Do you want to see how the big brands make shoes? Now you can! More than just a tour through a sneaker factory, How Shoes are Made will show you how modern shoes come to life! From drawing shoe designs to sample development and footwear manufacturing you will see how it’s done. Written by veteran shoemaking pros, How Shoes are Made will give you a look inside the REAL world of shoe design, development, and mass production.
A beginner’s guide to the fundamental techniques of shoemaking.
Do you want to learn how to make shoe patterns? Do you know how to design a last for a high-heeled fashion shoe, a sneaker, or dress shoe? In Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design, we will teach you the shoe last design process and detail the basic techniques of footwear pattern making.
Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design will show you how lasts are made, the shoe last design process, the hidden geometry, special features, functions, and size grading principles of lasts. You will see many different last designs and shapes for sneakers, trainers, high-heels, boots, and more.
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Do you want to be a professional shoe designer? You must learn how to select and specify shoe materials correctly. The Shoe Material Design Guide digs deeper into the world of footwear materials and design.
- Get professional details on materials to make modern athletic, classic casual, and high fashion footwear
- See exactly how materials are used inside real production shoes including Nike and Vans.
- Master the specifications of leather, textiles, synthetics, laces, glue, reinforcements, hardware, logos, midsoles, outsoles, and more!
- Annotated cross-sections of over 30 different shoe types. Look inside basketball shoes, running shoes, track spikes, hiking boots, work boots, high heels, cowboy boots, and many more!
- Hard to find information on material testing, sustainable production, and exotic materials
- 28 chapters: each covers a specific shoe material type, how it’s made, and how to specify it correctly.
How To Start Your Own Shoe Company is for anyone with the dream of starting a shoe company of their own. The book follows the launch of two small start-up shoe companies. Each company has its own style of shoes and business plan. In each chapter we will describe a requirement or process, then we will take some time to explain how each new shoe brand will tackle the challenges.
eBook Download Available.
Do you want to see how big brands make shoes? Now you can! More than just a tour through a sneaker factory, How Shoes are Made will show you how modern shoes come to life. From drawing shoe designs to sample development and footwear manufacturing you will see how it’s done. Written by veteran shoemaking pros, How Shoes are Made will give you a look inside the REAL world of shoe design, sneaker development, and mass production.
Ebook PDF edition – 26 chapters explaining:
- shoe design, shoe pattern making, sample development,
- footwear materials, stitching, outsole and tooling design,
- EVA forming, final assembly, shoe lasts,
- shoe factory prices, quality control, shoemaking equipment,
- start your own shoe brand and much more.
- 220 pages with over 400 color photos and drawings.
A must-read for shoe designers, sneakerheads or any footwear fanatic.
Over 10,000 copies sold in over 60 countries.
Instant download, start learning now!
Softcover Available Here
A beginner’s guide to the fundamental techniques of shoemaking.
Do you want to learn how to make shoe patterns? Do you know how to design a last for a high heeled fashion shoe versus a sneaker or dress shoe? In Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design, we will teach you the shoe last design process and detail the basic techniques of footwear pattern making.
Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design will show you how lasts are made, the shoe last design process, to the hidden geometry, special features, functions, and size grading principles. You will see many different last designs and shapes for sneakers, trainers, high heels, boots, and more.
Softcover Available Here.
Do you want to be a professional shoe designer? You must learn how to select and specify shoe materials correctly. The Shoe Material Design Guide details all the shoe materials you will need to make modern athletic, classic casual, and high fashion footwear.
Each chapter covers a specific shoe material type. Learn how each material is made, the options available to you, and how to specify the material correctly. Inside you will find chapters on leather, textiles, synthetics, laces, glue, reinforcements, hardware, logos, midsoles, outsoles, and more!
Instant download, start reading today!
Softcover Available Here.
How To Start Your Own Shoe Company is for anyone with the dream of starting a shoe company of their own. The book follows the launch of two small start-up shoe companies. Each company has its own style of shoes and business plan. In each chapter we will describe a requirement or process, then we will take some time to explain how each new shoe brand will tackle the challenges.
Instant download, Start reading Now!
Softcover Available Here.
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How to Inspect and Authenticate Sneakers
- How to spot fake Nike Air Jordan, Air Max, Day Break, ZoomX Vaporfly
- How to spot fake Vans Old Skool, Adidas Yeezy
- Complete sneaker authentication details uncovered
- Step-by-step inspection of Air Jordan 1 , Vans Old Skook, Yeezy 500, and more
- 135 pages & 425 side-by-side photos of real vs. fake
- Complete shoe inspection checklist – not offered anywhere else
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- Step-by-step footwear inspection techniques for beginner shoemakers, designers, developers, start-up brands, DIYers and sneakerheads alike.
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The Shoe Company Start-Up Pro Course Download includes materials not available anywhere else.
1. How Shoes are Made, ebook
2. Shoe Material Design Guide,ebook
3. How To Start Your Own Shoe Company, ebook
4. Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design, ebook
5. Real factory shoe pattern in downloadable PDF and live vector .ai formats.
6. Sample shoe specification drawing, 8 pages. PDF and .ai formats.
7. Factory blueprint for an EVA & rubber running shoe outsole unit. PDF and a live vector file.
8. Complete line item shoe specification in .xls format.
9. 3D print files for size 9 shoe last in STL format.
10. Die-cut files to make a cardboard shoe last.
11. Shoe size run calculator in .xls format.
12. Start-up shoe company profit margin calculator in .xls format.
13. The graded pattern for an Arris running shoe. PDF and .ai formats.
14. The graded pattern for a women’s T-strap high heel shoe. PDF and .ai formats.
*COMPLETE AT-HOME COURSE*
Great value + Materials not available anywhere else
Delivered by Mail:
1. How Shoes are Made
2. Shoe Material Design Guide
3. How To Start Your Own Shoe Company
4. Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design
5. Cut-paper shoe pattern from our factory.
6. Blueprint for an EVA & rubber running shoe outsole unit from our factory.
Delivered by Instant Download – Materials not offered anywhere else:
1. How Shoes are Made – PDF ebook
2. Shoe Material Design Guide – PDF ebook
3. How To Start Your Own Shoe Company – PDF ebook
4. Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design – PDF ebook
5. Cut-paper shoe pattern from our factory – PDF and live vector .ai formats.
6. Blueprint for an EVA & rubber running shoe outsole unit. PDF and a live vector file.
7. Real factory shoe pattern – PDF and live vector .ai formats.
8. Sample shoe specification drawing, 8 pages – PDF and .ai formats.
9. Complete line item shoe specification – .xls format.
10. 3D print files for size 9 shoe last – STL format.
11. Die-cut files to make a cardboard shoe last.
12. Shoe size run calculator – .xls format.
13. Start-up shoe company profit margin calculator – .xls format.
14. The graded pattern for Arris running shoe – PDF and .ai formats.
15. The graded pattern for a women’s T-Strap high heel shoe – PDF and .ai formats.
Learn how to make shoes with the Shoemaking Super Kit
The shoemaking kit includes:
1. Softcover Book: Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design
2. Pair of shoe lasts: Choose your shoe size, SNF-1 last
3. Pair of rubber sneaker soles: Choose your shoe size
4. 2.0mm Lasting Board firm 8.5in x 13in
5. 1.5mm Strobel Board (stitchable) 8.5in x 13in
6. 1.5mm Heel Counter (hot melt) 8in x 12in
7. .5mm Toe Puff (hot melt) 8in x 12in
8. Shoemakers measuring tape: 24in – 60cm
9. Shoemakers lasting pliers
10. Cut-paper shoe pattern: the exact pattern shown in the book
Hard to find tools and materials.
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The beginner’s pattern making kit includes:
- Softcover Book: Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design by Wade Motawi
- Pair of shoe lasts: you choose your shoe size, SNF-1 last
- Shoe makers measuring tape: 24in – 60cm
- Cut-paper shoe pattern: the exact pattern shown in the book
Follow the step-by-step process to make your own footwear patterns at home.
Cómo se hacen los zapatos Descarga digital ¿Quieres aprender cómo las grandes marcas fabrican zapatos? ¡Ahora lo puedes saber! ¿Cómo se fabrican los zapatos? te mostrará cómo los zapatos de hoy en día cobran vida. El libro va más allá de solo un recorrido por una fábrica de zapatos, y más allá que el típico libro sobre la fabricación de zapatos. Este es el manual de diseño de calzado perfecto para los diseñadores de calzado. Desde dibujar diseños hasta el desarrollo de muestras y su fabricación, aprenderás cómo se hace todo. Escrito por profesionales experimentados en la fabricación de calzado, ¿Cómo se fabrican los zapatos? te dará una mirada real dentro del mundo del diseño, desarrollo y producción en masa de calzado.
una guía para principiantes sobre las técnicas fundamentales de la fabricación del calzado
¿Quieres aprender a hacer patrones de calzado? ¿Sabrías la diferencia entre diseñar una horma de un zapato de tacón alto y una deportiva, o un zapato de vestir? En el libro Patronaje de calzado y diseño de hormas te enseñamos el proceso en el diseño de hormas y explicamos las técnicas básicas de patronaje y modelismo de calzado. Esta guía revela el desarrollo de diseño y fabricación de hormas, la geometría oculta y sus peculiaridades, la funcionalidad y los criterios para hacer la escala de tallas. Encontrarás muchos diseños y tipos de hormas para zapatillas, calzado deportivo, zapatos de tacón alto, botas, y mucho más.
Guía para el diseño de materiales de calzado.
“La guía de los diseñadores de calzado para seleccionar y especificar materiales”
¿Quieres ser un experto diseñador de calzado? Deberás aprender a seleccionar y especificar correctamente los materiales para el calzado. La Guía para el diseño de materiales de calzado detalla todos los materiales que necesitarás para crear calzado deportivo, casual clásico y de moda.
Cada capítulo cubre un material de calzado concreto y aprenderás cómo se fabrica, las opciones disponibles en el mercado, y cómo especificar el material correctamente. En el interior encontrarás capítulos que tratan sobre el cuero, textiles, sintéticos, cordones, pegamentos, refuerzos, fornituras, logotipos, entresuelas, suelas y mucho más.
¡Descárgalo ya y empieza a leerlo ahora!
Una guía de iniciación al diseño, la fabricaciõn y la comercialización de calzado.
¿Sueñas con crear una marca de calzado y empezar una empresa? En el libro Cómo empezar tu propia empresa de calzado seguirás a dos nuevas empresas desde el inicio del lanzamiento hasta la venta minorista y la comercialización. Las dos compañías tienen un estilo, un presupuesto, y un plan de negocio diferente. En cada uno de los 14 capítulos se describe de manera clara todos los requisitos y el proceso; aprenderás cómo cada una de las nuevas empresas aborda mejor su desafío. Cómo empezar tu propia empresa de calzado te guiará a través de la creación de la identidad de marca, la creación legal de una empresa de calzado, y el registro de marca comercial. También aprenderás sobre el diseño y la manufactura de tus modelos, a encontrar la mejor fábrica de calzado, y cómo vender tus zapatos.
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How to Inspect and Authenticate Sneakers
- How to spot fake Nike Air Jordan, Air Max, Day Break, ZoomX Vaporfly
- How to spot fake Vans Old Skool, Adidas Yeezy
- Complete sneaker authentication details uncovered
- Step-by-step inspection of Air Jordan 1 , Vans Old Skook, Yeezy 500, and more
- 135 pages & 425 side-by-side photos of real vs. fake
- Complete shoe inspection checklist – not offered anywhere else
Don’t get burned! Learn how to spot counterfeits and run a professional sneaker inspection before you buy. We show you how. How To Spot Fake Sneakers is your complete guide to sneaker authentication and inspection. Run your own legit checks. Don’t get ripped off. Start authenticating now.
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Cómo se hacen los zapatos¿Quieres aprender cómo las grandes marcas fabrican zapatos? ¡Ahora lo puedes saber! ¿Cómo se fabrican los zapatos? te mostrará cómo los zapatos de hoy en día cobran vida. El libro va más allá de solo un recorrido por una fábrica de zapatos, y más allá que el típico libro sobre la fabricación de zapatos. Este es el manual de diseño de calzado perfecto para los diseñadores de calzado. Desde dibujar diseños hasta el desarrollo de muestras y su fabricación, aprenderás cómo se hace todo. Escrito por profesionales experimentados en la fabricación de calzado, ¿Cómo se fabrican los zapatos? te dará una mirada real dentro del mundo del diseño, desarrollo y producción en masa de calzado.
una guía para principiantes sobre las técnicas fundamentales de la fabricación del calzado
¿Quieres aprender a hacer patrones de calzado? ¿Sabrías la diferencia entre diseñar una horma de un zapato de tacón alto y una deportiva, o un zapato de vestir? En el libro Patronaje de calzado y diseño de hormas te enseñamos el proceso en el diseño de hormas y explicamos las técnicas básicas de patronaje y modelismo de calzado. Esta guía revela el desarrollo de diseño y fabricación de hormas, la geometría oculta y sus peculiaridades, la funcionalidad y los criterios para hacer la escala de tallas. Encontrarás muchos diseños y tipos de hormas para zapatillas, calzado deportivo, zapatos de tacón alto, botas, y mucho más.
Guía para el diseño de materiales de calzado.
“La guía de los diseñadores de calzado para seleccionar y especificar materiales”
¿Quieres ser un experto diseñador de calzado? Deberás aprender a seleccionar y especificar correctamente los materiales para el calzado. La Guía para el diseño de materiales de calzado detalla todos los materiales que necesitarás para crear calzado deportivo, casual clásico y de moda.
Cada capítulo cubre un material de calzado concreto y aprenderás cómo se fabrica, las opciones disponibles en el mercado, y cómo especificar el material correctamente. En el interior encontrarás capítulos que tratan sobre el cuero, textiles, sintéticos, cordones, pegamentos, refuerzos, fornituras, logotipos, entresuelas, suelas y mucho más.
¡Descárgalo ya y empieza a leerlo ahora!
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Una guía de iniciación al diseño, la fabricaciõn y la comercialización de calzado.
¿Sueñas con crear una marca de calzado y empezar una empresa? En el libro Cómo empezar tu propia empresa de calzado seguirás a dos nuevas empresas desde el inicio del lanzamiento hasta la venta minorista y la comercialización. Las dos compañías tienen un estilo, un presupuesto, y un plan de negocio diferente. En cada uno de los 14 capítulos se describe de manera clara todos los requisitos y el proceso; aprenderás cómo cada una de las nuevas empresas aborda mejor su desafío. Cómo empezar tu propia empresa de calzado te guiará a través de la creación de la identidad de marca, la creación legal de una empresa de calzado, y el registro de marca comercial. También aprenderás sobre el diseño y la manufactura de tus modelos, a encontrar la mejor fábrica de calzado, y cómo vender tus zapatos.
Now you can enjoy the download of all four Sneaker Factory ebooks.
Perfect companions, these books belong together on your bookshelf.
“How Shoes are Made“, ebook 220 pages
“Shoe Material Design Guide“, ebook 195 pages
“How to Start Your Own Shoe Company“, ebook 170 pages
“Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design”, ebook 204 pages
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“Cómo se hacen los zapatos”, 200 páginas
“Guía para el diseño de materiales de calzado“, 199 páginas
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“Patronaje de calzado y diseño de hormas”, 200 páginas
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你想学习现代运动鞋是如何制作的吗?在這本＂鞋子是如何制作＂的一書中，你会看到大品牌是如何進行鞋子的设计。這書決不是一个运动鞋工厂的导游参观而已，這本＂鞋子是如何制作＂的書将向您展示如何从最初的设计图纸，通过样品开发和现代运动鞋的制造來創造一双富有生命力的球鞋。
鞋履设计、制鞋、鞋样開版和大貨生產都是为运动鞋爱好者、学生、年轻的制鞋专业人士或任何感兴趣的制鞋行业用淺顯易懂方式來詳細解释。
由资深制鞋专家撰写的《鞋子是如何制作的》一书，将让你了解鞋子设计和生产的真实世界。这本鞋的设计手册包含26章解释鞋的设计，鞋的发展，材料，缝合，外底，模具，EVA成型，最终组装，鞋的持久力，鞋的价格，质量控制和更多!
鞋子是怎样制成的 PDF文件下載
你想学习现代运动鞋是如何制作的吗?在這本＂鞋子是如何制作＂的一書中，你会看到大品牌是如何進行鞋子的设计。這書決不是一个运动鞋工厂的导游参观而已，這本＂鞋子是如何制作＂的書将向您展示如何从最初的设计图纸，通过样品开发和现代运动鞋的制造來創造一双富有生命力的球鞋。
鞋履设计、制鞋、鞋样開版和大貨生產都是为运动鞋爱好者、学生、年轻的制鞋专业人士或任何感兴趣的制鞋行业用淺顯易懂方式來詳細解释。
由资深制鞋专家撰写的《鞋子是如何制作的》一书，将让你了解鞋子设计和生产的真实世界。这本鞋的设计手册包含26章解释鞋的设计，鞋的发展，材料，缝合，外底，模具，EVA成型，最终组装，鞋的持久力，鞋的价格，质量控制和更多!
The Shoe Designers Double Pack:
This is how a pro prepares a shoe design for the factory.
Delivered by mail:
1. How Shoes are Made
2. Shoe Material Design Guide
3. Factory Flat pattern: Cut paper pieces, labeled accordingly.
4. Factory Blueprint for an EVA/ Rubber running shoe outsole unit. Includes paper
Delivered by Instant Download:
1. How Shoes are Made, PDF Ebook edition
2. Shoe Material Design Guide, PDF Ebook edition
3. Factory Flat pattern: PDF & vector .ai formats.
4. Sample shoe specification drawing, 8 pages, PDF & vector .ai formats.
5. Factory Blueprint for an EVA/ Rubber running shoe outsole unit. PDF vector .ai formats.
6. Shoe specification. Complete line Item document In Microsoft .xls format.
The Shoe Company Start-Up Download Plus is all you need to get your own shoe business started. The kit will show you how to start-up a new shoe brand. You will learn how to write a product brief, design shoes, raise money, find a factory, import shoes and sell them. The download plus includes live formula .xls files for shoe size run calculators and Start-up shoe company profit margin calculator. PC and Mac compatible PDF ready for download now!
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This matched set is perfect for your DIY pattern-making and home shoemaking projects.
Together, the proven SNF-1 sneaker last and our classic rubber cupsole unit are a great choice for making casual-style shoes.
Based on the classic “Vans” styling, the SNF-1 last instep is suitable for low-cut, mid-cut, and high-top patterns. This shoe last also works for slip-on and lace-up style shoes.
- The SNF-1 last allows for a sleek vamp and toebox yet it’s accommodatingly wide in the midfoot
- The SNF-1 last features a defined feather edge (suitable for both hand-lasting and Strobel-lasting shoe constructions)
- The hinge allows for easy removal without damaging your shoes
- The classic cupsole unit has a high sidewall for bonding
- The rubber egg-crate midsole provides cushioning and reduces weight
- The modeled sidewall groove allows for a secure stitch-down attachment
The perfect shoe last for your DIY shoemaking projects.
Based on the classic “Vans” styling, the SNF-1 last is a great choice for making casual-style shoes. The last instep is suitable for low-cut, mid-cut, and high-top patterns. This shoe last also works for slip-on and lace-up style shoes.
- Sleek vamp and toebox
- Accommodatingly wide
- Features a defined feather edge (suitable for both hand-lasting and Strobel lasting shoe constructions).
- Hinged for easy removal without damaging your shoes.
- 5mm drop
Matching rubber outsoles are Available Here.
This casual rubber outsole is durable, comfortable, and easy to work with.
- Faux vulcanized “Margom” styling
- Egg crate cushioning
- Stitch groove for a firm and easy upper attachment
- Sizes are marked on each outsole.
Make sure your materials are to spec with this handy material measuring gauge. Great for checking leathers and synthetic materials. Features adjustable dial to zero out and locking screw. Manual operation, no batteries to wear out. Plastic case with foam padding included.
USA Shipping – Free / International Shipping-$9.00 USD.
Beaked lasting pincers with built-in hammer face. For shoe lasting and sole nailing. Durable economical construction. For production factory use. Stainless Steel with contoured handle. 21cm long, 6cm opening with 14cm handle. Includes nail pulling slot and serrated gripping jaws.
Perfect for DIY Shoemaking and repairing shoes, Leather crafting DIY. Used to stretch and tighten leather and synthetic leather uppers.
The shoemaking parts you need for DIY projects!
2.0mm Lasting Board firm 8.5in x 13in
1.5mm Strobel Board (stitchable) 8.5in x 13in
1.5mm Heel Counter (hot melt) 8in x 12in
.5mm Toe Puff (hot melt) 8in x 12in
Fits USA Size 14 & Euro Size 47
What Services Are Available?
Are you in need of more personalized help? Having trouble getting your footwear brand off the ground? Has something gone wrong with your shoes? Looking for a designer or a factory to make your shoes?
We offer private consulting with Wade Motawi, “The Shoe Dog.” This personal 90 minute session will assess your project needs and set you up for success. Don’t waste any more time and money without consulting an expert – schedule your initial private consultation now.
“My goal is to help you save time, money, headaches, and heartaches. Solving your footwear challenge is my mission. With over 25 years of footwear design, development, merchandising, and sourcing experience, I have been there and I can help. I wrote the books on shoemaking!” – Wade Motawi
INITIAL PRIVATE CONSULTATION: 90 minutes
Additional hourly, short term, and long term services available:
- Break Down Barriers: Footwear project viability assessments, merchandising, design, and technical assistance.
- Referrals for professional designers and developers.
- Strategic footwear sourcing and procurement.
- Introductions to trustworthy sourcing production managers and quality shoe factories.
- Map Your Strategy: Build your business plan and solidify your brand identity.
- Materials, components, and hardware sourcing.
- China quality inspection information or inspection team referrals.
- Assistance with costing and factory price negotiations.
- Staff training, technical training, and private or semi-private customized lessons in shoemaking.
- Footwear sustainability assessments, audits and opportunities.
- Just about anything shoe or product design-related!
Please contact my team via email for scheduling before purchasing: [email protected]
We will get back to you right away with immediate times available for Zoom, Skype, Team, Chat, or in-person appointment.
Confidentiality:
The absolute confidentiality of your project is the standard operating procedure for our team. Your designs, product briefs, business plans, and marketing strategies will be handled with care and security. If you require an NDA please send in advance of your consultation.
Before your consultation:
To make the most of your time, please send a brief outline of your project and any specific questions you may have. If you have any photos, drawings, specs, or product briefs relevant to your questions please send them in advance of the meeting time.
I look forward to helping you on your journey.
Wade Motawi
& The Sneaker Factory Team
The Sneaker Factory has made available the entire pattern size run for the Arris classic trainer, Men’s size 7 to 13 – Euro size 39 to 47. Download of the entire size run in PDF and live vector Adobe Illustrator .Ai formats.
Shoe last measuring step. Durable injection molded plastic. Measures last heel lift from 1cm to 11.5 cm.
Step measures 12cm x 12cm
Designed specifically for measuring shoe lasts this 24 inch tape features a durable fabric reinforced non-stretch construction. Printed on both sides this tape is marked with centimeters, inches, english sizes and stitch count. Steel grommet for hanging. Made in Germany.
This is a real factory outsole blueprint and cut paper pattern. As seen in the books “How Shoes are Made” and “Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design”, Both the pattern and blue print are from the Arris shoe project. With these in your hands, you see exactly what the factory needs to make a shoe design into a real shoe. Perfect for teachers, students and anyone that wants to learn more about shoes.
The creation of the pattern is detailed step by step in the book “Footwear Pattern Making and Last Design”.