I am currently on my final year of Footwear at Cordwainers and what I can recomend you is to advertise this at the University as maybe a student could help you with this or even a skilled machinist from the member of staff.
Hope this is any help.
do you mind finding a supplier in Asia. I have some friends specializing in accessaries and i get supply of handbag decorations from them, Possibly,, you can tell us your specific requirements.