This is a creative, beginner-friendly course that shows you how to make cool & comfy barefoot shoes from home.
The modules:
Introduction lessons
• What are Barefoot Shoes? • Barefoot vs. standard shoemaking lasts • Tools & supplies • Last customisation • Making a mock-up • Leather selection
Barefoot Sandals
• How to make sandal patterns with and without shoemaking lasts • Making the insole & sole pattern • How to construct sandals • Making sandals without a shoemaking last
Barefoot Pumps
• How to make a Barefoot Pump shoemaking pattern • How to add design details to alter the look of the wide toe box • Learn how to stitch uppers, insert stiffeners and attach soles on a zero-drop shoe with a wide toe box
Barefoot Lace-Up Shoes
• How to make a Barefoot Derby shoemaking pattern • Derby construction • How to last the shoe outwards rather than underneath • Stitch-down sole technique
Barefoot Sneakers
• How to make a Barefoot Sneaker shoemaking pattern • How to add design details to alter perspective • Learn how to stitch on a pre-made Barefoot Sole • Create an optional padded insock
🙋♀️ I have really wide feet and don’t fit into standard widths!
We've got you covered! There's a section in the course that shows you how to build up your shoemaking lasts to adjust the toe shape, add extra width and depth to get a custom fit.
Take a look inside the course 👇
What do I need & how much will the supplies cost?
The only specialist item you’ll need is a pair of
Barefoot Shoemaking Lasts in your size.
As for the rest (basic hand-tools, glue, and components) these are easy to find and can be surprisingly affordable.
We'll point you in the right direction (often as simple as Amazon Prime!) and share our international suppliers list with you inside the course.
*We always recommend you watch through the introduction lessons inside the course before you purchase any supplies to make sure you aren't buying anything you don't need.
Any questions?
Have a read through our FAQ's below, or reach out to us at info@icanmakeshoes.com
Yes, but contact us first, we have a very generous discount for our Masterclass Students!
No, Barefoot shoemaking lasts are very different. They have a wide toe box and a zero-drop sole.
Barefoot shoes are footwear designed to mimic the feeling of walking barefoot while still providing protection from the ground. They typically have thin, flexible soles, no arch support, a wide toe box, and zero drop (no raised heel).
Unlike traditional shoes, barefoot shoes don’t restrict your feet or alter your natural gait. They let your toes spread, your arches engage, and your muscles move the way nature intended. There's no cushioning or heel lift - just a minimal sole that allows your feet to feel the ground.
Not at all! The course is beginner-friendly and walks you through every step - from measuring and pattern-making to sewing and assembling. No previous shoemaking or craft experience is required.
Yes! I show you how to make patterns for each shoe style within the course. You can also mix and match patternmaking and shoemaking techniques from each lesson to make completely custom shoes.
You’ll need some basic tools like a pair of sharp scissors, shoemaking glues, sandpaper, an awl and masking tape for patternmaking. You'll then need some basic shoemaking components like soling and leather. The course provides a full list and recommendations.
All of the lessons are pre-recorded. This means you can watch them online at any time, at your own pace.
Hi, we are real people - not robots. 🤖
Within the Barefoot Shoemaking Course, we answer your questions with descriptions, videos, and pictures directly inside the course's online platform. And you'll have access to our online community where you can share your creations, questions, and tips with fellow home shoemakers.
Totally! We've taught this proven step-by-step process to total beginners for over a decade and already host thousands of students from all over the world.
The course shows you how to measure your feet (or someone else’s) to make custom patterns. This helps ensure a great fit, better than store-bought shoes in many cases. It might take a little trial and error at first, but the process is very learnable.
Absolutely! While we mostly use leather for the demonstrations, you can follow the exact same steps using vegan materials. I even have a section on how to make shoes using scraps from your fabric stash.
Yes! However, gift cards are not redeemable on our Payment Plan Package, and can only be redeemed on our One-Time Payment Package. If you have a gift card that you would like to use to sign up to this online course, please email us at info@icanmakeshoes.com and we'll be in touch!
💸 money-back guarantee
Enrol with confidence!
This course comes with a 14-day money-back guarantee
We know you're going to see the real value the moment you sign into this masterclass. And if you dont love what you see, you can take us up on our money-back guarantee.
So give it two weeks. If you don’t like what you see, simply email us and we’ll issue you a full refund.
Have any questions? Email us at info@icanmakeshoes.com