After having a very disappointing on line order experience [wrong style AND size coat was sent??!!]…read morewent to this location with hopes of getting rectified.Found the coat I wanted,was offered an additional 10% discount for inconvenience,and credit card charge from on line order was applied and straightened out painlessly..Service was extraordinary and relieved my frustration. Many kudos to Roy for that service!!

Wow. I was amazed when I walked in the door. This place is HUGE! I soon realized that I had not…read moregiven myself enough time to completely look through everything. It is really that good! I was even a little overwhelmed, which doesn't happen very often with bead stores. They had tons of magazines and books to buy, which I love. They also had back issues of the best beading magazines. Something else I liked was the free project sheets set out around the store. It's a really nice touch. They had loads of seed beads, czech glass, crystals and gemstone strands. I could've spent an hour looking through the pendant beads alone! They also had tons of tools, base metal, silver, and gold (filled?) findings. I also liked that they carried a huge supply of gift boxes to put your bead presents in. I can't think of much that they DIDN'T have! They were also having a great sale on metal charms. They had hundreds to choose from at .50 per piece. They also had another charm area with tons of Tierra Cast charms. They were $1 each or 12/$10. I paid at least $3.50 each for the same beads at the Milwaukee show recently! My only complaint about the store was the gemsone strand prices. They seemed to run about 25% higher than the other stores I've been to. I've heard they have awesome sales though, and I will plan on driving up to Baraboo when I hear about one. I was really bummed when I found out from another customer that I'd missed a big tent sale the weekend before. I wish she hadn't told me that! I hate missing a good sale! In conclusion, I think Turtle Island Beads may be the BEST bead store I've ever been to. I was impressed. I was just there yesterday (Friday) and I would drive back up on Sunday if they weren't closed on Sundays. It's definitely worth the trip! ADDENDUM: Turtle Island Beads has closed. I'm so sad. This place was top-notch. I'm sorry to see them go.

I keep coming back. Over and over again. Sometimes with over-the-top requests like a custom red &…read morewhite set of leathers. Another time because I just needed a warmer leather jacket. Then there was the time I "needed" a vest made from some of Dad's deerskins. ...and then there was the purse, the belt, the cute gifts, and the shoe repair. Every time I got: a warm smile and conversation, quality work, creative solutions, timely work, and exactly the price that was discussed. I feel great about being a customer here and hope to return many more times :).

I have found myself needing a couple of different things done over the years…read more 1. A very expensive Harley belt wore out and the leather cracked, so they made me a new belt with the Harley hardware. 2. The pull strap on a pair of boots kept tearing and they replaced it. They are creative and they do quality work! If I need something done with leather, they are my first call. TOP NOTCH!

Terrible employee. Came in as a serious buyer but saleswoman was rude beyond belief. When I said…read morethat I wasn't interested in anything with real fur. She then criticized my sandles for being leatber. They weren't. I told her so. They are synthetic. Then she chastised me for them going to end up in a landfill. She just couldn't let it go. What salesperson does this? RUDE!!! Side note, I don't have a problem with using animals as long as the whole animal is used.

I bought a pair of lovely leather boots in Colorado at the Overland there. I loved them. Great…read morequality. Durable. Well a couple of months ago the zipper on one of the boots started to give me trouble. I was very upset because they were expensive and I spent the extra money to buy boots that would last. I got the zipper to work again and then today it completely broke. Well, I thought since the quality was good I'd bring them to a cobbler. Well, the closest cobbler is now 30 minutes away. So I thought I'd see what Lake Geneva Overland would say. They had 100% guarantee and replaced the boots. The was a nominal price difference feom when I bought the original pair. But as Gerald explained to me, they make high quality products and they back them and that should not have happened. My visit today exceeded my expectations and I will definitely continue to be loyal customer. In a world of products with declining quality it's nice to know someone still has our backs! Thank you for your exceptional customer service!

Money Clip Wallet - Premium Horween Dublin Roasted Chestnut with contrast stitching and a different…read morethan normal logo. Looks amazing and very well made. I like the non moveable clip. It's a very slim wallet, classy with no ID screen on the cover so it really shows off the quality of the leather. Good stuff!

Mitchell's leather is a part of Third Ward and Milwaukee tradition, and though the signage and…read moreentrance is a bit dated, you can't not be impressed by what you discover inside. I came here not to buy any leather goods, but just some leather for my own goods and was very impressed with both the selection and service, especially during the week of Christmas. Beyond that, their products are amazing, and the factory is a part of Third Ward history. I would suggest that you check out their website to get an idea of what they make, who they are, and their general philosophy, then stop in some time for a tour of the factory. Their bags can get pricey since they're hand made and custom made, but they also make belts, wallets, and valet trays (which you may have seen at Third Ward festivals). If nothing else, stop in for a tour. David and his mother like to show off the factory, and it's really great to have a place like this in the Third Ward.

What a great concept and even better that it's a woman-owned business! They're particular about…read morewhat they take in, but I appreciate that they prefer the best of the best for their customers. Their organizational standards are excellent, and the team is always willing to help with smiles on their faces. I know I have choices in how I choose to sell items from my wardrobe, but I often choose to sell to Style Encore because of the simplicity of the process and the end customer that I know will appreciate what they buy. Great work, Diane and team, for your continued business ethic and for keeping things out of landfills and in the ecosystem.

I have recommended Style Encore in the past, but I have to say that 1) Their clothing selection,…read morewhich is supposedly fashions no more than two years old, is a joke. I have seen really worn/outdated items there repeatedly. Personally, I don't get their two-year cutoff for clothing. They sell a lot of very used items that aren't nice-looking at all (and should be lower priced at St Vinnie's or Goodwill) but refuse to look at mint clothing over that two-year mark. Yet they like to call themselves "sustainable"! Joke is on us, I guess?

I really love this store. Classes are great and inexpensive. Every one who works there is…read moreknowledgeable and helpful and the selection of leather and leather working supplies is amazing.

Lots of leather from many kinds of critters in several colors, excellent variety of hardware and…read morefinishings. Patterns available, some very beastly looking sewing machines. The staff was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and told us about upcoming events.

Another Great Vest From Victory Leathers!…read more I joined American Veterans Motorcycle Riders Association and needed to get a new vest. My first vest I bought from here was a great deal so, my new vest had to come from Victory Leathers. I had picked it out online. Called Eddie to make sure they had one. I drive over 70 miles one way is the reason for calling. The first one I wanted was a bit tight. No problem, Eddie had a size bigger. I bought the, "Leather Vest with Buffalo Nickle Snaps", and love it. Eddie sewed on 13 patches of various sizes. It was around 11:45 when I got there and finished the complete sale and headed home around 12:25. Thank you again for doing another great job for me.

Pretty bada$$ leather shop. Found some cool leather gloves for the practicality of pinball play and…read moremore. Right next to the comic shop in town.

BINH'S TAILORING CAME THROUGH!!…read more I had bought a bridesmaid dress pre-covid. The wedding got delayed till this year. When I went to try on the dress again, it didn't fit! That pandemic weight gain, you know? The wedding was in 2 weeks. I messaged many tailors and only 2 got back to me. One said no, and Binh said yes. He was super nice and understanding. He made the dress 2 inches bigger around the ribs. I can't even tell where he made the change. It looks exactly the same. Incredibly talented and skilled. So professional even though they could have totally turned me away. I am truly grateful and appreciative!!! Highly recommend!

1. She has no idea about pricing: without looking at the job she eyed me and blurted out "$15". I…read morestarted to leave, she then she abruptly said "$5". 2. The job was the sewing of a small hole in the top of the chest on a nice light pink sweater. When I got back she put on a blotch of inappropriate thick bright pink thread that ruined the whole sweater. Rather than make her pay for the sweater, I just took it and left. 3. She does not communicate at all. Whether she does not know english or just pretends to not know english, I will never bother to find out. STAY AWAY FROM PLACE.