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Five-Day Intense Shoemaking

Duration: 35 hours

Class times: 10am till 6pm

This class is aimed at beginners and improvers looking to gain knowledge and technique over a short intense period.

Students spend the first part of the course learning basic pattern cutting skills and produce patterns for a full pair of ladies shoes. They move on to preparing the upper and component materials with the aim of completing a pair by the end of the session. The emphasis is on construction but, depending on individual ability and skill level, it may be possible for students to interpret their own design ideas. The tutor will discuss this with each student during the preliminary stages of the course.

A choice of ladies lasts are on offer for the use of students during the workshop sessions and shoes can be made in their own standard size (British 2 to 11, European 35 to 45, American 4.5 to 13.5), subject to availability.

Course Tutors

Chau Har Lee: Chau graduated from Cordwainers College in London with a degree in Footwear in 2002 and has since worked as a freelance footwear and accessory designer as well as lecturer at P&M. Chau has her own label of ladies shoes and bags which shows during Paris Fashion Week and has collaborated with several fashion and footwear designers including the Black Truffle boutique.
Sebastian Tarek: Sebastian developed his craft in his native Australia where he studied traditional shoemaking and leather-craft techniques. He specialises in bespoke and made-to-order footwear for men and women which requires a high level of craftsmanship, materials of superior quality and painstaking attention to detail. Sebastian works with some of the most renowned names in footwear including James Taylor Bespoke Shoemakers and Georgian Goodman Couture.

Course Fee

£729 inc VAT.

Includes specialist shoe components - heels, soles, insoles, backing fabric, sewing thread, lining leather, glue, cork, a limited choice of upper fabric and leather and refreshments.

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Dates for 2008 in the U.K.
Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
	11-15			19-23			11-15				1-5

Dates for 2008 in the U.S.A.
Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
						28-31					8-12

What the Tutor says about this course

The intensive nature of this class, being over five consecutive days, seems to be proving incredibly useful to visitors from far a field. Although it's hard work I'm genuinely impressed by the dedicated attitude and the students have certainly been excited by the end results.

Chau Har Lee

What students are saying about this course

You can work at your own pace, no pressure, the size of the class is ideal so you get the attention you need and can learn from others in the class.

Dinaz, London

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any previous experience to attend the five-day class?

No previous experience is required and the class is suitable for anyone looking to gain a very concise understanding of shoemaking. Any prior working knowledge gained from somewhere like out Two-Day Beginners Shoemaking class is a bonus as you will probably find your pace is a little quicker, you can achieve something more sophisticated and be able to concentrate on the finer details. The tutor will discuss with you at the beginning of the class what you can expect to achieve, according to your ability.

How many will there be in a class?

Maximum 8 students.

What can I do after completing the course if I want to go further?

Attend one or more of our other footwear courses:
Purchase one of our Home Study Aids
Practice and develop skills at one of the Prescott & Mackay Monday Open Workshop sessions.