The left, as it is, finished. A great learning project. The pattern making is slowly improving.
Stitching down the sole.
Turning the upper.
Drying before finishing the upper. Next will be attaching the outer sole and heel.
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Hi I would love to know how u figure out the pattern ? I’m trying to figure out a boat shoe pattern but I’ve never done this before I’m a little baffled? any tips hints?
what thickness of leather did u use in these? and what did u use for the outer sole? sorry for all the questions 🙂
thanks
I’m still trying to learn about pattern making. I’m not good enough to give much advice there. Just winging it for now. What I have learned tells me to keep it tighter around the heel and instep than seems intuitive but add quite a bit at the toe. Maybe you could cut apart an old pair of shoes for a pattern?