The Cordwainer Shop is a 100-year-old family-owned business located in Deerfield, NH, dedicated to preserving the craft of creating custom handmade leather shoes. With a rich history dating back to the 1930s, their mission is to bring comfort and style to each customer through quality, handcrafted leather footwear. They offer workshops where participants can learn the Cordwainer craft and make their own pair of custom shoes alongside master leather artisan Molly Grant.
Through expert guidance and instruction, Molly Grant, who has been teaching the Cordwainer art for 25 years, shares her knowledge and passion for traditional leatherworking. The Cordwainer Shop also offers a detailed instruction book, "The Pathfinder: The Shoe that Built the Cordwainer Shop," which not only provides step-by-step instructions for making Pathfinder shoes but also tells the story of the shop's beginnings. Whether attending a workshop in New Hampshire or at a craft school near you, participants can experience the artistry and craftsmanship that goes into creating custom leather shoes.
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