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Soft Star's commitment to be good citizens socially and environmentally.

  1. Preserving the Past... and a Nesting Site!

    Preserving the Past... and a Nesting Site!

    See how Softstar is preserving the memory of its historic workshop, and giving birds a safe home!

  2. 21 Ways to Help Others During Quarantine

    21 Ways to Help Others During Quarantine

    Many people in America have now spent 1-2 weeks in self-quarantine, and residents of other countries have been stuck at home for much longer. It can be challenging to adapt to life in a lockdown situation, including finding ways to work from home, keeping supplies stocked, managing home schooling for kids and staving off cabin […]

  3. Handcrafting Face Masks for Brave Healthcare Workers

    Handcrafting Face Masks for Brave Healthcare Workers

    Softstar is now using its Oregon-based shoemaking workshop to sew face masks for local healthcare workers.

  4. Staying Strong Through Difficult Times

    Staying Strong Through Difficult Times

    What helps you feel strong when times are tough? Share your thoughts and stories to give others a boost.

  5. Electric Vehicle Charging Station Plugs in at Softstar

    Electric Vehicle Charging Station Plugs in at Softstar

    Our latest sustainable initiative is complete! A public electric vehicle charging station is now available at the Softstar workshop/

  6. 2019 Movement and Shoemaking Workshop with Katy Bowman

    2019 Movement and Shoemaking Workshop with Katy Bowman

    Katy Bowman returns to Softstar Shoes in spring of 2019 for another weekend of shoemaking and movement training.

  7. Shinrin-Yoku: Nature Therapy

    Shinrin-Yoku: Nature Therapy

    Have you heard of forest bathing? No, it’s not about getting sudsy in the woods. Julia Plevin explains the benefits of immersing yourself in nature.

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