Barefoot Leather Shoe Workshop - The Commons

ABOUT

Why barefoot shoes?

The world has started to catch on to the importance of our feet and the connection it allows us to the earth. Our posture, balance, and everyday movement start with how we stand, walk, and move around.

Being able to feel the floor and splay your toes is fundamental to good foot health. The shoe industry doesn't cater to the individual's foot shape and size, unfortunately, but you can. In a couple of hours, as a novice, you can shoe those feet independently.

This beginner's leather workshop will teach you rudimentary skills used in handmade leather production. Leatherwork is a heritage craft. It has been done for over 80000 years and by species other than homo-sapiens. It is ingrained in our ancestry. These shoes will change the way you walk, they are the perfect size and shape for your foot and have a thin sole allowing you to still feel the earth below your feet.

About your facilitator

Summer Francisco is your facilitator for this class, they are a passionate leather worker with 20 years of experience. They pride themselves on making sustainable items that will last throughout the ages. From upholstery, hats, and shoes to bags, harnesses, masks, and belts, they have made hundreds of pieces that continue to live on and bring joy to their owners. They are a small business owner of bespoke creations and find great joy in sharing their craft so others can experience the satisfaction of making all the things one needs of the best quality.

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