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This 1-day, hands-on experience introduces you to the core foundations of shoemaking — from material selection and pattern tracing to basic cutting and machine sewing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLed by Brandon inside the Common Ground Studio, this day is all about discovery: learning the tools, understanding the craft, and building your confidence as you start your first shoe project.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll Learn:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHow sneakers are constructed from start to finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe tools and materials used in professional shoemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCutting and tracing patterns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntroduction to sewing machines and assembly setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll tools and practice materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStep-by-step instruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSmall group or 1:1 setting for maximum attention\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBreak for lunch (you may bring your own or visit nearby restaurants)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10AM – 4PM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat You’ll Leave With:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA hands-on understanding of the shoemaking process, a partially assembled upper, and a new appreciation for handcrafted footwear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ’s:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Is this for total beginners?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes — no prior experience is needed. This is the best starting point for anyone curious about shoemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Will I make a complete pair of shoes?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Not in Day 1 — you’ll complete early stages of construction. Day 2 continues the process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Can I bring a friend?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Currently limited to one student per session to ensure full instruction time, but group sessions will open soon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Common Ground Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49236061585641,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/5943\/9593\/files\/3BE7135D-4D88-416A-800D-D7DE9B36677E.jpg?v=1779500852"},{"product_id":"cutting-sewing-day-2-locals-only","title":"COMING SOON: Cutting \u0026 Sewing - Day 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*YOU MUST HAVE TAKEN INTRO TO SHOEMAKING - DAY 1 PRIOR TO TAKING THIS CLASS*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake your skills to the next level with Cutting \u0026amp; Sewing – Day 2. This follow-up session focuses on crafting the upper — the heart of the shoe. You’ll cut, stitch, and assemble real leather panels while learning professional techniques used in sneaker construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll Learn:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper cutting, reinforcement, and edge finishing techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to sew multi-layered leather pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction sequencing and accuracy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to prep your upper for lasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat’s Included:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePremium leather and sewing supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHands-on instruction with Brandon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse of industrial post-bed sewing machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkspace and all materials provided\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuration: 10AM – 4PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat You’ll Leave With:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finished upper that’s ready for lasting — a major milestone in your shoemaking journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ’s:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Can I take this class without completing Day 1?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Day 1 is required to make sure you understand basic shoemaking structure and safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: Do I get to take my upper home?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: Yes, you can. However, please note that this is not ready for wear just yet. You will need to schedule another session for Day 3: Lasting \u0026amp; Soling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQ: How long is the session?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA: About six hours total with breaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Common Ground Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49236070465769,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/5943\/9593\/files\/5746ABCC-BC89-452A-A7FA-7DA2EEC61881.jpg?v=1783471729"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.commongndstudios.com\/collections\/all-classes.oembed","provider":"Common Ground Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}