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Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by annekecaramin

annekecaramin — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:31:58 +0000

If I get into the course I’ll definitely post about it! I don’t have a big budget for shoes either, but I’ll buy second hand boots (most of those are really built to last) and sometimes ask for nice shoes as a birthday or christmas present from my parents. Apart from that I just make sure it’s real leather, or canvas.

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by gingermakes

gingermakes — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:01:49 +0000

I believe they do!

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by gingermakes

gingermakes — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:52:51 +0000

Wow! I’d love to hear about your experiences if you take a shoemaking course! That’s so cool! I’ve always been a bit of a cheapskate with shoes (no Italian leather for me, as much as I love it), but recently I invested in a more expensive, but durable, pair of boots. I was so sick of having to replace a cheap pair of boots every year! So even if you can’t buy fair-trade or whatever, buying quality shoes and taking care of them to extend their shelf life is also a great option.

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by gingermakes

gingermakes — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:46:22 +0000

That’s another good point– it’s ethical and environmentally-friendly, for sure, to buy second-hand or to mend shoes. I can’t tell you how many girls I know that are shocked when I mention getting my boots resoled. We’ve just become such a disposable culture that many people aren’t even aware that there are people out there who fix shoes (and in my case, it’s crazy affordable– something like $12 to resole a boot!).

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by gingermakes

gingermakes — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:44:32 +0000

Yes, they’re not a shoe for every occasion, that’s for sure, and they don’t seem like they would be very durable, necessarily. But it’s nice to see a cute, ethical, affordable product that seems to be aimed at the young and hip.

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by gingermakes

gingermakes — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:43:38 +0000

I know what you mean– it’s so overwhelming to weigh all your options (fair vs. comfortable vs. affordable vs. durable vs. attractive ad infinitum!). I can only imagine how difficult it must be to clothe kids, too, and they’re often so hard on clothes and shoes that second-hand is tough to find.

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by Tia Dia

Tia Dia — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:00:51 +0000

Interesting question. I guess I’ve never really though about it because my feet are so difficult (extremely narrow width) to fit that I’m usually buying shoes that are Italian or Brazilian or Spanish-made and leather. Leather is a must for me. And because most mass-production shoe companies don’t cater to narrow feet, I’ve never bothered to go much farther than be happy my shoes support European workers making a European wage.

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by Miss Crayola Creepy

Miss Crayola Creepy — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:50:34 +0000

Thanks so much for posting this! I think I will buy a pair or two

Comment on Who Makes Your Shoes? by LLADYBIRD

LLADYBIRD — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:33:05 +0000

I love the idea of ethically-made shoes, but I must confess that I find most of the styles something that I don’t think I’d ever wear. Those Loly shoes are CUUUTE, though! I’m also very surprised at how inexpensive they are, always a plus!

Comment on Sewing for my Sis: Miette Skirt! by Kat H

Kat H — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:38:20 +0000

Love the skirt! And love that shade of red. I bet your sister will love it, after all, how could one *not* love a red wrap-around skirt?!?! Looking forward to seeing what you make for her next! Such a great idea, making her a back-to-work wardrobe.