Studio membership
Work at our shoemaking studio, on your own time
Workspace, specialized equipment, lasts, tools and 24/7 access for independent makers.
Equipment, tools and space
Professional equipment
Industrial sewing machines, skivers, sole press, grinder and finisher, heat stamper, bandsaw, and specialized footwear equipment.
Last library + tools
Lasts in a variety of styles, with additional lasts available on request, plus shared hand tools including hammers and pincers.
Workspace, 24/7
Workbench space and around-the-clock studio access.
Community
Work alongside other makers. You’ll meet shoemakers, designers, and all kinds of creative people.
Who it's for
Our space is for people ready to work on their own. You might have taken a BKSS class, studied footwear somewhere else, or already make shoes. Either way, this is a place to keep developing your work.
Full equipment list
Professional Equipment
- Industrial sewing machines
- Skivers
- Sole press
- Grinder and finisher
- Heat stamper
- Bandsaw
- Specialized footwear equipment
Tools & space
- Lasts in a variety of styles (additional lasts available on request)
- Hand tools, including hammers and pincers
- Workbenches
- 24/7 studio access
3-month commitment, then month to month.
Or $400 / month for the first 3 months with no commitment. It switches to $250 / month automatically after that.
How to join
- 01
Tell us about yourself
Fill in the form below with your experience and what you want to work on.
- 02
Visit the studio
Come see the space and the equipment, and meet the people working here.
- 03
Complete an orientation
A one-time session on the machines, the safety rules and where everything lives.
- 04
Start making
Pick your plan and get 24/7 access to the studio.
Ask about joining
Tell us about your experience and what you want to make. We’ll reply within 1-2 business days to set up a visit.