Caleb grew up on a local farm and says that when he came in a couple of years ago to pick up a re-soled pair of shoes, he mentioned that he'd be interested in working here.  Given Maggie's retirement and an uptick in production, Dave gave him a call over the summer and asked if the interest was still there.  Thankfully, it was.  Caleb finished up the harvest season at our favorite local CSA, and joined us in the shop just before Thanksgiving.  Caleb studied History, Philosophy, and Asian Studies in college, and when I asked him why, with an education like that, he's sti ..read more

image via Holiday shopping can be so hard.  You want to get something useful, something memorable, or just something that your recipient does not already own.  So you think long and hard, you make plans, you finally make or purchase something and then, just 12 short months later, you're right back where you started.  At least that's how it all goes 'round in my brain... If you've ever thought about giving 100% American made leather shoes, then you're in luck.  Giving an Aurora Shoe Co. gift certificate has just gotten easier.  Instead of contacting us and w ..read more

At the Aurora Shoe Company, we passionately support small business and handmade and local goods. As a visitor of our blog, we thought that you might feel the same way. In our Meet the Neighbors series we're featuring businesses and people who reflect our own values and whom we feel lucky to call neighbors and friends. We live and work in a teensy little town, so every time something more interesting than a gas station opens we get excited (actually, we get pretty excited about those, too).  Second Story Rose has been around for years now, but it still feels new enough to be a bit of ..read more

One of our most versatile styles for women, the Chinese is based on a Chinese dance slipper.  Featuring a rounded toe, adjustable strap, and minimal stitching, this shoe is as stylish as it is comfortable.  When I'm heading out the door and want to look a little bit more put together, I slip these on knowing that I can do anything and go anywhere without giving my feet a second thought.  These photos were taken on a beautiful day in April, just before spring had really sprung.  We love sharing photos of where we live and work, and this batch was taken about a mile down the ..read more

At the Aurora Shoe Company, we passionately support small business and handmade and local goods. As a visitor of our blog, we thought that you might feel the same way. In our Meet the Neighbors series we're featuring businesses and people who reflect our own values and whom we feel lucky to call neighbors and friends. Visiting the shop of local artisan and furniture maker, Anto Parseghian was a real treat.  Located about 5 miles south of our shop, Anto has been creating furniture using responsible and sustainable methods in the classic Adirondack twig style since 1996.  He ..read more

Our shop has been closed for the past couple of months while we've worked on expanding.  We're insulating and increasing our production space, and while our doors are closed, we're still here working away, making shoes and fulfilling our online orders.  Here are some shots from around the shop - great lighting thanks to our new sky lights! visit our shop at www.aurorashoeco.com ..read more

At the Aurora Shoe Company, we passionately support small business and handmade and local goods. As a visitor of our blog, we thought that you might feel the same way. In our Meet the Neighbors series we're featuring businesses and people who reflect our own values and whom we feel lucky to call neighbors and friends. I walked into Craftstitute in Ithaca knowing that I'd like it.  The craft school, which opened its doors exactly one year ago, offers a huge range of classes and workshops, ranging from edible things like cheese and coffee, to slightly more obscure crafts like indigo f ..read more

It was a real pleasure to get together with local author, and fellow maker, Maya Pagan Donenfeld.  We gave Maya a shop tour, and talked about her new book, which offers up some really inspirational advice for creating a new self identity after crisis, trauma, or loss.  It's called Hope Make Heal; 20 Crafts to Mend the Heart and would make a wonderful gift for a friend or for one's self.  Maya's personal story involves an unexpected divorce, and her crafts and thoughts are all about slowly re-building her sense of self and self-worth. Maya was a great sport in the snow, but we b ..read more

We're surrounded by beauty here in Aurora.  I think we all spend as much time as possible on or near the lake all summer, but mild winter days can be pretty great, too.  The geese were making lots of noise and the waves were calmly rolling in while we took a few photos this morning.  Hot coffee was a nice treat after an hour spent in the cold.  Our Auroras have stayed pretty local this year.  Where are your Auroras taking YOU? visit our shop at www.aurorashoeco.com ..read more

Are you stressing about last minute Christmas gifts, or just looking for something to give someone special?  We've got you covered!  Our gift cards come to you as a coupon code and are perfect for giving.  You are able to customize the amount and your gift is sure to fit and flatter.   visit our shop at www.aurorashoeco.com ..read more