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The exact measurements or sizing of the last you are using will determine the patterns size - you are making each pattern to fit exactly to that particular last shape. You will need to find the shoe last to fit your foot size and width then make the pattern to fit that (the last is essentially the 'negative' form to the shoes 'positive' form - the last determiens all aspects form heel height, size and width)

This is great! Well written and fun

Yes me too! I don't like putting shoes in the trash just because the sole has worn out

Thanks!

Thank you! I have never used kangaroo leather but I will look out for it the next time I go leather shopping. I believe it is used commonly for cycling shoes for the reasons you mentioned. Do you make leather goods too?

Thanks Natalie!

Thanks for sharing, the craft still lives on! Did your grand father show you any of his craft?

I'm not convinced they are appropriate for running, or even a light jog for that matter...

Hi there, the bolts are fastened on the underside so that they cannot enter easily. So far I have wear tested them and no problems, however, I am looking to create a new version of the shoe that has a stiffer insole to eliminate any possibility of this happening.

Thanks! The mounts swivel so will level themselves to various angles. This is what I mean by self leveling- to the angle of terrain. You could use a wrench and change their individual height also.