a really enjoyable day. Though I have done some dressmaking this was my first time using leather. There were a number of us, but working on different projects, with Rebecca working between us, guiding us all the way. This enabled us to work at our own pace rather than feeling pressured or waiting for others. Relaxed, encouraging atmosphere with a fantastic keepsake at the end. Highly recommend."

Jos reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"Fabulous day spent making my wonderful bucket bag. Rebecca is brilliant at sharing her knowledge and skills, I learnt loads and will be signing up for another course."

Paul reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"Did the one day course. Rebecca is great and very patient. Came away with a stunning looking bag and a head crammed full of knowledge and information."

Helen reviewed: The Waxed Cotton T-Base Tote - Kit & Paper Pattern

"Stunning kit which arrived beautifully presented and with a true luxe feel. Thought the task would be challenging but worked slowly through it and totally proud of the end result. Showing off my new bag to everyone I see now! FYI the kit doesn’t come with the tools needed to attach the rivets but I made do with a hammer and teatowel. They’re not perfect but just thought I’d let future buyers know. Eyeing up other kits to buy next and have already recommended to friends too."

Jane H reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"I did the 1-day leather bag course and can thoroughly recommend it. I loved it! Bex is a very patient teacher, breaking everything down into small steps, and before you know it you have an amazing leather bag. My friends and family can't believe I made it! I loved the course so much I have already signed up for the 3 day course!"

Tulin Quincey reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"So enjoyable, I love every minute and can’t wait to return. Rebecca is a marvel; with an unending font of all knowledge and patience. I loved the bag I made (which my husband joked I must have bought), and it’s a testament to her skill, knowledge and experience that we all leave feeling proud with a stylish new item. She has given me the confidence to try projects at home and I can’t wait! I’ll certainly return to her classes to advance my skills and knowledge."

Ange reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"I have attended 5 one day bag making courses over the past 6 months and have another booked in November. Bex is such an amazing teacher, every time I go I learn new things and she has the patience of a saint. She has given me the confidence to make bags out of leather at home on both my domestic sewing machine and industrial sewing machine. The courses are always fun and enjoyable and a great way to spend a day off work, plus there are endless supply of choccie biscuits. :-) I highly recommend these courses."

Donna Tanner reviewed: 1 Day bag making course - 10 design options

"My husband and I attended the one day bag making course. He made the messenger bag and I made the tote. We had a really amazing day. It was such a fun thing to do. Bex is so patient and helpful. We were both new to sewing but with Bex’s expertise we both came home with a beautiful bag. I can’t wait to sign up to another course. I’ve had so many compliments about my bag."