Tote Bag Making Taster Workshop

Open Studio - for you to make a leather clutch and experience a designer's space.



3 hours Class size 1 to 2 guests       £200

I now open my studio for a small number of guests at a time, offering a more personal experience of handbag design.
Over the course of three hours, you’ll be guided to create your own leather tote using stitch-less techniques. You’ll work directly with leather—handling, shaping, and constructing your piece using rivets and traditional methods adapted for a contemporary finish.
This is not simply a class, but an opportunity to spend time within a working studio, gaining insight into the process behind each piece while creating something of your own.
You’ll leave with a finished bag, and, I hope, a real sense of achievement.
What you'll get
You will leave with a bag you made
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Knowledge required
If you love leather accessories you will leave with the foundation knowledge of handbag design.
What to bring
You only need to bring yourself.
Location

Tooting

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher can also travel within 10 miles of Tooting, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Recent reviews of Tote Bag Making Taster Workshop

  • 5/5 from Jurgita Navickaite, attended Mar 2026: Amazing class! The teacher was so sweet and helpful! Me and my friend had a great time making handbags! And they turned out perfect!
  • 5/5 from Holli Ly, attended Sep 2025: Loved this class! Mo was fantastic and the end result was beautiful. I learnt a lot. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Giuseppe Verni, attended Jun 2025: I attended this leather-making course as my gift for my girlfriend, and it ended up being such a memorable and rewarding experience for both of us. Mo, our instructor, was exceptional from start to finish. She’s incredibly knowledgeable about leatherwork and clearly passionate about sharing her craft. What stood out most was how well she adapted her teaching style to suit both of us – my girlfriend and I had very different levels of experience, but Mo made sure we were both engaged, learning, and having fun the entire time. Her patience, attention to detail, and encouraging approach created a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. She goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is involved and confident in what they’re doing. We left not only with beautiful handmade pieces, but also with a genuine appreciation for the skill and creativity that goes into leatherwork. Thank you, Mo, for such a great experience – we’re still talking about it, and we’d absolutely recommend this course to anyone, whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills!
  • 5/5 from Egile Jankute, attended Jan 2024: Thank you for a very warm welcome, tea and cake.Thank you for very well and detailed explanation on each step of the process.I had a great experience in a beautiful and friendly atmosphere and would recommend to try it out to anyone from beginner and beyond️
Your teacher

Mo Bacchus
Mo Bacchus

5.0 (5)
female Women-owned

Hello, my name is Mo, and I design and make handbags and small leather accessories.
I am the founder of Mo Bacchus Accessories, a brand that began in Portobello Market—once one of London’s best-kept fashion secrets. That early environment shaped my approach to design and craftsmanship.
Since then, I have gone on to showcase at London Fashion Week, have my work featured in fashion editorials, and build an international clientele.
I now open my studio.
The brand is rooted in sustainability, creating limited-edition pieces using carefully selected, high-quality leathers.

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