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Footwear Production

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About This Course

Master footwear design and production techniques using traditional craftsmanship enhanced by digital design tools and online resources. This practical course covers shoe design, pattern creation, leather working, sole attachment, and finishing techniques while incorporating digital tools for design visualization and pattern access.

You’ll learn to create custom footwear, work with various materials, and develop quality finishing techniques. The program includes business applications covering pricing, custom orders, and market positioning for artisanal footwear in Nigerian and international markets.

What You'll Get

  • Complete shoe-making skills from design concept to finished footwear
  • Pattern creation and modification techniques for custom footwear
  • Digital design tools for footwear visualization and pattern development
  • Quality control and finishing techniques for professional-grade products
  • Business development skills for custom footwear and artisanal shoe ventures

Who This is For?

  • Creative individuals interested in leather working and craftsmanship
  • Aspiring footwear designers and custom shoe makers
  • People seeking income opportunities in artisanal footwear production
  • Those interested in combining traditional craftsmanship with modern design
  • Individuals wanting to create custom footwear for specialized needs

Requirements

  • Basic crafting or detailed handwork skills helpful but not required
  • Access to basic shoemaking tools or willingness to acquire essential equipment
  • Dedicated workspace for cutting, shaping, and assembly activities
  • Computer or smartphone for accessing design resources and pattern libraries
  • Interest in detailed craftsmanship and quality construction techniques

Curriculum

10 Sessions

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand footwear design principles and anatomy
  • Learn digital design tools for footwear creation
  • Explore footwear styles and construction methods

Workshop Content:

  • Footwear anatomy and construction components
  • Design principles for functional and aesthetic footwear
  • Digital design tools introduction (CAD software, online platforms)
  • Footwear styles and their construction requirements

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand foot anatomy and biomechanics
  • Learn accurate foot measurement techniques
  • Develop fitting and sizing expertise

Workshop Content:

  • Foot anatomy, bone structure, and biomechanics
  • Accurate foot measurement techniques and tools
  • Sizing systems and fit assessment
  • Common foot problems and design considerations

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand footwear materials and their properties
  • Learn leather selection and preparation techniques
  • Practice basic leather working skills

Workshop Content:

  • Footwear material types and properties
  • Leather selection, grading, and preparation
  • Basic leather working tools and techniques
  • Synthetic materials and alternative options

Learning Objectives:

  • Create footwear patterns from measurements
  • Learn pattern grading and modification techniques
  • Understand pattern development for different styles

Workshop Content:

  • Pattern making fundamentals and techniques
  • Last selection and pattern development
  • Pattern grading for different sizes
  • Style-specific pattern modifications

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn upper construction methods and techniques
  • Practice stitching and assembly skills
  • Understand reinforcement and design elements

Workshop Content:

  • Upper construction methods and sequences
  • Stitching techniques and equipment usage
  • Reinforcement placement and techniques
  • Design element integration and application

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand sole types and construction methods
  • Learn sole attachment techniques
  • Practice sole preparation and application

Workshop Content:

  • Sole types and material selection
  • Sole preparation and shaping techniques
  • Attachment methods: cementing, stitching, molding
  • Quality control and finishing techniques

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn professional finishing techniques
  • Understand quality control standards and processes
  • Practice final assembly and inspection

Workshop Content:

  • Professional finishing techniques and standards
  • Quality control inspection and correction
  • Final assembly and detail completion
  • Packaging and presentation preparation

Learning Objectives:

  • Use digital tools for custom footwear design
  • Learn 3D modeling and visualization techniques
  • Understand mass customization approaches

Workshop Content:

  • Digital footwear design software usage
  • 3D modeling and visualization for footwear
  • Custom fitting and personalization techniques
  • Digital pattern development and modification

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand footwear business fundamentals
  • Learn pricing and market positioning strategies
  • Develop brand identity and marketing approaches

Workshop Content:

  • Footwear business models and opportunities
  • Pricing strategies and cost calculation
  • Brand development and market positioning
  • Marketing and customer acquisition strategies

Learning Objectives:

  • Create comprehensive footwear design portfolio
  • Develop career planning and advancement strategies
  • Plan continued learning and skill development

Workshop Content:

  • Portfolio development and presentation techniques
  • Career pathways in footwear design and production
  • Skill development and specialization planning
  • Industry networking and professional connections
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This Course Include

  • Live Interactive Workshops
  • Practical Implementation Projects
  • Comprehensive Resource Library
  • Peer Learning Community
  • Expert Instructor Support

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