Shoemaking Classes
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3-day Quick Kicks Sneaker
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the craft of sneaker-making in this accelerated class. Customize your low-, mid-, or high-top sneakers using prepared master patterns and a variety of materials. Walk away with a pair of custom sneakers in just three days!
Oct 22nd
10am–5pm ET
Meets 3 Times
$1,200
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Nov 12th
10am–5pm ET
Meets 3 Times
$1,200
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Thu. Oct 22nd, 10am–5pm ET
(21 hours over 3 sessions)
2-Hour Introduction to Shoe Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Explore the fundamentals of shoemaking, from footwear structure to measuring your feet, in this inspiring class. Build the knowledge and motivation to design your own shoes and find the right lasts for a custom fit. Ideal for those entering the world of shoemaking or preparing for advanced footwear courses.
Nov 12th
6–8pm ET
$95
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Dec 7th
6–8pm ET
$95
5 Seats Left
Dec 14th
2–4pm ET
$95
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Thu. Nov 12th, 6–8pm ET
(2 hours)
Square Toe Slipper Making: One-day Comfort & Craft Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the craft of handcrafting your own slippers in this hands-on leatherworking class. Learn fundamental stitching techniques while choosing from premium materials like vegetable-tanned leather or wool. No experience is needed. Just bring your creativity and leave with a pair of personalized, comfortable slippers.
Thu. Nov 19th, 10am–6pm ET
(8 hours)
6-Day Intensive Dream Shoe Making Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Turn your footwear ideas into a handcrafted reality while developing practical skills used in professional shoe construction. Through guided, hands-on instruction, you'll learn the complete process of transforming a custom design into a finished wearable piece, from pattern development to final detailing. With personalized support tailored to your experience level, this immersive workshop offers a creative and rewarding way to explore the art and craftsmanship behind custom-made footwear.
Jan 4th
10am–5pm ET
Meets 6 Times
$3,500
4 Seats Left
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Mon. Jan 4th, 10am–5pm ET
(42 hours over 6 sessions)
8-day Boot Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Refine your bootmaking expertise through a focused study of precision construction, advanced fit, and professional upper development. This hands-on workshop integrates traditional craftsmanship with modern digital techniques for a comprehensive learning experience. Held across Lancaster, Pennsylvania and Brooklyn, New York, participants complete a full build using provided materials and patterns.
Nov 21st
10am–4pm ET
Meets 8 Times
$3,500
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Sat. Nov 21st, 10am–4pm ET
(48 hours over 8 sessions)
10-Day Intensive & Make 2 - 3 Pairs
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Sharpen your shoemaking abilities in an immersive, hands-on setting built for focused creativity and personal guidance. Investigate advanced techniques like sculpting heels and wedges, modifying toe shapes, and developing custom lasts tailored to your designs. From patternmaking to stitching, lasting, and soling, you'll bring multiple original pairs to life. Flexible scheduling and small class sizes provide dedicated support throughout your process.
Dec 2nd
10am–5pm ET
Meets 10 Times
$5,500
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Wed. Dec 2nd, 10am–5pm ET
(70 hours over 10 sessions)
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Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
A 5-day intensive workshop making shoes, boots, or sneakers of your own design! This will be a cemented shoe construction class, and anyone: beginners to second-timers, to advanced students can take the course. For those who cannot take 5 straight days off work, you can reach out to us to schedule a private session. We hope you can join us! First day starts with an INTO TO SHOEMAKING session. When you sign up for class, we will send you a link to...
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2-day Slides & Mule Making Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Learn the art of shoemaking and create custom-designed mules. Master the basics of modifying a standard mule pattern, cutting materials, and sole-ing your creations. All tools and supplies are provided for this beginner-friendly course.
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DIY Espadrille Shoes Workshop
Brooklyn Craft Company See all classes by this school @ 165 Greenpoint Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Make your own espadrille shoes in this amazing summer workshop! In one lovely afternoon, you'll learn to craft a custom pair of real shoes, featuring your choice of custom colorful fabric uppers. You won't believe how easy it is!
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$125
Thigh-high Boots Pattern Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
KINKY BOOTS?! One full day Thigh-high boots pattern making class with Marcell. Using a 4 inch heel last, Marcell will guide you through how to measure your feet and legs, up to the thighs, and create your very own thigh high boot pattern. This class is for intermediate, for someone who has made patterns before, or have taken the basic pattern class the day prior. It is a great start to create your pattern, cut the materials between the next classes,...
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Quick Kicks: 2.5 Day Sneaker Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
This class will quickly teach you some of the basic techniques of shoemaking. This is an accelerated class! (Literally half the time of the intensive) To make this possible there will be minimal sewing and we have prepared Master Patterns that you will be using for this class. You will have a choice between a LO, MID or HI top sneaker. (See photo example for MID height!) You will be able to customize your sneaker via material choices and simple...
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Leather Chukka Boot Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
In this 2-day class with Aaron Osborn from Osborn Shoes, learn to create beautiful handsewn leather chukka boots! Q&A Q: Can I make up a class if I miss one? A: No, but you will have time to catch up with the teacher. You can coordinate to come to the next session available. 1 week advance notice is necessary for any changes. Q: Is a certificate of completion available to me after completing their class? A: Yes Q: Is...
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3-Day Stiletto
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Pick up the craft of making high heels from scratch in this intensive workshop. Explore design, pattern making, stitching, lasting, and more as you create a striking pair of stilettos. All materials and components are included.
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Pattern Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the art of pattern making with our immersive class, perfect for crafting your own unique designs. You'll create both upper and lining patterns, learning valuable tips and tricks for each style. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, this class offers endless opportunities to refine your skills and explore new creative horizons.
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$380
Espadrille Making Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Craft your own stylish espadrille footwear tailored to your unique taste and fit in our workshop. From sandals to slides, immerse yourself in a day of stitching and creativity as you bring your design to life. With all materials provided and sizes available, step into summer with a personalized pair made by you.
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$350
Make Your Own Sneakers
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling Street, Brooklyn, NY
Come and spend five days with us and make a pair for yourself! Jacob Ferrato of JBFcustoms will be visiting NYC to teach a Sneaker Making Class with us here at the Brooklyn Shoe Space. Class will move fast, and you should come focused and ready to work for the entire day. This class is to teach you basic techniques - it is your own responsibility to master them. We encourage every student to bring in sketches of shoes they'd like to make. (Sneaker...
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Sneaker De-Con and Re-con
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
This 5 day intensive course will focus on deconstructing and reconstructing sneakers. Taught by The Shoe Surgeon, you’ll learn everything from removing soles to deconstructing a shoe, patterning basics, sewing, and reconstructing an upper. You'll learn to skive, sand and a number of other techniques and best practices from one of the best. Day 1: Introduction to The Shoe Surgeon. A brief history on shoe making, and shoe brands that inspire us....
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Luxury Women's Wedges
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
This 5-day Luxury Women's Wedge making course will focus on start to finish making a pair from scratch. You will make the wedges from EVA or wood. Michael will help create uppers, and we will spend the time executing the designs. You will be going over tools and theory. Base patterns will be provided and you can create your designs from the base. You will create a wedge heel similar to the photo, but not as high. Q&A Q: Can...
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Women's Flat Making Workshop
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn how to make a pair of simple and beautiful flats, using our Osborn shoe last, patterns and leather outsoles. You will leave class with a finished pair of flats for you to wear proudly around. Important Things to Note: Upon purchase/registration, we will contact you prior to class to finalize some info (like your shoe size). We have lasts for women only. Workshops are about 5-6 hours in length each day. Students trace the patterns, cut...
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Sneakers
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
3-hour course to learn the fundamentals of sketching athletic footwear (children and adults) with an industry professional. Discuss proportions, lasts, and current trend market for athletics and outsoles. Practice sketching and review.
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