Intermediate

Quilt Your Own Sneakers

Make Your Own Sneakers Workshop

7.5 hours

Max 5 students

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Ever dreamed of sewing your own custom sneakers? Join us for a fun, hands-on Make Your Own Sneakers Workshop, where you’ll learn the skills and techniques to create a unique pair of wearable shoes from scratch.

During this full-day class, you’ll be guided step-by-step through the sneaker-making process — from cutting and assembling through to finishing details. You’ll learn how to sew thicker materials, work with foam, set grommets, and assemble footwear components with confidence.

By the end of the day, you’ll head home wearing (or proudly carrying!) your very own handmade sneakers — and with the confidence to make more.

Skill Level --> This workshop is best suited to confident beginners to intermediate sewists. You should be comfortable threading and using a sewing machine and sewing basic seams. No prior shoe-making experience is required.

What you will learn

The essential parts of your sewing machine

How to thread your machine correctly

How to assemble a sneaker from cut pieces

Sewing thicker, structured materials

Working with quilted foam

Setting grommets

Footwear construction and finishing techniques

Class format

Full-day workshop (approx. 7.5 hours of guided instruction, plus prep and finishing time)

Small group for personalised support

Friendly, relaxed studio atmosphere

Tea and coffee provided throughout the day

What's included

Each participant will receive a Sneaker Kit, ready for you on the day, including:

Sneaker soles (EU sizes 36–43)

Pattern for your chosen size

Thread and heavy-duty needle

Grommets

Expert tuition and hands-on guidance throughout the day

⚠️ IMPORTANT – REQUIRED PREP BEFORE CLASS

To ensure we can complete the sneakers in one day, some preparation is required before you arrive.

What to bring

Main fabric quilted onto foam (this must be completed before class)

Foam can be fusible or non-fusible

Suitable options include:

Soft & Stable by Annie (available online, incl. Amazon)

Lining fabric (not quilted)

Bias binding, ready to sew on (optional – only if you wish to bind your sneakers)

Laces, or materials to make your own

Fabric scissors and sewing kit (available to purchase if needed)

Your lunch (fridge and microwave available)

Fabric Amount Guide

EU sizes up to 40 → a fat quarter of main fabric is usually sufficient

EU sizes 41–42 → you will need more than a fat quarter

📧 Once booked, you’ll receive a detailed prep email with clear instructions on how to quilt your fabric so you arrive confident and ready to sew.

OPTIONAL: Your clean sewing machine (with foot pedal, power cord and manual)

Your teacher

Jessie Roorda

Jessie is a Quilt genius with so much knowledge to give.

$250per person

Choose a date

Level 1, 39–43 Shepherd St, Marrickville

Access via stairs only