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A person stitching and measuring leather espadrilles with a tape measure on a crafting board during workshops in Singapore
Lisa Teng smiles while holding a pair of handmade leather espadrilles in her Singapore workshop, showcasing the finished uppers
Hands pinning a black leather espadrille upper to an espadrille sole on a cutting mat at workshops in Singapore
Top-down view of espadrille forms and matching woven panels on a cutting mat with orange shears in a Singapore workshop
Lisa Teng stitches an espadrille upper at a craft workstation in Singapore, with thread, pins, and tools in view
Three participants holding handmade espadrilles in a shoemaking studio, with pairs and tools on tables at workshops in Singapore
Participants fitting sustainable leather espadrilles at a gridded table, sewing uppers and soles at workshops in Singapore
A person stitching and measuring leather espadrilles with a tape measure on a crafting board during workshops in Singapore
Lisa Teng smiles while holding a pair of handmade leather espadrilles in her Singapore workshop, showcasing the finished uppers
Hands pinning a black leather espadrille upper to an espadrille sole on a cutting mat at workshops in Singapore
Top-down view of espadrille forms and matching woven panels on a cutting mat with orange shears in a Singapore workshop
Lisa Teng stitches an espadrille upper at a craft workstation in Singapore, with thread, pins, and tools in view
Three participants holding handmade espadrilles in a shoemaking studio, with pairs and tools on tables at workshops in Singapore
Participants fitting sustainable leather espadrilles at a gridded table, sewing uppers and soles at workshops in Singapore
Small group of participants making leather espadrilles at shared worktables, with scissors and templates during workshops in Singapore
Participants using handheld tools to finish a leather espadrille on the worktable, with supplies laid out at workshops in Singapore
Smiling participants with shoe patterns and tools as they shape handmade espadrilles in a bright studio at workshops in Singapore
Woven brown espadrille pieces sit on a gridded cutting mat beside measuring tools and orange-handled scissors in Singapore

Sustainable Leather Espadrilles with Expert Shoemaker

Craft your own bespoke leather espadrilles with a European trained shoemaker
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Group size
Up to 6 guests
DURATION
3.5 hours
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
At location
Group size
Up to 6 guests
Craft your own leather espadrilles (open toe or mules) with a skilled shoemaker
Enjoy a fun and interactive workshop making your own, custom designed pair of Espadrille leather sandals in the home of a London trained shoemaker. Lisa, the host, has over 10 years of experience in the industry, creating custom fashion items from carefully sourced materials and employing world class shoe making techniques.You'll get to choose between two styles of espadrilles to make: open toe style or mules espadrilles! Why choose thisWhat makes this experience special is Lisa's commitment to using reclaimed leather and her consciousness of the environmental impact of her designs. In this 3.5-hour workshop, you will have the opportunity to select your leather material, as well as cut and stitch your own shape onto provided soles. Tools and materials will be provided, and light refreshments will be available.What to ExpectLearn the art of shoemaking from an experienced and dynamic shoemakerSelect your preferred leather materialEspadrille Style to choose from: open toe style or mules espadrille Cut and stitch your own shape onto provided solesUse reclaimed leather, contributing to sustainabilityEnjoy a casual and interactive workshop in the home of a shoemakerReceive tools and materials needed for the workshopLight refreshments will be provided

Experience highlights

What You’ll be Doing

DIY Custom Leather Espadrille Sandals
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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, soles made from jute & rubber
Light refreshments available

Who you’re supporting

women_owned

Women-led Wonder

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Next Available Dates

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Select Time for 13 Jun 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 Saturday
    11:30AM - 03:00PM
  • Every Sunday
    11:30AM - 03:00PM

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 metrics, 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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