Bike shoe pattern template

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Lecture Demonstrations


I offer talks and presentations, focused on your specific footwear interests, or mine, from overviews of principles and concepts to hands-on activities in a variety of settings.

Jeff Mandel giving a lecture demonstration on shoe design and pattern making at the Portland Art Museum.


Custom shoe with basalt fiber midsole.

Shoemaking Workshops


Shoemaking workshops are available on the following topics:

  • Lasts and Sizing
  • Shoe Design
  • Pattern Making
  • Cutting and sewing uppers
  • Cement Construction
  • Classic hand sewn welted shoe construction
Shoemaking workshop in progress for sandals

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