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Cape Town Cork Sandal Making Workshop
R2 500,00
Cape Town Cork Sandal Making Workshop
Join our Cape Town Cork Sandal Making Workshop and learn how to create your own custom Birkenstock-style cork sandals in just one day.
This hands-on sandal-making workshop in Cape Town is designed for beginners and creatives who want to learn simple shoemaking techniques while making a fully wearable pair of sandals.
During the Cape Town cork sandal-making workshop, you will design, cut, assemble, and finish your own cork sandals using professional materials and tools. No previous shoemaking experience is required.
What you will learn
• Basic sandal design principles
• How cork sandal footbeds work
• Moulding and shaping cork soles
• Cutting and assembling leather straps
• Attaching soles and finishing your sandals
By the end of this Cape Town cork sandal workshop, you will leave with your own handmade pair of custom cork sandals.
Who this workshop is for
This cork sandal-making workshop in Cape Town is perfect for:
• Beginners interested in shoemaking
• Creative individuals looking for a fun experience
• Visitors wanting a unique Cape Town activity
• Friends or small groups looking for a creative day out
The workshop is simple, fun, and beginner-friendly. Anyone can do it.
Location
Our Cape Town cork sandal-making workshops are hosted at:
• Woodheads Leather Merchants – Cape Town
• SA Leather Academy – Riebeek Kasteel
All materials and tools are provided.
Spaces are limited for each Cape Town cork sandal-making workshop, so early booking is recommended.
👡 Book your Cape Town Cork Sandal Making Workshop today.
Quantity
About Our 1 Day Workshops
Sandal-Making Workshop: Design & Create in a Day!
This is the only workshop where we teach the basic design principles of footwear in just one day—plus so much more! You’ll learn the paper method for designing sandals, giving you the skills to shape, fit, and create your own pair from scratch.
🔹 Hands-on experience with sandal design fundamentals
🔹 Learn moulding and shaping a sandal, and sole attachment
🔹 Cut, assemble, and customize your unique pair
Our workshops are designed to be super easy, fun, and accessible—perfect for a day out with friends or for anyone who wants to create something amazing without a long-term commitment. No pattern-making or advanced skills required! We prepare all the materials for you so you can focus on the creative process.
Walk away with a handmade pair of sandals and new design skills—but most importantly, an unforgettable experience! Limited spots available—book now! 👡✨
My feet are Being difficult
If you have special sizing requirements, let us know—we’ll do our best to accommodate you! We are all ears; please don't be shy. Be proud about your feet
Do I need Experience
Our workshops are designed to be super easy, fun, and accessible—perfect for a day out with friends or for anyone who wants to create something amazing without a long-term commitment. No pattern-making or advanced skills required! We prepare all the materials for you so you can focus on the creative process.
Walk away with a handmade pair of sandals and new design skills—but most importantly, an unforgettable experience! Limited spots available—book now! 👡✨
Where is the Workshop hosted?
Our Cape Town Workshops are hosted at our partners.
We host workshops at Woodheads Leather Merchants (29 Caledon st Cape Town) as well as workshops are held at SA Leather Academy in Riebeek Kasteel
Both Can be googled online for addresses.
