Make your own bespoke shoes in a Private One Day Shoe Making Workshop. Expert shoe maker and designer Hetty Rose will guide you in a one to one session through the process, techniques and tools to make your perfect pair of shoes. Choosing from upcycled kimono fabric, there will be options for everyone's taste. Your shoes will be unique to you, with you having the choice of shoe style, heel shape, fabric and inner lining. Pick from a slingback, flat ballet shoe, heeled sandals or a mule, so you can be comfortable and stylish in your new shoes. At the end of your workshop you can take the shoes home to show off your hard work to your friends.
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Overview
- Spend the day with shoe designer Hetty Rose
- Hand craft your very own pair of shoes
- Uppers made using up cycled vintage kimonos
- Choose your style of shoe to make
What's Included
- A one day shoe making workshop
- Private voucher offers an exclusive one to one experience
- Learn how to make your own unique pair of shoes
- Your expert designer Hetty will guide you through every stage of the shoe making process
- Use up cycled vintage Japanese kimono fabrics to create your shoes (fabric choices provided by email prior to your workshop)
- Choose from different shoe styles to make including slingback, flat ballet shoe, heeled sandal or a mule (shoe style choices provided by email prior to your workshop)
- Choose the perfect heel shape and leather to cover it along with the inner sock inside the shoe
- Learn the process of creating the perfect shoe shape and attach the sole and heel
- All tool and materials required will be provided on the day
- Tea and coffee are provided
- Take home your handmade shoes at the end of your workshop
- Please allow 7 hours for this experience
- Please bring a packed lunch with you on the day
Availability
- Selected weekend dates throughout the year, subject to availability
- Workshops run from 10am to 5pm
2026 Current Schedule Dates
- Saturday 24th January
- Saturday 28th February
- Saturday 28th March
- Saturday 9th May
- Saturday 20th June
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 16 years
This product is not eligible for promotional discount codes.
Suitability
- Previous experience not required
- Spectators are not permitted
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
