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Fuzzy Slipper Making Workshop

Bata Shoe Museum

Saturday April 25th, 2026

Saturday April 25th, 2026

1:00 PM

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4:30 PM EDT

Starts: 1:00 PM EDT

Ends: 4:30 PM EDT

Bata Shoe Museum

327 Bloor St W, Toronto

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$200.00 CAD

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$200.00 CAD

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$200.00 CAD

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Description

Guided by designer and educator Jennifer Allison, you’ll learn the foundations of footwear construction while crafting your own pair of fuzzy slippers — perfect for unwinding in style or adding a handmade statement piece to your wardrobe.

Working with plush faux furs, memory foam insoles, and durable rubber outsoles, you’ll cut, assemble, and finish your slippers with both comfort and design in mind. Strap placement will be tailored directly on your feet, ensuring a fit that feels as good as it looks. With two upper design options and a curated selection of colours and prints, you’ll create a pair that reflects your unique style!

No prior experience is required — all tools and materials are provided. 

Bring your creativity and curiosity, and you’ll leave with:

  • A finished pair of handmade fuzzy slippers
  • Foundational skills in footwear construction
  • The confidence to continue crafting at home

 About the Instructor:

 Jennifer Allison is a designer, curator, and educator with over 15 years of international experience in fashion, footwear, and fine art.  She has led design teams for companies such as Pour La Victoire in New York and ALDO Group in Montreal, before founding the Art and Sole Academy—Canada’s first full-time shoemaking school. Today, as Director and Curator of the WKP Kennedy Gallery, she curates exhibitions, mentors emerging artists, and develops inclusive cultural programming. 

Expanding on this dedication to creativity and craft, Jennifer is in the midst of launching her newest venture, SELF MADE—a DIY lifestyle brand that empowers makers to slow down, make time for themselves, and ultimately make their own statement.

 

Please review our Terms and Conditions in advance and check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Questions? Email us info@batashoemuseum.ca anytime.

 

Contact Information

The BSM celebrates the style, development, and function of footwear across four impressive galleries, with displays ranging from Chinese bound foot shoes and ancient Egyptian sandals to chestnut-crushing clogs and glamorous platforms.

Refund Policy

Due to the extensive preparation to make these workshops possible, cancellations will only be accepted up to two (2) weeks prior to the scheduled event date. If you are unable to attend after this window, you are welcome to transfer your spot to a family member or friend. In this case, please email shan@batashoemuseum.ca as soon as possible to update participant details. No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations made less than two weeks prior to the workshop date.