Separate Nest Atelier

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Our Story

Separate Nest Atelier was founded by restoration specialists who believed that a workshop thrives when technique, judgment, and operations evolve together. We built a curriculum that honors traditional welted construction while embracing modern materials and client expectations.

Every course is field-tested in working studios. We refine lessons against real turnaround times, real adhesive behavior, and real conversations with discerning clients. You will not only know how to repair a shoe—you will know when, why, and how to price it responsibly.

Mission & Values

Integrity

We repair with respect for original design, never masking issues that should be declared to the client.

Clarity

Clear intake, transparent pricing, and written service scopes eliminate surprises and protect trust.

Discipline

We teach routines that scale quality: bench organization, tool maintenance, and staged QA checks.

Milestones

Team

Elena Markham

Lead Instructor for welted construction. Former workshop lead for a London shoemaker, specializing in Norwegian and Goodyear welts.

Marco DeLuca

Finishing and patina specialist. Known for controlled dye gradients and durable mirror shines<|eos|>