Nails You Need To Use In Shoemaking In shoemaking there are different tools and materials to work with. In my 1 Year Shoemaking Program I teach how to make shoes with minimum set of shoemaking tools because you really don’t need to have all shoemaking tools to get started. So one of the most needed […]
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Best leather types to work with for beginners in shoemaking In this video tutorial I mentioned the types of leather that I recommend for you as a beginner in shoemaking. You can try your luck and ignore my suggestions but this kind of frustration can break your desire and passion. Choose wisely. I already gave you […]
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Save your money on leather, make shoes working with paper patterns [Video Tutorial]When you work on a new shoe, before you make the actual shoe, you must check it. It doesn’t matter if you are a master shoemaker or a beginner, you must check if your pattern is correct to not fall flat on your […]
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In this shoemaking post, I will explain to you why the shoe basic pattern is important in shoemaking, what is basic shoe pattern and what types of basic pattern exist in shoemaking. I dedicate a lot of time to the explanation about the basic pattern in each of my shoe making course. Now, let’s start from […]
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Lining pattern in shoemaking Lining pattern in shoemaking is one of the most important but underestimated shoe details. Most of shoemakers don’t pay attention too much to this inner details of the shoes, but they really should.That’s why in each of my shoemaking courses I make a full lesson ( 45- 60 min length) devoted just […]
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Pattern making for shoe straps with buckles [Updated- with part 2] In shoemaking there are few types of fastening that you can use in making your own shoes: Laces Zips Buckles Velcro tape (used mostly in the comfort and kid’s shoes) The fastening element in shoes is very important, it allows you to open and […]
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Hidden seam in shoemaking Hidden seam in shoemaking is all about skills and experience. In shoemaking there are many different techniques in making shoes and how you will make your shoes depends on the knowledge that you have. One shoe type can be made with different heels, shoe soles, insoles, decorative elements, finishing- all these it’s […]
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How to cut leather insoles for sandals using Simple Tools I love sandals, especially with the leather insoles and with the toe strap in front and I am sure you too. Do you? If yes, you will love this post, if not, tune out right now, don’t read it, it’s not for you. In today’s shoe making […]
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