News and Shoes
Articles about what I’m up to
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Last Making in the Netherlands
Comparing models of making models Last making using documented geometric techniques was high on my list of things to do on my trip to the…
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Button Monk
I wanted to make a button shoe, but not with too many buttons. I wanted to make a monk, so I made this Button Monk.
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Basalt Fiber talk at Shoe Materials Show
On Wednesday February 12, 2025, I will give a talk on the performance properties of basalt fiber and its various applications in footwear. This is…
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Two Eyelet Ankle Boot
Importantly, the design was by my client. He had a very clear idea of what he wanted. The stitch length (3mm) and distance from the…
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Lasts and Sizing
On January 25, 2025, this shoemaking workshop will be about lasts and their sizing, as well as feet and their sizing. To make shoes, you…
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Footwear Design and Pattern Making
This is shoemaking workshop from February 7 to 9, 2025, will be about shoe design and pattern making. You will learn the basics of drawing…
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Tassel Loafers
Brown tassel loafers with contrasting brogued saddle, hand sewn split seam upper. Italian vegetable tanned upper with vegetable tanned liner. Leather sole with Vibram heel…
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Lasts and Sizing
This is a shoemaking workshop about lasts and their sizing, as well as feet and their sizing. To make shoes, you need a last. Getting…
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Footwear Design and Pattern Making
This is shoemaking workshop about shoe design and pattern making. You will learn the basics of drawing footwear designs and how to turn those designs…