Brooklyn Shoe Space
Classes in Brooklyn
Brooklyn Shoe Space is a fully equipped studio space that offers classes and resources for shoemakers. With a focus on encouraging creativity and accessible shoemaking, they provide a collaborative and inspiring community for students of all skill levels.
9 classes with availability
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
5 Seats Left
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)
Repair Labs 2: Leather Rescue & Shoecare
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Learn professional techniques to restore and maintain leather shoes. Discover how to deep clean leather, conceal scratches, and match colors to refresh faded areas. Practice conditioning and polishing methods for lasting protection. Develop a personalized care routine to extend the life of your footwear.
Oct 25th
4–7pm ET
$150
6 Seats Left
Oct 28th
6–9pm ET
$150
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Sun. Oct 25th, 4–7pm ET
(3 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)
Repair Labs 1: The Protective Half-Sole
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Learn professional shoe repair techniques under the guidance of a traditionally trained cobbler. Discover how to prepare, shape, and apply protective rubber half-soles to extend the life of your footwear. Practice cementing, pressing, and edge-finishing methods for a seamless, durable result.
Sat. Oct 24th, 4–7pm ET
(3 hours)
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)
Repair Labs 3: Footwear Alterations & Structural Repair
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Learn essential techniques for structural shoe repairs and functional alterations. Gain hands-on experience restoring heel linings, operating a cobbler sewing machine, and replacing zippers and worn elastics. Develop the skills to assess repair feasibility and preserve the integrity of footwear.
Sat. Nov 7th, 4–7pm ET
(3 hours)
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Knife Sharpening
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
By the end of this two hour hands-on class you will be well on your way to expertly sharpening knives and tools of all sorts. We will cover all aspects of sharpening western and Japanese kitchen and outdoor knives, scissors, chisels, plane irons, leather knives, etc. Students should bring any knives or tools that they wish to learn to sharpen. We will focus on as many of them as time allows. Each student will be provided the use of...
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$50
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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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
Leather Bag Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
In this Bag Making course, students will create a leather tote bag. Students will choose their leather and hardware and learn how to construct the bag from start to finish. The bag making course includes tuition and all the materials needed to make your bag. Leathers will be available to choose from on the day. No experience necessary. Please Note: Class time may extend up to an additional hour if there are many enrollments, so please...
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Basic Leather Tote Bag Making
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Join us for a highly anticipated leather tote bag making course, where you'll select your leather and hardware to craft a beautiful, personalized tote from start to finish. This comprehensive class includes all materials and guidance needed. No prior experience is necessary, making it perfect for all skill levels.
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$450
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
Reviews of Brooklyn Shoe Space
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6-Day Intensive Dream Shoe Making Workshop
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1-day Sandal Workshop
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Wallet Making Workshop
The instructor allowed each of us to create our own small leather project. I ended up making a subclass case. She taught me enough basic skills to feel comfortable investing in leather working as a hobby. I still make small leather goods today! -
2-Hour Introduction to Shoe Making
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2-Hour Introduction to Shoe Making
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2-Hour Introduction to Shoe Making
Really good experience and introduction to Shoemaking. I want more! -
Wallet Making Workshop
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Basic Leather Tote Bag Making
My professor, and everything about this class was Spectacular!!! -
Wallet Making Workshop
Loved this class! Be prepared for it to go over schedule, working with leather is way more complicated than I thought! Even though it went over I had a BLAST. This is such a fun class in an inviting space :) I will be coming back for more -
Wallet Making Workshop
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Wallet Making Workshop
Had a blast- The instructor was very nice, informative, patient with our questions and helped me fix the small mistakes I made. The studio was super cool and also welcoming! There were a couple of different patterns to offer options of different wallets. I love how mine came out and can’t wait to give it as a gift and boast about my handiwork! -
2-Hour Introduction to Shoe Making
Great place, lovely people, had a great time and learned a good deal about the process. -
Basic Leather Tote Bag Making
A nice atmosphere, well equipped, very friendly teachers, a nice selection of leather Unfortunately less Struktur in the lessons Too much option for the students, so nobody did only a tote bag, everybody had many extras as needed support -
6-Day Intensive Dream Shoe Making Workshop
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6-Day Intensive Dream Shoe Making Workshop
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Wallet Making Workshop
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Basic Leather Tote Bag Making
Lona was very friendly and patient with everybody. She was also very flexible with the designs and encouraged to try various design details. This class was a lot of fun and I highly recommend it. -
2-Hour Introduction to Shoe Making
It was an introductory class that got me hungry for more. Cool space too. Good vibes. -
Wallet Making Workshop
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Wallet Making Workshop
Great and fun experience! Bonnie was helpful, friendly, and definitely has the know how's. Will be looking to do more classes, and possibly join as a member in the future!
