shoemaking

  1. DIY mules with a tiny stacked heel

    Handmade leather mules with stacked heels using secondhand shoe lasts and simplified shoemaking techniques. Comfortable slip-on design adapted from The Sandalmaking Workshop book.

  2. DIY Tying Sandals

    Handcrafted leather tying sandals made with proper materials after learning from previous attempts. Features 1.8mm leather uppers, stiff leather footbeds, and durable Vibram soles.

  3. DIY espadrille sneakers

    Handmade espadrille sneakers featuring colorful wax print fabric and Prym soles. A lightweight summer footwear project demonstrating pattern adaptation and sustainable shoe-making techniques with easy-to-mend construction.

  4. My very first espadrille sandals

    First attempt at making espadrille sandals using a Tipu and Tapu kit with a custom pattern and repurposed sneaker kit eyelets. A comfortable, versatile summer shoe with adjustable lacing options and a cheerful fabric design.

  5. A second pair of DIY shoes

    Second handmade footwear project: low-top sneakers in a subtle blue-gray suede. Exploring pattern modifications and construction techniques with the Sneaker Kit system.

  6. My very first pair of me-made shoes! ✨

    First DIY footwear project using the Sneaker Kit: handmade high-top sneakers in black nubuck leather. A beginner-friendly introduction to shoemaking with a classic silhouette.