Best shoemaking tutorials on YouTube. This channel is a part of my Shoemaking Courses Online, the first shoemaking online platform since 2013, where I teach full shoemaking courses.
You are welcome to join the platform and learn how to make beautiful and comfortable shoes from home.
Sveta Kletina
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Shoemaking Courses Online
Tired of following patterns?
Want to design YOUR OWN shoes? 🚀
My 1-Year ShoemakerPro Program is now open for the first time since 2019, giving you the blueprint to create ANY footwear.
Join a community of makers and access 550+ hours of in-depth video lessons covering everything from beginner basics to advanced welted constructions and heel making.
Learn my proven, no-shortcuts method from my Belgrade workshop.
See how accessible design can be! Watch my new video where I transform a pump into a unique half boot-half pump with a simple hack. 👇
See the transformation:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZSEC...
Your creative freedom awaits.
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I have a story to share that I think you'll love, especially if you appreciate craftsmanship and history.
I recently restored a 1911 Singer sewing machine in my Belgrade workshop, and I put together a quick video to share some of the highlights with you! This whole project wouldn't have been possible without a huge thank you to my good friend and fellow shoemaker, Branislav Stajic, for the opportunity.
Watch the video for a glimpse of the journey, and then head over to the blog to read the full, detailed story behind the restoration and why this machine is a game-changer for my work.
Plus, for my students, there’s a special announcement in the blog post!
Watch the quick video with my full article:
www.shoemakingcoursesonline.com/shoe-making-suppli…
What’s the oldest tool you rely on in your craft? I’d love to hear about it in the comments!
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This is not just a shoe. This is a full process.
From idea to finished pair—made 100% by hand.
Heel built from wood. Upper cut, sewn, and lasted with precision. No shortcuts. No faking.
Maybe this isn’t the shoe you plan to make.
But if you want to make real shoes, that last, fit, and look right—
You need to learn the right way. From professionals.
This video shows it all.
The skills every serious shoemaker must master:
✔️ Knowledge about anatomical lines and points
✔️ Shoe pattern construction (no templates)
✔️ Free-hand pattern technique
✔️ Understanding different shoe constructions
✔️ Shoe and heel engineering
✔️ Working with wood
✔️ Working with leather
✔️ Leather sewing and edge finishing
✔️ Shoe lasting
✔️ Mixing and working with different materials
If you don’t know these—you're guessing. And guessing ruins good shoes.
🎥 Watch the full behind-the-scenes build now:
👉 https://youtu.be/3-WpR9cDtlA
And if you’re ready to learn these skills step by step—from a professional shoemaker with 20+ years of experience:
🎓 Start your learning here:
👉 www.shoemakingcoursesonline.com/
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Are You Creating Shoes, or Just More Waste?
As a shoemaker, I see our world drowning in waste. First, there’s the obvious problem of fast fashion—the endless cycle of cheap, disposable products destined for the landfill.
But there’s a second, more personal kind of waste: the frustration of aspiring creators. You pour your time, energy, and materials into DIY projects, downloading generic patterns only to create something that doesn’t last. It might look good for a photo, but it’s not built to be worn and loved. This cycle of wasted effort and materials is heartbreaking.
What if you could create footwear that truly endures?
Imagine making shoes that, like fine wine, only get better with age. Shoes that mold perfectly to your feet, developing a rich, natural patina over 10 or 15 years. This is the soul of true craftsmanship—creating something of lasting value, not just another disposable object. It’s about building pieces that become a part of your story.
If you’re ready to stop the cycle of waste and invest in a real, timeless skill, I want to show you the way.
My Bespoke Derby Opanke Shoe Course is designed to teach you the foundational techniques that set professional shoemakers apart.
This isn’t about just copying a design. You’ll learn the critical art of shoe last customization—the key to a perfect fit for any foot, male or female. You will master professional pattern making and learn to work with beautiful, natural materials that guarantee both comfort and durability.
This is your opportunity to stop making things and start creating heritage.
Ready to build something that lasts a lifetime? Discover the craft of bespoke shoemaking.
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#Shoemaking #BespokeShoes #SlowFashion #HandmadeShoes #LeatherCraft #CustomShoes #FootwearDesign #SustainableFashion #ShoeMakingCourse #Craftsmanship #Artisan #DIYdoneRight
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You don’t need 10 different lasts to make sneakers. You need the right shoemaking strategy.
If you’ve been thinking of making sneakers — not just copy-paste Jordans like everyone else — but your own designs: high tops, low tops, casual, sport-style...
Here’s how I’ll help you do it without spending a fortune:
âś… Learn only 2 constructions: Derby & Oxford.
That’s right. These two techniques are the foundation of almost every sneaker type. You master them, you unlock endless sneaker variations.
âś… Use ONE shoe last for all your sneakers.
No need to buy five different lasts for every model. I’ll show you how to make it work — smart, clean, professional.
âś… Make high tops and low tops on the SAME shoe last.
This isn’t a guesswork trick — it’s a pro pattern making method I use myself. It’s precise, and it gives real results.
But let’s be clear: you won’t learn this by “drawing freehand.” That’s not shoemaking — that’s wasting materials.
These are professional shortcuts I use in my bespoke work, and if you’re making shoes for yourself or for clients, they’ll save you time and money.
This is what I call Smart Shoemaking — not DIY tricks, but real shoemaking techniques that get results.
🎯 Want to see how it works step by step?
Join my Sneakers Making Course now:
👉 www.shoemakingcoursesonline.com/on-line-courses/sn…
Let’s build smarter, not harder.
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Have you ever made a wedge from Cork?
www.shoemakingcoursesonline.com/on-line-courses/sa…
#shoemaking #shoemakingschool
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Is this Summer bundle for men?
Yes it is.
Check it out.
BTW, the 35% Off offer will be gone next week.
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Let’s get real about sandal making.
You can slap a couple of straps on a sole and call it a day — or you can actually make sandals that feel good, look good, and fit.
I'm not here for flip-flop projects.
I'm here to help you make real shoes. And if you're already doing shoemaking, why not do it right?
âś… Comfortable
âś… Structured
âś… Made with natural materials
✅ Built to last — and look good doing it
This week is your last chance to get 35% OFF my full Sandals Bundle.
Everything you need to make professional summer shoes that fit you — not some factory size chart.
You’ll learn:
→ How to make real insoles and leather soles
→ How to build stacked leather heels
→ How to create cork wedges that protect your feet and look amazing
→ And how to work with unisex sandal patterns (like the one I used for a real client just last week)
This isn’t just a summer hobby.
This is shoemaking!
Learn once, use it anywhere.
Get the full bundle now before it’s gone
→ Unisex Sandals
→ Slingback Pumps
→ Wedge Mules with Cork
Bonus Insole Course
🎯 35% OFF this week only:
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Let’s make something good. Together.
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Let's Make Shoes& Sandals this Summer!
My Sandals Bundle is now available with 35% Discount!
3 Shoemaking Courses in 1
# Unisex Sandals Course
# Slingback Pumps Making Course
# Mule Wedge Cork Sandals Making Course
# Bonus: How To Make Insoles Course
What's so special about
1. Pattern Construction for Asymmetrical and Classic Designs
2.Work with a Range of Natural, Easily Sourced Materials
3. Explore the 3 Most Common Sandal Fastening Systems.
You’ll gain skills in pattern construction, sewing, and lasting techniques for each system:
a. How to create sandals with straps and buckles
b. How to construct mule sandals with a long upper that covers most of the foot for a secure fit without fastenings
c. How to make elegant sling-back pumps with a hidden elastic insert in the back strap for better grip and comfort.
With this Sandals Bundle, you won’t just follow instructions — you’ll gain real, transferable skills. From pattern making to heel construction, from sole building to fastening systems, every step is designed to give you practical knowledge you can apply to your own designs. This is a complete, no-fluff foundation for anyone serious about mastering professional sandal and slingback pump making.
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MASK SANDALS. 17 Years Later. Still Winning.
It’s amazing how the simplest shoe design can become the most successful.
Back in 2008, I sketched my “Mask Sandals” in minutes. It was an instant vision — clean, asymmetrical, unisex.
That same year, we sold over 3000 pairs.
Fast-forward to 2025: I’m making them again.
Same pattern. Same idea.
Still timeless.
These sandals cover almost the full inside of the foot like a glove, giving the feeling of a closed shoe — while keeping that open, fresh comfort on hot days.
And yes — they make any foot look good. That’s rare.
I’m currently making a pair for a client… and now her husband wants the same!
So I’m updating the original: adding EVA foam soles for that sturdy, masculine finish.
Same Mask design — just stronger.
Next week, I’ll show you my full making process. If you love making shoes and want a design that actually sells — and works — this is it.
→ If you’re not ordering these from me, you can make them yourself.
My Unisex Sandals Course is now live:
13 step-by-step lessons, same pattern, same structure.
www.shoemakingcoursesonline.com/on-line-courses/un…
And if you’re eyeing more summer shoes, the full Sandals Bundle is up too.
Next week (June 25), I’ll share something special for my subscribers only.
Comment “SANDALS” if you want the details early.
Let’s make them together.
#shoemaking #shoemakingcourse #unisexsandals #summerstyle #patternmaking #leathercraft #diyshoes #maskdesign #barefootshoes #shoedesign #learnshoemaking
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