squire boot workshop in Loudon, NH

Join Molly Grant at Sanborn Mills Farm in Loudon, NH, to make your own pair of Squire Desert Boots! This simple but classic leather boot is ankle-high with a toe cap and laces and is a Cordwainer Shop staple.

Choose from an array of leather colors to craft a unique pair of Squire Desert Boots, starting with basic pattern making and how to properly lay the leather. Learn to skive, fold, and glue uppers together to create a fully leather-lined boot upper, which is then hand sewn to your custom-sized leather sole. Industrial sewing machines complete the upper sewing toppling but a hand-sewn option is available. Some time will be spent with students wanting to use sewing machines. Last and burnish the sole edges and finish boots with a sock lining. All levels welcome; some hand/finger strength and dexterity are needed for sewing.

Contact Molly with questions. See you there!