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Review Author: Guillaume
Review Date: 17 Mar 2024
Review Body: Lisa is a treasure of patience and she explains about her journey with Shoe Making and fashion design. She is very skilled and great with Adults and teenagers, which requires flexibility and understanding. My daughter and I really enjoyed the session, the different possibilities and the open mind of Lisa. She has a good step by step method and really train us very well. Just be mindful that the session requires quite some time so it's really more a full day experience.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Amanda
Review Date: 09 Nov 2023
Review Body: Excellent workshop! Lisa was very patient and helpful throughout the day (took us almost 7 hours) but also gave us enough to work with such that we could really feel proud with our end product! Wore our sneakers the next day and they were very comfortable. Extremely happy with the workshop and the sneakers 😊😊 thank you Lisa very much for your time! Would recommend this to anyone who would like to spend the day doing something different and rewarding!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ruyi
Review Date: 10 Jun 2024
Review Body: Lisa is a friendly and knowledgeable host who helps you feel comfortable in a cosy environment! It was an enjoyable session where I got to learn new tools and techniques (made sneakers), and chit-chat along the way about craft and life. (photo credit: some by Lisa)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Eunice
Review Date: 11 May 2024
Review Body: Lisa is passionate and knowledgeable. she is also patience and her instructions are clear and easy to follow. Enjoyed spending the afternoon making my first pair of hand made shoe. Thank you so muchđŸ„°.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Alex
Review Date: 25 Sep 2025
Review Body: Lisa was knowledgeable, flexible and personable throughout the session. There were lots of really interesting materials to pick from so we both came out with sneaker styles that suited us perfectly!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Neil Barton
Review Date: 03 Nov 2024
Review Body: This is an *awesome* experience. Making the shoes is super fun, they turned out amazing, and Lisa is really cool (as well as having great recommendations for Singapore too!).
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Kathryn
Review Date: 26 May 2025
Review Body: Lisa was very kind, generous and patient during our session. We loved her top tips and our final shoes, can’t wait to wear them!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Chloe
Review Date: 10 Apr 2026
Review Body: Very good hands on experience with the shoe making process. With good instruction so you can follow along easily
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Chin Yee
Review Date: 15 Sep 2024
Review Body: A very enjoyable experience :) I never think I could make my own sneakers :)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Shireen
Review Date: 25 Feb 2022
Review Body: I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of stitching my own pair of espadrilles. Lisa allowed for a choice of leather and styles at the beginning and walked me through the instructions step-by-step. She's also a great conversationalist who takes the time to share about her shoe-making journey and we talked about a range of topics in the 5 hour session. She can also help to fix mistakes if you should ever make an incorrect stitch so that the outcome is presentable. Highly recommended- whether you come by yourself or in a group!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Pris
Review Date: 31 Dec 2025
Review Body: It was a beautiful way to spend the last day of 2025! Lisa was such a sweet bubbly chatty person. Her studio was comfy and cosy. It was just my daughter and I so we had the undivided attention of Lisa which was nice. Felt more like friends hanging out together on a cloudy quiet day, making shoes while having tea and cookies and chatting about anything and everything. Interesting to hear Lisa’s stories. I was very happy with how my pair of espadrille turns out. Highly recommend Lisa!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Joy
Review Date: 08 Mar 2026
Review Body: Actually my second time making espadrilles with Lisa, first time being 6 years ago! Some techniques have changed but still a really enjoyable session where I learned a lot and got to make my shoes with my hands! Lisa was patient, shared a lot of knowledge about shoe making, and even let me make some heel padding as I mentioned that sometimes the rope texture can be uncomfortable for the feet. I love my new shoes even more this time because of the shape and leather colour!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Alvin
Review Date: 24 Feb 2023
Review Body: You don't need sewing/crafting skills to enjoy this and make a cute pair of shoes! Absolutely enjoyed this experience with Lisa. She was patient, friendly and a total expert in her craft, and made the session super enjoyable! Even those of us with two left hands managed to make something customised and adorable with Lisa's guidance. The materials supplied seem to be of great quality as well and location is a cherry on top. Highly recommended!!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Ruhi
Review Date: 21 Sep 2023
Review Body: Thoroughly enjoyed the experience of stitching my own shoes with Lisa. Lisa is a very humble and sweet host. Along with the hands-on session and undivided attention, she also offered me coffee and a couple of tarts to eat. She is very experienced in her craft and made it feel very simple for me. Recommending to do this experience if you’re visiting/in Singapore. The best part is you get to take home the shoe you stitched.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Audrey
Review Date: 07 Jan 2022
Review Body: I liked that there were equal parts “from scratch” type experiences but also ample help needed given when asked (as opposed to everything been cookie cutter/made for you). Had a huge satisfaction from completing the sandals and they are so comfy too! Lisa was also a great and patient host, very accommodating. I’d highly recommend!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Beng Hwei
Review Date: 04 Mar 2022
Review Body: Shoemaking with Lisa is a great way to spend a few hours in the weekend to relax and craft your own footwear. The pace is relaxing and Lisa is most generous in sharing knowledge and tips about shoemaking. There was a lot of room for customisation which makes the experience and final product really unique. Highly recommended!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Lina
Review Date: 28 Jul 2024
Review Body: Was a very cozy workshop guided by Lisa. Really made me appreciate hand made shoes as it's quite a laborious process. Makes it all worth it in the end when you bring home your own pair of espadrilles. Highly recommend for someone that likes to have unique, stylish accessories or loves to learn about different trades.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Fandy
Review Date: 25 Feb 2022
Review Body: Lisa is a wonderful host - super friendly and knowledgeable in her craft! The workshop is excellent for anyone who's non experienced and wants to try out something new at a comfortable pace). She also a great story teller with many interesting stories to share! You won't regret signing up for this! :)
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Lena Teo
Review Date: 19 Apr 2026
Review Body: Lisa was a lovely host - she taught us so patiently and ensured that we didn't feel stressed with the whole stitching process. It was a lovely afternoon spent learning how to make the shoes! A great selection of material to choose from as well!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Charlotte
Review Date: 11 Jan 2025
Review Body: With the ever amazing host and her 200% patience and warmness. Lisa took her time to guide and explain to us each step and even the choice of the tool. 10/10 will come back again for another pair or something and bring my friends along too!
Review rating: 5

Itinerary

Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: Custom Sneaker Making
Itinerary Description: Select your sneaker style: Van's inspired Low Top Sneakers, Slip-ons and many more to choose from. Select the color of your sole: Black or White Select materials: Leather and other alternative materials available Cut and stitch your own design with the provided soles
Close-up of a white canvas sneaker on a cutting mat in a shoemaking studio, with workshop tools in the background — workshops in Singapore
Hand lacing a custom-designed sneaker at a bespoke shoemaking workshop in Singapore, with tools and leather pieces on the table
In a Singapore workshop, two people cut and assemble sneaker design patterns at a table covered with fabric, paper and scissors.
Two participants grin while holding custom black and navy sneakers theyve styled in a friendly shoemaking workshop — workshops in Singapore
Close-up of a maker sewing leather panels for dream sneakers at a bespoke shoemaking workshop in Singapore, using thread
Group in a shoemaking studio lift designed black sneakers above a worktable, with tools and materials arranged — workshops in Singapore
Close-up of a white canvas sneaker on a cutting mat in a shoemaking studio, with workshop tools in the background — workshops in Singapore
Hand lacing a custom-designed sneaker at a bespoke shoemaking workshop in Singapore, with tools and leather pieces on the table
In a Singapore workshop, two people cut and assemble sneaker design patterns at a table covered with fabric, paper and scissors.
Two participants grin while holding custom black and navy sneakers theyve styled in a friendly shoemaking workshop — workshops in Singapore
Close-up of a maker sewing leather panels for dream sneakers at a bespoke shoemaking workshop in Singapore, using thread
Group in a shoemaking studio lift designed black sneakers above a worktable, with tools and materials arranged — workshops in Singapore
Maker measuring sneaker uppers in a Singapore atelier, with templates and tools on the table — workshops in Singapore
Lisa Teng at a Singapore bespoke shoemaking workshop, designing dream sneakers at her workbench with tools and materials
Creative sneaker design workshop in Singapore with makers planning patterns at a table, using tools and sketches in a studio
Two people at a Singapore shoemaking workshop design custom sneaker uppers using cutting tools, fabric pieces and threads.
Bustling bespoke shoemaking studio in Singapore, with a maker and a guest measuring and crafting dream sneakers at the workbench
Custom sneaker design in Singapore as a participant holds a shoe prototype while using shoe-making tools at a workbench
In a Singapore bespoke shoemaking studio, a participant and designer work on sneaker patterns at a bench with scissors, knives and templates.
People tailoring custom sneakers at a shoemaking workshop in Singapore, placing leather pieces on gridded tables — workshops in Singapore
Singapore bespoke shoemaking studio with shelves of materials and sample sneakers on display around the work tables
Bespoke sneaker design workshop in Singapore where participants cut and arrange custom shoe parts around a white worktable
Colourful spools of thread beside a tan sneaker upper in a Singapore bespoke shoemaking studio, with crafting tools visible.
Close-up of hands placing sneaker pattern templates and cutting along marked curves at a Singapore bespoke shoemaking workshop
Person cutting and fitting leather for dream sneakers using a template on a gridded table at a bespoke shoemaking workshop in Singapore
Smiling pair display their designed black sneakers at a bespoke shoemaking session, with tools on worktables — workshops in Singapore
Lisa Teng, expert shoemaker, guides custom sneaker design at a workshop bench with tools and materials laid out — workshops in Singapore

Design your Dream Sneakers with Expert Shoemaker

Craft your dream sneakers with expert shoemaker!
5.0
|32 Reviews
Group size
Up to 6 guests
DURATION
5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
At location
Group size
Up to 6 guests
Design your dream sneakers with expert shoemaker with sustainable materials
Calling all sneakerheads and fashionistas! Unleash your inner designer and craft your own pair of show-stopping sneakers in this unique workshop. Forget cookie-cutter classes – here, you'll step into the creative haven of Lisa, a passionate shoemaker with over a decade of experience crafting bespoke footwear for Singapore. Lisa prioritizes the use of reclaimed leather in her workshops and is conscious of the footprint her design has impact on the planet. The best part? You get to design and create a pair of kicks that perfectly reflects your unique style, using a range of materials that prioritize sustainability. Think classic reclaimed leather alongside unexpected textures, all curated with the environment in mind. Lisa's commitment to eco-conscious design means you can walk away with a one-of-a-kind pair that's good for you and the planet.Here's what awaits you:Custom Sneaker Design: Choose your style (low tops, slip-ons, and more!), pick your sole color, and explore a variety of materials to create a truly personalized look.Hands-on Learning: Forget kits and instructions! Lisa will guide you step-by-step through the process of cutting and stitching your design onto provided soles. This interactive experience is perfect for beginners and footwear enthusiasts alike.All-Inclusive Workshop: No need to bring a thing! Lisa provides all the tools and materials you'll need, including leather and non-leather options, comfy insoles, and rubber cupsoles. Plus, light refreshments are on hand to keep you fueled throughout your creative journey.

Experience highlights

What You’ll be Doing

Custom Sneaker Making
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What’s Included

Tools will be provided for the duration of the workshop
Materials option will be provided: leather and non-leather, rubber cupsoles and comfortable insoles
Light refreshments available

Not included

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Who you’re supporting

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Select Time for 06 Oct 2026
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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Meet-up at Shoemaker's Home: The Rise@Oxley, 73 Oxley Rise(The Rise @ Oxley, Oxley Rise, Singapore)
  • 11:30am
  • Notes: You may give me a call or message me on WhatsApp upon arrival, I will buzz you through the intercom promptly to welcome you. The timing of the experience is just indicative, some would finish within 5 hours, some in 3 hours! However you are welcome to stay as along as you need to finish your shoes and also, the start time is flexible.

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

  • Every Friday
    12:00PM - 05:30PM
  • Every Saturday
    12:00PM - 05:30PM
  • Every Sunday
    12:00PM - 05:30PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    Cancel 24 hours before activity for a full refund

What to Pack

  • Please inform me of your shoe size in EU after booking the experience. I'll be needing this to prepare soles for you and your guest(s).
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Lisa's your gateway to the world of bespoke shoemaking. She spent years honing her craft in London, and now she's sharing her secrets with you. Here's the cool part: Lisa's all about unleashing your creativity, no matter your style. Sustainable materials? Check. Killer design tips? Absolutely. Plus, she's got the energy to keep a workshop fun, even with just one participant! So, get ready to ditch the mass-produced and craft your dream kicks with Lisa – it's gonna be a blast!
Experience: 8 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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