Bespoke Leather Oxford Shoemaking Course

Craft timeless bespoke leather shoes in Seattle using a centuries-old 220-step Oxford and Derby process!


Leolo Handmade Shoes
Leolo Handmade Shoes
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7 x 8 hours Location Downtown Class size 1 on 1   $2,200

Every pair of shoes has a story, and in this six-day Oxford shoemaking course in Seattle, you'll finally get to write your own!
This leather craft workshop walks you through all 220 steps of the traditional shoemaking process -- from your very first sketch to a finished, wearable shoe you made with your own two hands. You'll learn how to design and cut patterns, dye and sew the upper, and work through lasting, soling, and heeling like the craftspeople who've been doing this for centuries. Whether you've been googling "how to make your own shoes" for years or just stumbled across the most interesting thing to do in Seattle this week, this leather work class meets you exactly where you are. No prior experience is needed -- just curiosity and a willingness to get your hands a little waxy.
A quick heads-up before you sign up: because this leather workshop uses adhesives and solvents as part of the traditional construction process, it isn't recommended for anyone who is pregnant or trying to conceive, and is open to participants 18 and older. If that's all clear, consider this your official sign to stop dreaming about bespoke shoes and start making them. Your feet -- and honestly, your whole sense of what's possible -- will thank you!
Please note:
  • Leolo Handmade Shoes discourages any student who is pregnant or trying to get pregnant from attending a class due to the adhesives and solvents used
  • Not suitable for pregnant women and children under 18
  • If you are environmentally sensitive or have strong reactions to the chemicals in the adhesives and solvents used, Leolo Handmade Shoes suggests purchasing a high-quality respirator for your personal use

Upcoming dates for Bespoke Leather Oxford Shoemaking Course

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 4:43pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 14 Feb 2027 and 4 Apr 2027.

  • Sun, Feb 14 2027, 9am-5pm (then the same time, for the next 6 days)
  • Sun, Apr 4 2027, 9am-5pm (then the same time, for the next 6 days)
What you'll get
  • A complete pair of bespoke leather Oxford or Derby shoes worth $2, 200!
  • Knowledge of the full 220-step traditional shoemaking process
  • Skills in design, pattern making, cutting, dyeing, sewing, lasting, soling, and heeling
  • A sense of pride and accomplishment
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
  • Closed toe shoes
  • Hair that's longer than shoulder length should always be pulled back (no loose clothing, scarves, or long earrings)
  • A smile
  • Enthusiasm to learn and get hands-on!
  • An interest in DIY design, fashion design, leathercraft, and shoemaking
Session repeats

This class series runs over 7 consecutive days.

Location

93 Pike St Unit 103, Seattle, WA 98101

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Leolo Handmade Shoes
Leolo Handmade Shoes

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Leolo Handmade Shoes is a Seattle-based brand built at the beautiful crossroads of artistry, sustainability, and human connection. Founded by Leanne Corcoran -- a painter-turned-shoemaker with an MFA and a lifelong love of design -- Leolo brings a deeply personal touch to every pair of shoes it creates. Leanne's journey to shoemaking wasn't a straight line, but rather a joyful, soul-led leap toward something she'd always dreamed of, and that passion shows in every stitch.
Each pair of Leolo shoes is the product of a 220+ step bespoke process, rooted in an 18th-century tradition that takes roughly 40 hours of hands-on craftsmanship to complete. It's truly a family affair too -- Leanne's mom, Maureen, still lends a hand in the studio. Leolo believes that what you wear should mean something, and they're on a mission to prove that beautiful, handmade things and a more sustainable world can go hand in hand!

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