I highly recommend Awl Together Leather. The staff there…read moreare very friendly and helpful. I also found them knowledgeable and efficient. I took my boots in to get the heels redone. I left them, they emailed me a detailed receipt as well as a hard copy and emailed when the boots were ready. I just had to pick up. The place has some cool items in there and they have items to care for shoes. They can repair and make all things leather. So glad I found this place and it was recommended to me. Will be taking my leather purse for repair next.

It was a bit out of my way, but Awl Together responded to my inquiry about making a repair to the…read moreworn collar of my 50 year old leather jacket. They described a repair that would maintain my jacket's usefulness, without breaking my bank account. I had no hesitation paying them in advance and was successful in having the jacket picked up by a 3rd party with no further problems. I appreciated their excellent communication via text messaging. Awl Together Leather is All Good!

I asked my friend who works with leather if she could recommend a shop. I also have a seamstress…read morefriend who recommended I go here. I have a leather motorcycle vest that needed expanding. I walked into the shop totally clueless, asking about leather scraps. The shop guys working there were super helpful. Assisted me in finding the leather piece that I was looking for. I really like this shop, it's full of leather and tools and accessories for working with leather. Not that I do, but if I have to go back to get leather or anything like that I will go to this one. Staff very helpful and friendly.

This place is awesome for your leather crafting needs. I've purchased from their website before…read morethen came in the store and I have to say that it's a great find. Staff were super kind, helpful and knowledgeable. Great quality materials and lots of varieties to choose from. After buying months worth of supplies, I'm already finding an excuse to come back... Another thing that I liked about this place is the ambience. You walk in a shop but it doesn't have that luring/ retail feel... and the scent of leather really gives you such a high... Highly recommend this place!

They did a PERFECT JOB doing alterations on my very expensive German made goats leather lederhosen…read moreshorts. I wanted to find an expert who would make sure that my one of a kind leather piece was perfectly altered for a better fit. I could hot be happier with the service. They are flexible responsive and easy to work with. I highly recommend them for expert leather alterations. Not to mention a really pleasant person to work with!

I brought in a very nice leather jacket that the previous owner had butchered by folding the…read moresleeves under and gluing them in lieu of hemming them. I wasn't hopeful, but Original Leather Factory did an amazing job of repairing the coat. He cut the sleeves off mid-forearm, and added cuffs. It looks like the sleeves were intended to be this way. I'm blown away. Amazing work.

I bought a beautiful handmade purse from Fiveleft a few months ago, and realized after getting tons…read moreof compliments on it tonight at the Yelp event that I had not yet reviewed fiveleft on Yelp. Lincoln is a lovely man who makes lovely, unique, and durable purses, bags, and wallets. Check out this true Vancouver original.

I have two FiveLeft bags (a Day Goods bag and a custom knapsack) and I bought one for my sister as…read morea gift - what can I say - I am a huge fan. I am complimented on lincoln's work whenever I use them. I just picked up a pencil case at Circle Craft and I am looking forward to wearing it in :) The pieces just get more beautiful with age. Not to mention lincoln is an AMAZING person with a creative, fun and functional eye for design - how can you go wrong with that?! I have my eyes on a tote bag next :) Local artists rock!

A wallet repair that went bad for $100+. I've never seen…read moresuch shoddy leather work. How can you manage not to sew a straight seam using a machine? The stitching on both outer sides (it folds) and the inside is crooked. Was the same grade of thin leather used to replace the torn pieces - no. Thicker leather was used so now fitting a credit card into the slot is difficult. And I can't fit more than two cards without a struggle. The wallet is now thick and bulky, so thick it doesn't fold flat when closed. Terrible work for a lot of money. I won't go back - ever!

The only place I will go for my shoes repaired. Gotten two topey to my two pairs of brand new saint…read moreLaurent's and another topey on a pair of Common Project Chelsea's. They fixed the heel on one pair of my SLP and did a quick service turnaround as I had to fly out the same week. I asked for Wednesday and they did Monday. Getting my Guidi's repaired there soon. 10/10.

Messaged to ask about a reupholstery job, replacing fabric on a sofa and creating some new…read morecushions, and was told they don't do that. So I guess I'm not sure why reupholstery is in their company name.

Excellent service- support this family owned business. James was very helpful and professional…read moreevery step of the way. We are very excited about our new bench for our breakfast nook. Was pricey, but you get what you pay for- excellent service, good communication, good turn over time and excellent quality finishes. Will use again and recommend to all!

If you love pens, this place is for you. I haven't been to a high end pen shop in a while and this…read moreone has a wonderful line of pens. The owner was super pleasant and helpful.

What a great little shop! Found some premium items for my hubby's bday here. Staff was absolutely…read moredelightful, and honest about how well different items would age/ hold up. Lots of lovely pens, wallets, stationary and travel items. Definitely the place for a nice gift for someone with discriminating tastes.

I just read the reviews on this guy..thank you all that posted how this guy is not a good guy..too…read morebad. Thanks again for the heads up..inwas looking for his address to have a coat appraised..not now..

Long story short, my best friend's grandmother left him a Martin's of London fur coat from the…read more1940's that we wanted to get appraised. I e-mailed these guys before hand to set up an appointment and he called right away and gave me some realistic expectations. I am not sure what avenue we are going to go with out decision, however, at least he contacted us.

This is a small leather goods store that is somewhat misleading from the outside. My husband and I…read morevisited them after seeing their add in Vancouver magazine over a year ago. They have now relocated to Robson street and Hornby (near Mac cosmetic store). Here's why I think it's totally worth visiting: 1. Not mass made: every piece is slightly stained differently as all is done by hand. They take leather goods to a whole different level. 2. If you're interested in good quality vs. being a brand whore: real calf, Python, crocodile for a fraction of over priced LV, etc. 3. Non pretentious atmosphere: if you're waiting to be ignored, or greeted by someone who has no clue about details, wrong place. (You can go to Holt Renfrew for that). There are only four people who work at this location and very well versed in all leather and upkeep. 4. On going customer service: my husbands sole go worn down more so than expected over a year. No issue! Carlos is sending them off for some TLC to their cobbler for a fix up. 5. Price: don't come here if you're looking for something under 200 dollars. This is unique wear, and you can feel the quality. Rest assured that you may be spending 400 dollars on a pair of shoes, but you're getting even more quality than you're paying for. 6. Come here and support this wonderful business and don't get scared by some of the very "loud" pieces at the window.

From the owner: Xixo (Shee-Sho) meaning well done in the Nahuatl language of Mexico's Aztec people offers artisan…read morehandcrafted leather shoes, boots, jackets and accessories for men and women in casual, dress and western styles by Cuadra.