Chicago has a new School of Shoemaking! Now people who've always dreamed of making their own shoes can learn this valuable skill and craft. Please spread the word! Our school opened in mid September 2011.
Creating Handmade Shoes Step By Step!
"Buy a pair of shoes and you cover your feet for a year or two. Learn how to make shoes and you can shoe yourself, family and friends for a lifetime."
We are dedicated to teaching the art of hand-making footwearto promote self-sufficiency and sustainability. Our goal is to empower all people to enjoy a satisfying and liberating experience around the art of leather products in design and construction.
Even in the first class: the Basic Tie Shoe class, you will walk away in a pair of shoes you made yourself. Classes are 2 days long and range from the Basic Tie shoe to So You Wanna be a Cobbler.
