Meet a local leather craftsman in the medina and learn to cut, shape and stitch your own pair of Moroccan babouches to take home.
In the same spirit as our Moroccan cooking class, this babouche workshop is run by a local leather craftsman who has worked in his medina studio for years. Small groups, real tools, and an authentic introduction to one of Morocco's most iconic crafts.
You'll start with the leather and the tools, then cut, shape and stitch your own pair of babouches by hand. No two pairs come out the same, and that's exactly the point.
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Meet your craftsman and discover the leather, tools and shoe lasts used to make babouches.
Trace and cut your own pattern into the leather, guided at every step.
Shape and hand-stitch your pieces together using traditional leatherworking tools.
Sip Moroccan tea with a homemade snack, then walk out wearing your own babouches.
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No experience is needed. Our craftsman guides you step by step, from cutting the leather to stitching your own pair of babouches.
The workshop lasts about 2 hours, including a break for homemade snacks and Moroccan tea.
Yes. Unlike pottery, leather babouches don't need to dry — you leave the workshop wearing your own handmade pair the same day.
Yes, round-trip transport from your riad or hotel in Marrakech is included in the 550 MAD price.
Yes. Families and private groups are welcome — message us on WhatsApp to arrange a session that fits your group.
The babouche-making workshop is available in English, French and Arabic.
Small groups, one craftsman, and a pair of Moroccan babouches to wear home. Message us on WhatsApp to check availability and book your spot.