I took a tour of some studios in the artisan’s zone, the Oltrarno, in Florence.

Our first stop was a bronze worker’s studio. You will see him and hear him talk in the video.

Walking down the Via Maggio to out next visit, I passed a shop with the largest most amazing Murano chandelier!

The second visit was to a shoemaker whose family business extends back to pre WWII. The current owner/designer is Valentina Rangoni. She has her designs ready for you to buy and/or she will make custom shoes just for your feet!

I took some pictures of her shoes that would be so nice to wear!

In a few weeks we’re returning to the scene and visiting more workshops.