Lessons Learned from the Camels in the Sahara Desert Jul 03, 2024

A few months ago, my family and I went on an incredible trip to Morocco. It was a mix of adventure, family time, and sourcing elements/materials for my sandal brand. One of the most amazing parts of our journey was spending a few days in the desert and even sleeping one night in Bedouin...

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Must-Have Tools & Materials for Crafting Exquisite Italian Sandals Dec 12, 2023

This might be surprising for you, but I've made Italian sandals in all sorts of places. From the usual studio setting to the beach, craft markets, in people's homes, backyards, in fashion boutiques, in craft stores, workshop spaces and even once on a curb in front of my friends home - last...

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The Creative Shoemaker's Guide: 5 Steps to Crafting Bespoke Italian Sandals Dec 05, 2023

Build Your Dream Business with Style, Flexibility, and Authentic Craftsmanship

If you've ever dreamed of blending your love for fashion with the desire to start something uniquely yours, keep reading. Today, we are exploring a path less travelled but immensely rewarding for those who dare to step...

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The History of Italian Sandal Making and the Iconic Capri Sandal Nov 28, 2023

Ever since I first discovered this beautiful art-form many, many years ago, I have been fascinated by the craftsmanship, the elegance and the experience of having a unique pair of shoes made, just for you. It’s fair to say, I fell head over heels for this beautiful craft. In today’s...

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My Sandal Making Journey: From German Roots to Italian Craft and Australian Shores Nov 22, 2023

Hello, I'm Kristin, the heart and soul behind Sandal School. Today, I want to share my own journey. Very often I get asked how I got into Italian Sandal Making and especially how I got started. And this is exactly what I am going to share with you today. It is a story that took me from a small...

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The Art of Italian Sandal Making: A Journey into Timeless Craftsmanship Nov 19, 2023

I've been thinking a lot about how to start this blog. What topics would catch your interest and how I could share the little bits of magic that come with Italian Sandal Making? If you're here, it's probably because, like me, you're in love with everything Italian. The culture, the stunning...

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Welcome to Sandal School and the very first blog post. I'm so happy you are here! Oct 29, 2023

I'd like to take a moment to share why I created this blog and give you a glimpse of what you can expect from my future posts.

The inspiration behind this blog comes from my decade-long journey of crafting sandals the Italian way. It all started with a fascination for a craft I discovered during...

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