Shoe Making The Boot Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This boot making course will start with an introduction to using a variety of industrial machines that will be used throughout the duration of the course. You will be taken through foot anatomy in relation to the size fitting system and be introduced to a choice of contemporary last and heel options to construct your boot. You will have a choice between making a men's or women's Chelsea boot, or a women's high leg zipped boot.
Once you have chosen your style, you will move onto creating a pattern, before being shown how to cut and sectionalize all the individual pieces of the patterns. The tutor will demonstrate the skills needed to identify the different upper materials and hand cutting techniques as well as explaining the many methods of shaping, forming and stitching involved in constructing a completed pair of boots.
Please note: While every effort will be made to meet your size requirements, please be aware that it may not always be possible to make the shoe in your desired size. This is a shoe making course and not a design course therefore the shoe style you make will be determined by the capabilities of the studio. We provide leather for your boots.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone interested in the subject area and a desire to learn but no previous experience is required.
Key information
Topics covered
- Understanding pattern cutting for boots
- Reference to leather quality and grades for boot and shoe making
- Understanding of closing machine and techniques
- Attaching heels and soles
- Lasting procedure (shaping and moulding the leather)
Learning outcomes
- Developing skills and understanding to make a boot
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- HB pencils, eraser and pencil sharpener
- A roll of masking tape (1 inch wide)
- All other specialist equipment will be provided.
Tutor
Nafi Mustafa
Nafi Mustafa began his career at an early age working alongside his father who was a shoemaker. He studied at the Cordwainers College in East London where he gained a diploma in footwear design and a Royal Society of Arts bursaries and City & Guilds qualification in boot and shoe manufacturing. Following his graduation he ventured to Italy, where he trained and worked in the footwear industry, developing his appreciation and expertise in the craft of footwear. Shortly afterwards he worked with a range of brands including Bally of Switzerland, H&M Raynes, John Hlustik Design, Levis, Wrangler, Arrow and Clarks. He then went on to set up his own design consultancy company based in London, where he provided footwear manufacturers and tanners with a comprehensive range of design ideas for men’s, women’s and children’s footwear; both in the UK and overseas.
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