The Sandalmaking Workshop

Name: The Sandalmaking Workshop
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781635862355
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Make Your Own Mary Janes, Crisscross Sandals, Mules, Fisherman Sandals, Toe Slides, and More

By Rachel Corry

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Summary

The Sandalmaking Workshop by Rachel Corry is a photo-rich guide that empowers even beginners to craft their own comfortable, stylish leather sandals in a day using simple tools and materials. It covers everything from setting up a workspace and perfecting designs to assembling uppers and attaching soles, with finishing details like buckles or studs. The book includes traceable patterns for 14 original sandal styles, both open- and closed-toe, allowing makers to develop skills and creativity.
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Ideal for craft enthusiasts, DIY lovers, and anyone eager to learn the art of shoemaking, particularly those new to sandal design and leatherworking.

A leading teacher in the artisanal craft of shoemaking presents an inspiring step-by-step guide to making sandals, featuring 14 of her original contemporary designs.

Description

Custom-fit for comfort, custom-designed to suit personal taste, and stylish and satisfyingly DIY? Shoemaking checks all the boxes! Making shoes is a surprisingly accessible and increasingly popular craft, and with this photo-rich guide, even a beginner can make a comfortable pair of sandals in the course of a day with just a few simple tools and materials.

From setting up a workshop and refining a design to making uppers, attaching soles, and adding finishing touches like buckles or studs, The Sandalmaking Workshop takes readers step by step through the process of creating modern leather sandals that are stylish and comfortable.

The book includes traceable patterns for 14 of author Rachel Corry's original sandal designs, both open- and closed-toe styles, including mules and slides. It covers a range of techniques so readers can build their skills and stretch the creative possibilities with each new pair they make.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

"I absolutely love this book and its personal, approachable style. Rachel shares her passion for simple and accessible shoemaking beautifully." — Amanda Overs, Founder of I Can Make Shoes

"A beautiful and modern take on an ancient craft. Corry's book puts the art of making shoes at your fingertips." — Anna Joyce, Author of Hand Dyed and Stamp Stencil Paint

"Rachel Corry is gifted, and her playful vision turns the concept of sandalmaking into a reality!" — Emily Katz, Author of Modern Macramé

"A delightful introduction to the world of shoemaking! Rachel's love of the craft shines through each page and her joyful teaching style beckons you to join in on all the fun." — Laura Schoorl, Sandalmaker and Founder of Pansy.co

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781635862355

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 April 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Storey Publishing LLC

Illustration: Full-color; photographs and illustrations througho

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 208.0mm

Height: 256.0mm

Weight: 835g

Pages: 208

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Arts & Culture Arts and Crafts Non-Fiction Rachel Corry

About the Author

Rachel Corry has been making her own footwear since 2010. In addition to selling her own line of custom sandals, she has kits to help people make their own shoes. She teaches shoemaking workshops all along the West Coast. Her studio workshop is in Portland, Oregon, and she can be found online at rachelseessnailshoes.com.