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Veteran Clog Maker Crafts Bespoke Shoes Amid Decline

2/20/2026

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Story summary
  • A British clog maker in his seventies spends about 15 hours crafting each pair from wood and leather.
  • He often struggles with the physical demands of the work.
  • His clogs are sent worldwide, with most clients in the United Kingdom.
  • Despite the decline since the 1950s, he says bespoke shoes fit better than machine-made options.
  • He has advised on film accuracy, including making shoes for Carey Mulligan in Suffragette.