Beatrice and Chris not only made this a unique experience but entertaining as well. They were both friendly, funny, and helpful. Unlike any other experience I’ve had before. How many people can say th... See more
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Islander® is an Edinburgh-based brand specialising in footwear and accessories. We create distinctive, beautifully crafted designs for men and women using Scotland’s finest Harris Tweed®. We have seven stores in Edinburgh, and one in St. Andrews. Please see a list of our locations below. Islander Flagship - 95 West Bow, EH1 2JP Islander Workshop - 42 Candlemaker Row, EH1 2QE Islander 54 - 54 Candlemaker Row, EH1 2QE Islander Cafe - 37 Marshall Street, EH8 9BJ Islander Canongate - 6 Sibbald Walk, EH8 8FT Islander Arches - Arch 10, East Market St, EH8 8FS Islander Stockbridge, 63 Raeburn Place, EH4 1JF Islander St Andrews - 120 Market St, KY16 9PD. The Islander Handbag Experience offers customers to create their very own bespoke Islander Satchel, during our 1-hour workshop, now open 5 locations in Edinburgh: Islander Workshop - 42 Candlemaker Row, EH1 2QE Islander 54 - 54 Candlemaker Row, EH1 2QE Islander Cafe - 37 Marshall Street, EH8 9BJ Islander Canongate - 6 Sibbald Walk, EH8 8FT Islander Arches - Arch 10, East Market St, EH8 8FS And also in St Andrews.
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11a Bankhead Crossway N, EH11 4DT, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- 01314536160
- service@islanderuk.com
- islanderuk.com
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We had so much fun making our bags
We had so much fun making our bags! Analiz and Kristy were very helpful and so nice. 👍🏻
What an amazing experience
What an amazing experience! Wiktoria and Conner were so great and fun. They made building the bag so easy to do by giving easy step by step instructions. Such an awesome souvenir I got to leave Scotland with.
Such a great experience!
Greatly enjoyed the workshop with Mayan, Sokda, and Beth and am thrilled with the bags we created. I would highly recommend this experience for anyone!
Hosts Anna and Beatrice were very kind…
Hosts Anna and Beatrice were very kind and helpful while teaching and guiding us throughout the entire experience. Loved it!
Why announce the price of a gift?
It was a great experience and we love our bags, but having taken my mum there as a birthday gift it was a horrible moment when the first interaction was for all the prices to be announced to the whole group! Surely it’s quite a popular gift idea? Since all the info is so accessible ahead of time it didn’t seem necessary and did somewhat ruin the gift experience.
Great experience
We had a lot of fun making our own habdbags. You have a lot of designs and colours to choose from. We also got some interesting facts about Scotland and the designs. Thanks again to Isaac and the whole crew of Islander.
Just do it
I love the experience of choosing and making my own bag. Jane was funny, nice and helpful.
Cobi and Kristie were amazing
Cobi and Kristie were amazing. My wife and I built two medium bags. She loves them both.
Great city experience!
This was such a wonderful and fun experience for my mother and I! Jane was incredible and had so much enthusiasm. Everyone had a memorable time and we made new friends. Thank you Jane, Isaac, Sarah, and Kayla! Also try a drink while you’re here, they’re delicious!
Such a friendly fun experience
Such a friendly fun experience. Staff were so kind and helpful! A great experience for a special occasion or just a fun activity! Staff were Jane, Isaac, Sarah and Kayla!
Loved our guides and met some lovely…
Loved our guides and met some lovely people as well.
The day of our arrival from the US we…
The day of our arrival from the US we booked the workshop to make another bag. I made my first one 3 years ago and couldn't wait to do it again. Chris and Beatrice were outstanding! They made the experience enjoyable, relaxing and so fun. I love my backpack!
Jane was fantastic
Jane was fantastic. Love my new bag! Went by myself and met some amazing women!
Connor did such a great job as our…
Connor did such a great job as our instructor he definitely deserves a trip to the zoo or something!!
Jane and Fiona were absolutely…
Jane and Fiona were absolutely wonderful teaching today’s bag making class. They went above and beyond to make this experience fun and informative. Highly recommend!
Amazing experience with Chris +…
Amazing experience with Chris + Beatrice!
Had an amazing time building my…
Had an amazing time building my backpack with Chris and Beatrice.
What an amazing experience
What an amazing experience. Jane was super helpful and full of information of the bags. It was fun and would recommend people to come here.
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