A PERSONAL HANDMADE RETREAT STORY

Slow days. Beautiful spaces. Historic Cities.

Shoes made by your own hands...with our artisan makers to guide.

We're here to help you write your own handmade story.

No rushing. No rigid itinerary. Just sun-filled sessions making your shoes, the quiet satisfaction of hand dyeing and cutting leather, and long evenings around tables full of food, wine, and good conversation. You'll stay in places worth lingering... historic hotels, charming villas, and gorgeous private homes in some of the world's most storied cities. 

Wellness, reimagined with our hands.

Italy. Barcelona. Paris. Athens. Philadelphia. Hawaii. Florence. Milan.

Pick your backdrop. We'll handle the rest.


ONE EXAMPLE, A BARCELONA EXPERIENCE:

3-day/2-night stay with full day shoemaking workshop in Barcelona— bring up to 2 friends!

  • A gentle day of shoemaking — from start to finish.
    • The art of leather tanning — how different processes shape the quality, feel, and character of every hide, and the health of your feet
    • Bespoke versus custom — what the distinction really means and why it matters
    • Leather dyeing techniques— explored hands-on so you understand the craft from the inside
    • Centuries of footwear history — how design, function, and culture have shaped the shoes we wear today
    • The science of fit — how patterns and construction influence the way you move
    • Make your own custom pair of Sevilla Smith shoes, crafted by your hands with our guidance from first cut to final rivet, choose from styles shown here
  • Accommodations & Meals
    • 3-day/2-night accommodations in one of Barcelona's most beautiful spaces, chosen for its character, craftsmanship, and sense of history (ensuite bedroom for 1-3pax)
    • Welcome dinner at a classic Catalan restaurant, shoemaking day Breakfast & Lunch

Stay longer and we can also arrange (in addition)

  • A hands-on weaving and textile art workshop with Marianna of Solomar Studio
  • A hand-stitched leather goods session at Bon Enfant
  • A personal, guided visit to the workshop of master bespoke shoemaker Norman Vilalta
  • A visit to the workshop of master shoemakers Catu and Ignacio of Aldanondo y Fernandez (winners of Spanish National Prize for Innovation in Craftsmanship)
  • A variety of casual craft sessions around Barcelona, including candle carving and more.

Sample Pricing (flights/transportation not included):

  • 1 person $1100
  • 2 people shared room $850 pp
  • 3 people shared room $750 pp

JUST EMAIL AND WE CAN CHAT ABOUT WHAT YOUR HANDMADE STORY CAN LOOK LIKE!

Questions? Email SHOES@SevillaSmith.com so we can begin planning your shoemaking story!

The experience is catered to pretty much any place. 

We can meet you in Marseilles to make shoes by the port and shop for handmade kitchware. 

How about Florence to picnic and make shoes by the river, or maybe we do Seine river in Paris?

Sicily? We love Sicily...let's make shoes on the lovely island of Favignana!  Just fly into Palermo and it is an easy bus with a boat ride :)

Bangkok, we can do that!

Maui, we've got you covered to make shoes in a beautiful jungle lanai after making Leis.

Marrakech, we know it well and we can visit other artisans too from metal workers to babouche makers!

You get the picture. ...it is YOUR handmade story.