About Us
Men's and Women's shoes
Men's and Women's shoes
Men's and Women's shoes
Perfect fit and custom style.
The process
Men's and Women's shoes
Men's and Women's shoes
Handmade by Zoe in her Austin Studio.
The Process
Design and last selection
After choosing the style and taking many measurements, a last is selected and adjusted to fit and flatter the foot. A simple mock-up of the shoe is made and tried on at the first fitting.
Construction
The shoe is built from the insole up. The pattern is made and the leather is carefully stitched before being pulled into place. The shoe is tried on at the second fitting, before the sole has been added. If adjustments are to be made an extra fitting might be required.
Soles and final fitting
There are a variety of soling materials to chose from depending on the shoe, including Italian leather and natural rubber. After the sole is added, it is allowed to cure, then polished and ready for pick-up.
Instruction
Class schedule
Instruction or studio time available 5-7 pm weeknights.
Cost: Instruction $25 per hour
Studio time $15 per hour
Subjects include shoe making, pattern cutting, leather work, and industrial sewing.
Studio time allows you to use light, medium and heavy weight industrial sewing machines, Sandi grinder and leather cutter. I will supply nylon thread and assist with threading/machine set-up.
Please call or text to book.