Keiko Hirosue

Teaches at Brooklyn Shoe Space

In 2003 Keiko Hirosue started her pursuit of shoe making by taking Emily Putterman’s (former FIT instructor) classes, following her around town. Over the years she has continued to study with some of the best shoe makers in NYC. She has continued to learn more in depth of pattern making through Eustace Robinson’s pattern making classes (also an instructor at Brooklyn Shoe Space), as well as master shoe maker Marcell Mrsan from Hungary’s classes. Keiko soft-launched k* for Fall of 2009, a collection as a continuation of her vision: chic silhouettes that can be worn from day to night, and expert construction that guarantees great fit and comfort. Keiko believes that the craft of shoe making brings people together, and that bringing future of manufacturing in NYC is not an impossible dream. After manufacturing in China, she soon realized the impact that her small operation has, and has stuck to her instincts that she can be boosting economy, even just a little bit, by manufacturing and crafting on her home ground. She has teamed up with local shoemakers at the New York Cordwainers Collective, and has brought back her footwear manufacturing back home at a smaller scale, offering her k* designed shoes made to order. Along with the eco-friendly, ethical, socially responsible trends we see often in food, she believes that the consumers will value craftsmanship and labor in the USA. To spread her vision, she teaches at Brooklyn Shoe Space to shoe enthusiasts.

(27 Reviews)

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Anonymous review on 7/30/2016
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Anonymous review on 11/11/2015

It was a very informative class with helpful and useful sources for shoe making supplys
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Danielle V. on 9/28/2015

Emily is an amazing instructor!! I have learned so much in the little amount of time that I have known her. I look forward to attending more classes. Cheers, Danielle
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Sharon D. on 9/22/2015

I enjoyed this introductory class. The instructor was knowledgable and enthusiastic. We were each given helpful individual attention as needed!
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Ashley C. on 8/12/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Fabiola H. on 6/8/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by AMANDA R. on 6/1/2015
Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive

Reviewed by Annette S. on 5/2/2015

the intensive course in shoemaking was just great. Very professional and amazing. Keiko is a wonderful teacher with great patience and knowledge. And after the five dense days I was a proud owner of a pair of self designed and handmade shoes.
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Anonymous review on 4/25/2015
Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

Anonymous review on 4/21/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Bejan M. on 4/18/2015
Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

Reviewed by Ursula W. on 4/14/2015
Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

Reviewed by Yasuho M. on 3/9/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Danielle F. on 3/9/2015

The class is great for someone with zero experience, I can't wait to take the pattern making class!
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Maiko N. on 2/27/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Cynthia G. on 2/25/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Ursula W. on 2/24/2015

I traveled from Dallas, TX to attend the class. It was worth it and more.
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Trey G. on 1/24/2015
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by sascha d. on 12/17/2014
Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive

Anonymous review on 11/19/2014

The 5 day intensive class taught by Keiko was great. The workshop has all the materials and tools necessary for creating any type of footwear. The course really does teach you everything from measuring your foot to pattern making to actual construction of the shoes. She was incredibly patient with all of us newbies and really took the time to explain why we were doing a certain step and the best way to do it.
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Andre Z. on 10/13/2014
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Anonymous review on 10/11/2014
Working Hour Sessions

Reviewed by Hill on 9/11/2014

Not convinced that the class is worth for 800. Anyway, curriculum is nice.
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Shonchelle Sheree Granger on 9/8/2014

Love her class! I learned a lot of info from her. Great class for basics. If you have experience with shoe making, please do not take the class, as most people are still in the the very beginning stages of shoe making. However, 001 is a perfect for you if you want to learn info about parts of a shoe and last. Keiko also give additional info about where to purchase materials and textiles. Priceless information!
Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

Reviewed by anita bareja on 9/6/2014
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Juli Lang on 5/12/2014
2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Reviewed by Le Anne Alexander on 11/11/2013

I enjoyed this class. I love that the sc is flexible and you're able to take the clasn your own time. I also appreciate the individual attention since the classes are not that small and I like the authentic feel of the workspace.

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Keiko Hirosue

Reviews of Keiko Hirosue

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Working Hour Sessions

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Classes taught by Keiko Hirosue

Keiko Hirosue

Reviews of Keiko Hirosue

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Working Hour Sessions

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Shoemaking #002: Pattern Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

2-hour Introduction to Shoe Making

Classes taught by Keiko Hirosue

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