May 9th, 2009
One of the most unique items to take back home from Amsterdam are clogs, Holland’s traditional wooden shoes. Clogs originated as far back as 1367, or probably are even older, and have been worn as daily footwear ever since. In Holland’s wet and cold climate, only clogs will keep feet dry and warm at all times. And contrary to appearances they’re more comfortable than one would imagine. One can find a large variety in clogs and see clog making and clog painting at De Klompenboer.
At the ‘Klompenboer’ lots of types of clogs are exhibited and stored as well as exhibiting a large variety of antique clogs. The owner Mrs. Jonker, shows clog painting on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If one wants one can always request the traditional craftsman Bruno Jonker to show how to make the perfect clog. All the history of clogs is known to him and he will also tell the story of bridal Clogs.
The significance of wooden clogs is very important. As it has been known these wooden “shoes” are not just for decoration; they are very much a part of everyday life in Holland. Many citizens wear wooden clogs, and they wear them all the time. The different colors of the clogs correspond to their purpose of wearing clogs - yellow shoes for working, red shoes for dancing, and blue shoes for church.
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