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ICANMAKESHOES visits NYC! STILETTO CLASS!
Mar
1
to Mar 3
Visiting Classes

ICANMAKESHOES visits NYC! STILETTO CLASS!

3-Day Stiletto Class
from $1,150.00

In this 3-day workshop, you will learn how to make high heels from start to finish. To make this accelerated class possible, we will minimize the steps by using pre-existing components using a pointy toe last. At this moment, If your design idea is not a pointy toe, please take a 5-day intensive course. Otherwise, you will have more work to do, and may run out of time as you will make everything from scratch, including the components.

Day1- Design, pattern making, and cutting the leathers. Start stitching uppers.

Day 2-Stitch the uppers and start lasting, preferably finish lasting.

Day 3- Finish lasting and attach heels and sole the shoes

Book a Private Class: If you're in a hurry and prefer a one-on-one session, you can schedule a private class on a day that works best for you.

Join a Group Class: If you can plan ahead with at least one month’s notice, you can sign up for a group class on a day of your choice. We’ll post available dates on the calendar and see if others are interested in joining. Please note, we need a minimum of 2 students to hold a group class.

All components and materials, uppers and lining included in the tuition.

In this class, we will use pointy-toe lasts with a 3.5-inch heel height.

For other toe shapes and heel heights, please take the 5-day intensive course.

We have high heel stiletto making kits on our webshop for you to make them at home too!

Teachers: Bonnie or Keiko

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INTRO TO SHOEMAKING
Sep
18
6:30 PM18:30
made in brooklyn, Classes, Visiting Classes

INTRO TO SHOEMAKING

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making
from $100.00

We regularly have these classes scheduled in our calendar!

Duration: 2 Hours (Single-session class)

Format: Group or private session (in-person or online available)
Skill Level: Open to all. Ideal for beginners and curious makers
Tuition: $100
Class Size: Private or small group (2-student minimum for group class)

We roughly cover this content in the 5-day course on day 1, in the morning as well.

Course Objectives

By the end of this intro session, students will:

  • Understand the basic construction and anatomy of footwear

  • Learn common shoemaking terminology and techniques

  • Discover what lasts are and how they influence fit and design

  • Learn how to measure their own feet accurately for shoemaking

  • Gain insight into sourcing materials and tools

  • Begin sketching ideas and feeling confident to design their first pair of shoes

  • Be better prepared to take hands-on shoemaking classes with the right knowledge and supplies

Topics Covered

Footwear Construction Fundamentals

  • Parts of a shoe: upper, lining, insole, midsole, shank, outsole, heel, toplift and more

  • Overview of different shoe construction methods (cemented, Strobel stitched, Handwelted etc.)

  • What makes a well-made shoe?

Lasts & Fit

  • What is a last and why is it the foundation of shoemaking?

  • How to measure your feet and choose the right last shape

  • Tips on modifying or ordering custom lasts

  • Fit considerations based on design (heels, sneakers, sandals, boots, barefoot)

Materials & Tools

  • Types of leather and alternatives used in uppers and linings

  • Overview of soling materials and hardware

  • Where to source materials locally and online

  • Recommendations on essential tools for beginners

Design & Inspiration

  • Starting a sketch: design intention vs. technical needs

  • Consider silhouette, function, closure type, and material

  • Students are encouraged to sketch a rough idea for their first shoe

Recommended For:

  • Beginners looking to explore footwear design before diving into construction

  • Students planning to take future shoemaking courses (sandal-making, sneaker, or boot classes)

  • Designers and creatives who want to understand the foundation of footwear production. (We cover differences between manufactured shoes vs handmade shoes)

  • Anyone looking to custom order a last ahead of a more advanced course

If you don’t see a class on the calendar that fits your schedule, you can book a date that works for you!

Private Class: Prefer a one-on-one session or working on a specific project? Book a private intro class at your convenience.

Group Class:If you’re planning ahead, you can join a group class. Let us know your availability at least 30 days in advance. We’ll post it on the calendar and open it to others. Please note: 2 students minimum required to run a group session.

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SHOE TALKS
Feb
4
6:00 PM18:00
Visiting Classes, Shoe Talks

SHOE TALKS

Jacob Ferrato is the person behind @JBFcustoms.  He made his name reconstructing Nikes and Jordan's for celebrities and sneaker heads alike, and has recently started making his own sneakers.

Come and join us and hear more about the sneaker making process and his personal journey to success. Come mingle! Come check out his shoes!

RSVP: hello at brooklynshoespace.com

 

 

 

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PLANT HANGER MACRAME WORKSHOP
Jan
23
4:30 PM16:30
Classes, Visiting Classes

PLANT HANGER MACRAME WORKSHOP

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