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The Cobbler's Last Pair by Candlelight

One last pair of shoes, made the slow way. "The Cobbler's Last Pair by Candlelight" spends a whole quiet evening with Alder the cobbler as he cuts, stitches, soles, and polishes a pair of dancing shoes for the innkeeper's daughter — with a purring cat on his chest and the embers glowing low.

From choosing the leather to the first dance at dawn, this is craft as lullaby: unhurried hands, candlelight, and the particular peace of work done well. About three hours — perfect company for your own slow evening.

0:00 — The Shop With Boots in the Window

24:16 — A Special Order

46:30 — Choosing the…

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