Discover the art of shoemaking with ‘Making Handmade Shoes: A Step-by-Step Guide.’ This comprehensive guide unlocks the joy and satisfaction of creating your own shoes. With over 380 vibrant color photographs and clear explanations, you will learn how to make hand-welted shoes, the same quality that bespoke shoemakers around the world have perfected.
The book is designed for both beginners and those looking to enhance their skills. You won’t waste time searching for information or investing in costly tools. Instead, you will find a practical roadmap to the fascinating craft of shoemaking, enabling you to create shoes you can be proud of.
Meet the author, Harry Rogers, who has been passionately running a leather workshop called Bucklehurst Ltd. With a successful YouTube channel showcasing craft-related videos that have garnered over 25 million views, Harry has decided to compile his knowledge into this book to support aspiring shoemakers on their journey.
This detailed book spans 270 pages and covers essential topics such as:
Chapter 1: Tools and Consumables – What Do You Need? | Chapter 2: How to Sharpen Leather Tools |
Chapter 3: Selecting Leather for Your Shoes | Chapter 4: Measuring Your Feet |
Chapter 5: Properties of Shoe Lasts and How to Select the Correct Pair | Chapter 6: How to Make Your Shoe Patterns – Quick and Easy Approach |
Chapter 7: In-Depth Approach to Making Shoe Patterns | Chapter 8: Cutting Out Your Shoe Uppers |
Chapter 9: Turning Shoe Quarter Seams for a Tidy Top Line | Chapter 10: Sewing the Shoe Uppers |
Chapter 11: Gimping and Broguing | Chapter 12: Additional Notes on Oxford Uppers |
Chapter 13: Cutting the Insole | Chapter 14: Making Toe Puffs and Heel Counters |
Chapter 15: Lasting Process – Lasting the Lining | Chapter 16: Lasting the Uppers |
Chapter 17: Making and Sewing the Welts | Chapter 18: Making and Fitting the Rand |
Chapter 19: Fitting the Shank and Filling the Footbed | Chapter 20: Attaching the Outsoles |
Chapter 21: Stitching the Outsoles to the Welt | Chapter 22: Making the Heels |
Chapter 23: Staining and Polishing the Sole and Heel Edges | Chapter 24: Attaching Rubber Stick-On Soles |
Chapter 25: Removing the Lasts and Trying on Your Shoes | Glossary & Further Reading |
This book is not only rich in information but also practical in size, measuring 11 inches x 8.5 inches. It serves as a sturdy companion for your shoemaking journey, with each page filled with color photographs to guide you step by step. You’ll explore traditional techniques, such as hand-stitched welts that secure your shoe uppers to the soles, and how to use wooden pegs to attach heels, ensuring you learn the craft from the ground up.
By following this guide, you will be well-equipped to make shoes that are not just functional but also beautiful. Embrace the opportunity to create a unique pair of shoes that reflects your style and craftsmanship. With patience and practice, you will gain the skills needed to produce high-quality handmade shoes that stand the test of time.
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