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title: Islander Harris Tweed® Mini Satchel Making Workshop
lang: en
type: tour
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
price: 95
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.78
reviews: 451
duration_minutes: 90
languages: [de, cmn, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: true
schedule_checked: 2026-10-01
data_updated: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/islander-harris-tweed-mini-satchel-making-workshop/
---

# Islander Harris Tweed® Mini Satchel Making Workshop

**Guidekin's take:** Build a mini satchel by choosing its body colour, cloth lid and decorative straps. Instruction, tools and components are included; children under twelve cannot attend, and there is no waiting area for additional guests. 4.78 from 451 reviews at €95 per person for 1h 30m.

## Overview

In a 90-minute hands-on session, craft your own custom Harris Tweed® handbag from scratch. Choose your bag's body color, select a unique Harris Tweed® or Lochcarron® cloth lid, and personalise it with decorative straps to match your style—be it bold and adventurous or timelessly classic. Guided by skilled instructors, you'll learn the construction process using provided tools, ensuring a rewarding experience.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please come into the Canongate Islander…
- 4 start times: between 10:00 and 16:00
- Age 12+: No children under the age of 12 years old

## Key facts

- Price: from €95 per person
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Rating: 4.78/5 from 451 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Likely to sell out
- Recommended by 94% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Islander Edinburgh Workshop

## What's included

- Tools and components

## Not included

- Upgrades to other bag types from

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Please come into the Canongate Islander store to be welcomed for your workshop.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJFfOKj4jHh0gRxcGe3M_yEM8

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- No waiting area for additional guests.
- No children under the age of 12 years old

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