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Authentic Espadrilles Workshop in Marbella

Explore the history of the traditional Spanish Espadrilles, stitch your own pair and take it home as the most amazing souvenir.

The experience will take place in a workshop filled with materials, tools and finished products. This is where you will become an insider on the history of this humble people's shoe that evolved into a major fashion trend. You will find out the deepest secrets of this wonderful tradition.

Together with master artisans, you will craft your own pair of Espadrilles. Hand-picking out of 100k+ different combinations, you will choose the size of the base, the stitching style and the colour and type of the laces. Once done, you will learn the different ways to lace them up!

In the end, when stepping into your own creation of Espadrilles, you will feel like a true artisan. and you'll get a wearable memory of Marbella (one that it is hardly available to visitors) and a really cool story to tell.

You can choose between the following options available in the order box:

  • Standard: shared experience with a glass of Cava and snacks included
  • Premium: private experience with an unlimited flow of Cava, premium snacks, access to premium wedges and premium stitches and charms
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Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Marbella
Duration: 2 hours
Language: English, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Local touch
Subject expert guide
E-Voucher
Wheelchair access

Why you’ll love this…

  • Feel like an artisan as you learn how to make your own pair of espadrilles
  • Visit a workshop in Marbella and learn about the materials used for espadrilles
  • Find out how espadrilles went from humble beginnings to modern-day fashion trend
  • Choose from a variety of styles, lace colors, and sizes for your own pair
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Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • The standard option of the workshop includes the flat traditional base. If you want to make it into a high heel, wedge or platform, ask the artisans for an upgrade of €49,90. Remember to mention it because by default they go straight for the flats

Know in advance:

  • Shared workshop may be operated by a multilingual artisan
  • The minimum age to join the experience is 8 years old
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Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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What’s included

  • Water
  • Use of equipment
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Local guide
  • Workshop
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Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

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Location

Calle Valdés, 3, Marbella, Spain

Meeting point:

Please meet at HANDMADE THE BRAND shop. You will recognize as an artisanal wooden facade with plants, and the artisan will wear an apron and will be waiting at the door.

Provider

COMPAÑIA GRANADINA DEL CALZADO SL

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