WHAT: this is a 4-day shoe making class. in which, we will all build a custom pair of modern turn shoes.
WHEN:
march 17/18 24/25 2012
WHERE: my home basement workshop in north portland, oregon
HOW MUCH:
$350. (at least 1/2 deposit needed to register)
Sign me up: 1/2 down as deposit to hold my place
Sign me up: paid in full
in this class we begin by making a casting of your foot (they will truly be custom built) then move on to patterning and leather selection, cutting, skiving and assembly. once the upper and sole are attached we move onto turning, hammering and finishing… and optionally gooping the soles.
we cover a wide assortment of leather working techniques and tools in these classes but at the heart of what i’m really sharing are a few simple methods of attaching upper to sole. the design or style of the upper is kind of secondary here, once you understand how to attach upper to sole on this pair you are free to let imagination run wild on your next!
these are my every day around town shoes. with a gooped sole these shoes are road ready to handle what ever this city life throws at them. this style is similar in construction to the 10th c. scandinavian in that it’s a turn shoe, they are a modern rendition of an ancient technique. this shoe has a modern look but blends both ancient and modern construction techniques. there is some hand work as well as some sewing machine work involved so come expecting to do a bit of both. no experience necessary!
this pair of shoes could easily last you for the rest of your life if well taken care of!
space is limited to 5 students per class and they fill quickly. your deposit or full payment will be refundable before 2 weeks previous to class start date. after that no refunds are made.
