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This was my 2nd workshop with Naoum and he was truly amazing at showing me and my friend how to make our dogs a collar each he keeps the workshop running in small bite size pieces that are easy to follow and that don't overwhelm you the atmosphere bus chilled and that makes you feel at ease the entire time you are there and you leave feeling accomplished and very proud of the work you have done I will be booking more workshops for the new year as I am very interested in learning more leather working skills I would say anyone thinking of doing a leather workshop for the 1st or 5th time Naoum is your guy!

Gloria Cheng • Attended Oct 2026

Naoum is an amazing instructor, fun, friendly and easygoing. He made sure everyone had enough support and guidance and was running around to the whole time to help each person. It was a small class with only 3 people, yet the amount of work and preparation he did to make everyone comfortable was above and beyond. From being able to customise every element of the belt (buckle, colour of leather, width of belt, how you want it to look like with the stitching, any initials or script you’d like on the belt), teaching us about how leather is made, answering our questions, to making sure we’re well fed with loads of drinks and snacks. It was such a pleasant experience and a great way to spend your weekend. I went with my boyfriend as his late birthday gift and both of us really enjoyed our time there, especially when you walk away with your own creation! Highly highly recommend to everyone, you’ll definitely feel empowered to start doing your own leather craft!

Anita Dobson • Attended Oct 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop with Upcycled Louis Vuitton Canvas

Naoumi delivered an excellent performance in his leather workshop. So knowledgeable and very talented. I made a collar which I’m very proud of, thanks to a great teacher & craftsman. His studio, it’s warm and cosy in a nice setting. Light refreshments were also offered. I liked his wealth of knowledge and the variety in what he teaches. Additional support was also provided.

Sam Allen • Attended Oct 2026

Naoum was fantastic. He was very knowledgable and really patient, we had a great time with him and will definately be back for another workshop with him!

Jacqui Murphy • Attended Oct 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Travel Tag

Enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with Naoum, being taken through the stages of cutting, punching, stitching and finishing to create a cute little card pouch. Naoum created such a warm and friendly environment and gave excellent advice and guidance. The afternoon whizzed by!

Susanna Skinner • Attended Oct 2026

Loved the class, Naoum is such a lovely host and will definitely look at what else we could make in the future with him!

Carla Guarin • Attended Oct 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Small Card Holder

Second class with Naoum and just as fun and rewarding as the first time. I made the glasses case and loved that it was a slightly different experience than making the card holder as I learned a few more skills and practiced one I learned last time. As before, highly recommend!!

Angela Young • Attended Oct 2026

We had a great leather crafting session with Naoum making a small pouch and glasses case (we appreciated the numerous options available on the day). Naoum was very welcoming to his home and hospitable. He is clearly passionate and knowledgeable about leather crafting and gave us lots of tips and pointers along the way. We really enjoyed the experience, in a calm environment with plenty of time to complete our items. Naoum explained everything very well and was very patient. We are already looking to book onto some more sessions!

Wellington da Silva • Attended Oct 2026

I had such a lovely time at this workshop. Naoum was incredibly welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable, and made the whole experience both fun and enjoyable. The fresh fruit and drinks were a really thoughtful touch too. After working with the leather under his instructions, I came away with a beautiful handmade collar for my dog which I'm genuinely proud of. It was such a rewarding experience, and I'd happily recommend it to anyone curious about leather craft.

Carine Epardaud • Attended Oct 2026

The teacher is great, he is clearly passionate by what he does and by transmitting his knowledge to others. It was a delight to be there. He has made the process very easy and explains very well, so people can come with zero knowledge and still go back home with a beautiful leather item.

Ellen Ashford • Attended Oct 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Passport Holder

Such a great class and host. He was very helpful, witty and informative without being overbearing. Food and drink were also provided which was a lovely addition.

We have each gone home with an amazing dog collar that will last for years to come. There were tons of colours to choose from.

We would happily go back and do another class.

Thank you.

Ellen, Holly, Laurie and Jo

Vicky Fisher • Attended Oct 2026

Naoum was patient and helpful. We had never tried anything like this but really enjoyed ourselves. We made a pair of passport holders which we loved. There was lots of choice of colours and a friendly atmosphere.

Christina Tam • Attended Oct 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Passport Holder

We had a really enjoyable session with the very welcoming host!

Grace Osoba • Attended Sep 2026

Excellent teacher, extremely knowledgeable, patient and encourages the students.

I finished making a passport holder which l am proud of and, l plan using for my trips

Abroad. I would definitely go back for other courses. I gained a lot of new skills. My next course would be the shoe making course. He runs several courses.

Good value for money.

Dean Bodenham • Attended Aug 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Passport Holder

Amazing workshop! Naoum is the perfect teacher: knowledgeable and passionate about his craft, and kind and patient with his students. I was a complete beginner at leatherwork, and am not the best at arts and crafts, but each step was first clearly demonstrated and explained before I proceeded on my own. At the end, I was delighted with my passport holder! What I really appreciated is how we started right from the beginning, choosing the leather (everything is provided), cutting the pieces, putting them together, and finally adding a few discreet finishing touches that I would never have thought about, but elevate the quality of the item. I enjoyed it so much, I plan to join another of his workshops to learn how to make a belt.

Naoum is also an incredible host, offering tea, coffee and delicious snacks throughout the workshop and making me feel welcome in his home. He is a truly wonderful person, and I highly recommend any of his workshops.

Jasmine Sargant • Attended Aug 2026

What an amazing lesson with such a kind and helpful host. I was given lots of options and advice throughout, I'm very pleased with what I made. I learned so much! 100% recommend if you are looking for a creative and relaxing afternoon

Paul Hayes • Attended Aug 2026

I found the teacher very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does, I made a belt and he explained every step, I would recommend him to anyone that wants to learn a new skill.

Elisa Mejía • Attended Aug 2026

What a nice experience it was to work with leather and create our own belt and glasses case under the supervision of Naoum!

I got this class as a gift for my boyfriend's birthday, and he had the time of his life creating the belt of his dreams - it has now become his favourite belt!

Naoum was extremely helpful and accommodating even before the class. He was quick in answering emails, helping me prepare everything and find the right materials for decorating the belt. During the class, he was knowledgeable and passionate about his craft, and helped us create beautiful items that are not only gorgeous but also have a nice story behind. I'd recommend this class to anyone!

Zeeshan Khalish • Attended Jul 2026

Was very hospitable and was an amazing class where he explained everything in a lot of detail and made it enjoyable. Super relaxed fun environment.

Sarah Lockwood • Attended Jul 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop with Upcycled Louis Vuitton Canvas

We had an absolutely lovely day with Naoum making dog collars. Naoum was a very patient, personable teacher and was very generous with his time and also his delicious refreshments!! Our dog collars are so beautiful and look amazing on our dogs. Would recommend this experience to anyone as a highly enjoyable day out!

Michala Love • Attended Jul 2026

Wow what can I say Naoum was excellent he was very patient and understanding he explained things in bite size pieces so you wasn't overwhelmed and the session was well thought out I loved the information that he imparts during the session on the history and process of leather tanning. I also loved that he had taken the time to find ways of making the class as easy as possible for people who are new to leather work like myself overall I cannot praise Naoum enough for this thoughtful class I have even booked on to do another class with him!

Hippolyte Juif • Attended Jul 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Glasses Case

It was an incredible experience, we learned how to make beautiful leather card holder! I sincerly recommend.

Michael Hellinikakis • Attended Jul 2026

From start to finish, Naoum was professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. The size of the classes are small so you're able to get help when you need it, and I had very little downtime between tasks. He provided all the tools, materials (a very wide range to choose from!) and even refreshments, which were most appreciated! If you need to park, King's Orch is nearby and offers metered parking. I would highly recommend his classes if you're interested in trying leatherworking for the first time.

Andrew Youngs • Attended Jul 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Passport Holder

Naoum delivered a fantastic workshop. The tools and materials are clearly of high quality and he has a passion for the craft which really comes through. He was very hospitable, providing lovely snacks and drinks. Highly recommended.

Andrea Ortiz • Attended Jul 2026

Fantastic workshop, Naoum is a great teacher and host. There was so much choice for the leathers and they were all high quality. We had plenty of time to choose and customise everything about our project and Naoum was very patient. He’s an excellent host, we even got some nice drinks and snacks throughout the session.

I love my passport holder, thanks!

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Passport Holder review by Andrea Ortiz - London

Harith Aldeghather • Attended Jun 2026

This was a fantastic class! Naoum was a very clear, patient and thoughtful teacher, and is wonderfully generous as a host, and with his time. With his guidance and materials, I was able to make a small purse/wallet. Naoum layed out all the steps clearly and gave me scrap materials to practice each of them on. The atmosphere was very comfortable and friendly: my classmates were lovely too. I had a lovely day and I think I will return to leather crafting again. It was lovely to learn about Naoum's own journey towards the craft, which he is very knowledgeable about. Thank you Naoum!

Sara Stachelhaus • Attended Jun 2026

Naoum is amazing! If you think you’re too impatient & too clumsy to register for a leather workshop, DONT LET THIS STOP YOU. I would have regrets, but instead I have a really cool, high quality leather belt that i doubt anyone will recognize as created by my clumsy hands. Go for it!

Tiara Daring • Attended Jun 2026

Amazing class! I would love to come again to another class when i visit again. He is patience, welcoming, knowledgeably, etc. Above & beyond! There is tea, coffee, wine, treats. Don't miss out. Great teacher, will do it again.

Marta Woloszczuk • Attended May 2026

What a great workshop and such an amazing host! Naoum was very patient, knowledgeable, and highly skilled in the leather craft.

There was a wide range of products to choose from, and the quality of the leather was excellent. Naoum even provided some snacks, ensuring everyone had plenty of energy to create their own masterpiece!

I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn something new while relaxing and enjoying a creative experience.

David Charles • Attended May 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Glasses Case

This leather workshop was genuinely one of the best things I've done in YEARS. Naoum is an outstanding teacher - I'm not crafty at all and over the course of this relaxed workshop he helped me make a gorgeous goat's leather wallet that has instantly become my most beloved and precious possession. I feel so snazzy now whenever I pay for anything and I can't wait for people to ask me where I got it!

Naoum is also an outstanding host - the workshop is held in his spacious living room and we were made to feel completely at home. He made sure we had a constant supply of water, tea, coffee and even beer once we'd finished playing with the sharp tools!

Honestly, I don't know what more I can write in this review to convince you that this will be a stupendous way to spend your time. Naoum holds space in a very relaxed way - there's never any rush and he helps you make your item as special as you deserve. Worth saying as well that this is a passion for Naoum - he's there to have as much fun as you will!

Laura Collins • Attended May 2026

Had a great time at the leather making course. Naoum was very knowledgeable. Relaxed atmosphere, really enjoyed the afternoon. Would highly recommend.

Pablo Martin Romero • Attended May 2026

I loved the leather workshop - would 100% recommend!

Meg Geddes • Attended May 2026

Naoum was a prepared and patient teacher who took great pains to make sure that the available projects were easy for a beginner to tackle. I very much enjoyed my class!

Bill Urquhart • Attended May 2026

Fantastic belt making workshop. Naoum is a pro, extremely welcoming, and a brilliant tutor. He provided a litany of options for how my belt could come together, and I’m incredibly proud to show off what I managed to create. 100% recommend to anyone even vaguely interested in this. And please, someone, make the sandals!

Jasmine Choi • Attended May 2026

The entire experience is amazing. Naomn (hope

I didn’t mispell his name!) is patient and clear, very accommodating and friendly! He offered tea / coffee / fruits / parties / wine and even wine from his own country! I thoroughly enjoy the experience, happy with the cardholder I made, and will unreservedly recommend it.

Yiran Wang • Attended May 2026

Leather Crafting Series: Create a Purse

I really enjoyed the workshop, teacher is really nice and friendly, I would like to come next time!

Ioanna Xenaki • Attended May 2026

I cannot recommend this class highly enough. Naoum is patient, a great teacher, and made the experience really enjoyable!

Luke Norton • Attended May 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Passport Holder

Had a lovely class with Naoum - super attentive and helpful! Really enjoyed myself - a great introduction to leather working

Sophie Smyth • Attended May 2026

I had such a great experience at this leather belt-making class - Naoum is an excellent teacher and is really patient and knowledgeable.

I came away having learned a lot and made a lovely, high-quality belt. I’d definitely recommend this class to anyone interested in learning a new skill or trying something creative!

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Belt review by Sophie Smyth - London

Liwen Knight-Zhang • Attended Apr 2026

I really enjoyed the class with Naoum. He was knowledgeable, friendly and helpful, and it felt more like hanging out with a friend than sitting in a workshop. It was my first time working with leather, and being able to try the craft hands-on under a teacher's supervision was both encouraging and incredibly helpful.

Highly recommend the class and Naoum.

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Small Pouch review by Liwen Knight-Zhang - London

Kelly Jefferson • Attended Apr 2026

Leather Crafting Series: Create a Purse

We LOVED our workshop with Naoum on Saturday! Our group decided to make passport holders (X3) and a card holder- we all had different competences and Naoum was a very patient and helpful teacher. We enjoyed choosing our different colour leathers, thread and choice of embossing because our end products felt really personal, like something you can't find in a shop - it was a fab way to celebrate our friend's birthday. Naoum was a wonderful host- thank you very much!

Pawel Maksym • Attended Apr 2026

Very good teacher, knows the subject, could explain and answer all my questions. I put together a purse and it was very good experience. I have learnt how and when to use each tool and smal tricks around how to make things easier. Awsome atmosphere good fun and very goot time. 5 out of 5.

Odile Louis-Sidney • Attended Apr 2026

A wonderful leather workshop! Naoum is a great teacher, explains clearly every step and gives encouragement, all in a welcoming space. I couldn’t be happier with my glasses case!

Emily Cross • Attended Apr 2026

An amazing experience start to finish. My friend and I made a leather belt this class. Naoum is a lovely and patient person, nothing is too much trouble - he even helped clean up my other belt and protected it for me! Naoum also provided us food and drinks (wine!). Honestly book his class if you want to make anything out of leather. Thanks Naoum, we’ll be back!

Cathal Wharton • Attended Mar 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Mask (Rabbit / Cat)

Spectacular hospitality, accessible activity, brilliant outcomes - I couldn’t recommend this class enough.

T Dunn • Attended Mar 2026

Really enjoyable class - Naoum is a great teacher (and a very generous host!). Already thinking about coming back to make something else!

Marco Jones • Attended Mar 2026

Leather Crafting Series: Create a Purse

He was the only teacher brave enough to take on my ambitious request (holster), and he is a top notch instructor.

I really learned so much that i can do this myself. He gave me the kit list and suppliers. I 100% would come back to learn some advanced skills when i need help on an ambitious project.

Leather Crafting Series: Create a Purse review by Marco Jones - London

Min Hwang • Attended Mar 2026

Leather Crafting Workshop: Create a Travel Tag

Naoum was a delightful host! The class felt like a small craft workshop gathering. I was able to come home with a professional looking belt I am planning to gift. He also let me customize the belt with embossing. I would very much recommend to anyone who is interested in getting into the craft. I was a complete beginner and now I want to get my own tools to start.

Laura-Jane Gathern • Attended Mar 2026

We had a leather luggage tag class today and it was amazing!!! Naoum’s workspace was so well prepared and his instructions were very precise. I loved the fact he gave us scraps of leather to test techniques out on before we attempted it on our actual tags! He kept us all well fed, with plenty of drinks and was such a warm and interesting guy. Both myself and my partner have said was a fabulous day it had been and what a lovely guy he is. We couldn’t recommend this class or this teacher enough. Thanks for the experience Naoum

Sam Phillips • Attended Mar 2026