Leather goods · Los Angeles
Custom leather work
Made, not just mended — straps, panels, and whole bags from scratch.
Thirty years of taking leather goods apart is thirty years of learning how to build them. Robert makes pieces to order: straps in matched leather, panels, and whole bags.
The most recent one on the record is a brand-new crocodile bag made from scratch for a customer who wrote that the quality, attention to detail, stitching and finish came out absolutely beautiful. If you want something that doesn't exist yet, bring a picture and the leather conversation starts there.
What the job covers
- Bags made to order
- Straps, handles and shoulder straps in matched leather
- D-rings, hardware and fittings added
- Panels and gussets replaced in new leather
- Exotic leathers including crocodile
- One-off pieces from a drawing or a photo
Bring it in if…
- You want a strap for a bag that never had one
- The piece you want doesn't exist off the shelf
- A panel needs replacing in matched leather
- You have a design and need someone to build it
Why this page exists: Review from Vahe Torosyan (custom crocodile bag made from scratch); Derek C. (D-rings added to a vintage LV Speedy).
Drop it off
3371 Glendale Blvd, Ste 135Los Angeles, CA 90039
- Monday – Friday
- 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
- ASL proficient
- Street and metered parking
- Free parking on Revere St
Custom Leather Work at the bench
What people said after this exact job.
“I had an amazing experience with Robert's Shoe Repair! Robert made me a brand-new custom crocodile bag from scratch, and the craftsmanship is incredible. The quality, attention to detail, stitching, and overall finish came out absolutely beautiful. You can tell he takes real pride in his work and knows his craft. If you're looking for someone who can do more than just repairs and actually create high-quality custom pieces, I highly recommend Robert's Shoe Repair.”
“I have a vintage LV speedy that I was not using because of the handles, I asked the guys if they could add D rings so that I could add a shoulder strap. They were all so friendly, and professional. Not to mention they did an amazing job on the project. I am obsessed with the bag now, and so excited that I have a new expert team to help me maintain my leather goods collection.”
“I wish I could give more than five stars! Robert and his team saved me, my sanity and my feet — I bought a gorgeous pair of Nicholas Kirkwood gold leather slingback sandals for a wedding but the ankle straps were too small and tight to be comfortable. They found a perfect color match and extended the strap with perfectly matching gold leather so I could walk and dance more comfortably. The shoes are impeccably perfect! I wore them 12+ hours comfortably and danced for hours with no worries about the strap thanks to their handiwork.”
Custom Leather Work near you
Often booked with
- Zipper Repair & ReplacementThe slider, the teeth, or a whole new zip sewn into a boot, a bag or a jacket.
- Handbag & Purse RepairHandles, straps, corners, linings and hardware — including the bags you are nervous about handing over.
- Leather Jacket & Coat RepairUnderarm seams, sleeve hems, collars, linings and zips — on leather that a tailor won't touch.
- Belt Repair & ResizingShortened, re-holed, re-buckled — usually while you wait.
Bring it in. We'll tell you straight.
Robert quotes when he sees the item — and he'll tell you when a pair isn't worth saving. Call, or come by the counter on Glendale Blvd.
3371 Glendale Blvd, Ste 135, Atwater Village · Mon–Fri 9–6:30 · Sat 9–5