Make Authentic Espadrilles Shoes in Marbella
Costa del Sol, Marbella
Visit a workshop and learn how to make traditional Spanish espadrilles and it's story. Stitch your own pair with our artisan's help and take them home with you as a unique souvenir.
Espadrilles Workshop in Marbella for All Ages
Join a hands-on workshop in Marbella to craft your own pair of traditional Spanish espadrilles. Suitable for ages 5 and up.
Highlights
- Learn artisan techniques to make your own espadrilles
- Visit a local workshop and explore espadrille materials
- Discover the history and evolution of espadrilles
- Choose from various styles, lace colors, and sizes
- Create a complete pair of espadrilles to take home
Description
This workshop offers an immersive experience tracing the history of traditional Spanish espadrilles. Perfect for anyone from age 5 to 99, you will meet at a Marbella workshop stocked with materials, tools, and finished shoes.
Under the guidance of master artisans, you will pick from over 100,000 combinations of base sizes, stitching styles, and lace colors to design your own shoes. You will also learn different methods of lacing your espadrilles.
The session includes a choice of cava or non-alcoholic drinks, available upon request. At the end, you will leave wearing the shoes you created, giving you a unique, wearable memory and insight into this iconic Spanish craft.
This experience has received the Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award in 2021 and 2023 and has been featured by BuzzFeed, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.
Includes
- Workshop visit and instructions
- Snacks
- Cava or non-alcoholic drinks
- One pair of handmade espadrilles
Excludes
- Transportation to and from the workshop
The standard workshop uses the flat traditional espadrille base. For options such as high heel, wedge, or platform bases, request an upgrade with the artisans in advance.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds available for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the workshop start time.
For best availability, book your seat early. For last-minute bookings, contact the workshop directly any time.
