This commission was a big honor for Footwise and we appreciated the opportunity to be a part of such a fun project. The best part? The same people who made the shoes for Houghton will repair your sandals and clogs when you bring them to us for repairs. You can also arrange for your Birkenstock repairs at our web site. With summer winding down now is a great time to bring in your favorite Birkenstock sandals or clogs for some recrafting.
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Katherine Polk's custom designed Birkenstock sandals |
Custom designed sandals for Houghton
http://fashionista.com/2013/09/houghton-spring-2014-miami-inspired-pastels-and-brocade-birkenstocks/
The uppers were constructed with silk brocade, Italian wool terry cloth and luxurious leather. Here are some pictures of the finished sandals and construction.
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Houghton sandals under construction in the Footwise/Birkenstock Express repair shop |
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The finished products on the runway |
Finished Houghton designed sandals
Progression of work on the Houghton sandal project