{"product_id":"6-nights-moccasins-with-ottowin","title":"6 nights - Moccasins with Ottowin","description":"\u003cp\u003eLucy runs Ottowin Footwear and has been making shoes by hand since 2016, taking an approach which puts honest materials front and centre of her practice with paired back timeless designs and a focus on craftsmanship and quality. Not only does Lucy teach leatherwork and shoe making courses but also is the designer and maker at Ottowin who release seasonal footwear collections all handmade from their Bristol workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this workshop retreat you will be able to learn from Lucy's technical knowledge and hands on experience to create your own pair of Ottowin moccasin shoes from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe moccasin shoe is a unisex style and an Ottowin twist on a classic which has been handmade by indigenous peoples for thousands of years. It is one of the first types of leather shoe ever created, with examples dating back to 3500 BC, Armenia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ottowin moccasin has a hand stitched upper creating a comfortable and relaxed shoe. You will be able to choose from sand suede, terracotta suede or beige suede for the main part or mix them with a selection of other suede colours for smaller accent areas to create your own unique pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis retreat is designed for somebody with no prior experience in shoemaking, a perfect introduction to the craft and shows what you can achieve with minimal equipment. Though being handy and capable of basic making techniques such as hand stitching and cutting will be useful (doesn’t have to be in leather work).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Lucy will guide you through the process of making a pair of suede moccasin shoes, from learning about the precious material, mastering hand tools, leather cutting, hand stitching and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will finish the retreat with a pair of moccasin shoes made entirely by your own hands to your shoe size. All leather and hardware is included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuede Choices:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSand \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerracotta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeige \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e+ Selection of suede \u0026amp; nubuck colours for small accent areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonday: Check in day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can check in at the Grove from 3pm. At 4pm there will be a meet and greet with Lucy and your fellow students over drinks and nibbles. We will introduce you to the house and you’ll get to know each other a bit better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTuesday\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroductory talk with Lucy in the studio learning about leather and all the components including soling and laces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransferring your patterns onto the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting practice and cutting out your leather upper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkiving and hole punching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWednesday\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting and stitching in cushioned mid-layer to create the bottom piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCutting leather midsole board and attaching to the bottom piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThursday\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand stitching the bottom piece and top piece of the upper together to create your complete suede upper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFriday\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlueing finished upper to outsole unit and finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaturday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSaturday is a free day for you to have a relaxed day in Rye after a week of sewing. Re visit your favourite Rye spots, get some last minute fabrics at the shop or go further afield to somewhere like Hastings or Great Dixter and have a day out with your new friends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunday\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out by 10am.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are 6 rooms at The Grove and accommodation is included. Rooms are single occupancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is included in your retreat fee:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6 night stay at The Grove, in the heart of Rye (Monday night to Saturday night inclusive). This is a 2 minute walk from the shop and workshop where you’ll be.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome drinks at The Grove, where you meet your tutors and fellow students.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3½ days tuition with Lucy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreakfast goodies at The Grove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA beautiful seasonal vegetarian lunch on all days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlentiful teas, coffees and cake at the studio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA farewell supper with your tutors including wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% off all purchases in the shop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll materials and tools needed for the week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can check into the Grove from 15:00 on Monday. There will be a meet and greet at 16:00 with your fellow housemates and tutor. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","offers":[{"title":"30th August - 5th September 2027 \/ Room 1","offer_id":58576473424203,"sku":null,"price":2165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"30th August - 5th September 2027 \/ Room 2","offer_id":58576473456971,"sku":null,"price":2165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"30th August - 5th September 2027 \/ Room 3","offer_id":58576473489739,"sku":null,"price":1765.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"30th August - 5th September 2027 \/ Room 4","offer_id":58576473522507,"sku":null,"price":1965.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"30th August - 5th September 2027 \/ Room 5","offer_id":58576473555275,"sku":null,"price":2165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"30th August - 5th September 2027 \/ Room 6","offer_id":58576473588043,"sku":null,"price":2165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/3588\/5131\/files\/6574786d69557d1dc7a4cbbcb184f4cb.jpg?v=1790162248","url":"https:\/\/merchantandmills.com\/products\/6-nights-moccasins-with-ottowin","provider":"Merchant \u0026 Mills","version":"1.0","type":"link"}