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Islander Handbag Workshop Experience

Design it. Build it. Take it home. A creative escape into the world of Harris Tweed® craftsmanship.

Event Details

Event: Islander Handbag Workshop Experience
Date: Saturday 1st November 2025
Session Times: 12:30pm, 2:00pm, and 3:00pm
Duration: 60 minutes per session
Location: Mill Shop Floor, New Lanark World Heritage Site
Capacity: 10 participants per session
Price: £85 per person

What’s Included:

• A 60-minute guided handbag-making workshop
• Your completed Harris Tweed® handbag to take home
• Tea and cake served during your session
• All tools and materials provided

Experience Overview:
Unleash your creativity in this relaxed and rewarding workshop, where you’ll design and build your own Harris Tweed® handbag from the ground up. Choose your body colour, select your favourite cloth lid, and finish with decorative straps to suit your style. Whether bold or classic, your finished bag will be a reflection of your personal taste.

Perfect for a day out with friends or a solo creative escape, this experience combines craftsmanship, heritage, and a touch of indulgence.

Make a Day of It:
After your workshop, explore the New Lanark World Heritage Site, browse the Mill Shop, or enjoy a riverside walk surrounded by autumn colours.

Booking:
Spaces are limited and early booking is recommended.