Handmade Shoemaking Course
Master handmade shoemaking for professional footwear: assess clients, modify lasts, cut and stitch leather by hand, and build durable, comfortable city shoes. Learn traditional construction, fit troubleshooting, and aftercare to deliver premium custom footwear.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Handmade Shoemaking Course gives you a clear, hands-on system to create durable, comfortable, custom-fitted shoes by hand. Learn precise measuring, last modification, pattern drafting, traditional construction methods, and careful material selection. Follow step-by-step making, finishing, and aftercare processes while building documentation habits that support consistent quality and ongoing skill improvement.
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Develop skills
- Client fit analysis: assess asymmetry, pressure points, and lifestyle needs.
- Last and pattern work: measure, modify, and draft uppers for precise city fit.
- Hand construction: cut, stitch, last, and sole shoes with traditional techniques.
- Comfort and durability tuning: select materials, reinforcements, and aftercare plans.
- Professional documentation: record builds, refine techniques, and improve each pair.
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