How I made new shoes

In the 3 day shoe workshop, I learnt how to measure feet, cut out patterns on cardboard for perfect fit, and cut out leather ... [click photos to zoom in, then click the BACK button]



Then I learnt how to HAND SEW the pieces together, attach the 3 layers of soles, buff and grind to make them look professional ...


What do you think? Do you like my Aladdin's Slippers?? Click the 'Comment' link below to leave me a message :-)

Ciao ciao
Teena!

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I made a pair of shoes!!

Psssst!!! Click photo for a HUGE view!

Phew! I just finished a 3 day intensive shoe making class - see if you can guess which pair are mine! I'll upload the rest of the step-by-step photos this week, with explanations. What fun I've had!!

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