DIY Sneaker Parts For Beginners

Sneaker Anatomy for Shoemakers Upper The fabric or leather parts that make up the top of your sneaker.  Outsole The rubber cup sole that you will stich and or glue your upper to. Topline The top line is the shape of the foot opening on […]

Create your own quilted sneakers with the right materials and tools. This supply list is designed to help you gather everything you need before getting started, whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker.

Quilted Sneaker Supply List

We have the complete Quilted Sneaker supply and tool list from the book  How to make Quilted Sneakers  Download the Complete List Create your own quilted sneakers with the right materials and tools. This supply list is designed to help you gather everything you need […]

Step-by-Step Shoe Making: Best Glue for Outsole Bonding (DIY Shoemakers Guide)

Shoe Glue for Quilted Sneakers Tested

What is the best shoe cement? Yes I’ve changed my mind! Home shoemakers have been asking me about glue.  What’s the best shoe glue for quilted sneakers? We went to Amazon.com and purchased the most popular options. You can have these delivered to your door […]

Footwear expert Wade Motawi explains how the Iran war could drive shoe prices higher by increasing the cost of petroleum-based materials, manufacturing, and global shipping across the footwear supply chain.

Why Rising Oil Prices Will Push Sneaker Costs Higher

The global footwear industry depends heavily on petroleum, and that dependence becomes impossible to ignore when oil prices surge. While many consumers associate higher oil prices with gasoline and transportation, the effects run much deeper. In modern athletic footwear, petroleum influences not only shipping and […]

Happy Feet!: A Guide to Making Quilted Sneakers By Joan Bobchek Radell How to Make Quilted Sneakers By Wade & Andrea Motawi Book reviews

Two Great Books for Quilted Sneaker Makers

Quilted Sneaker Guide Books If you’ve ever admired a pair of quilted sneakers and thought, “I wish I could make those,” you’re in luck. The niche craft of quilted sneaker-making has grown in popularity, and two standout guides—Happy Feet! and How to Make Quilted Sneakers—are […]

Compare Sneaker kits Tandy Leather VS Shoemakers Academy

Tandy Kit VS Shoemakers Academy Kit

Sneaker Kit Face-Off Tandy Leather vs. Shoemakers Academy: Choosing between these two kits comes down to one question: Are you a traditional leather crafter or a DIY shoemaking beginner? Here is how the Tandy Starter Pack stacks up against the Shoemakers Academy DIY Kit. Feature […]

Leather Sneaker Kit

How to make shoes without a sewing machine

Let’s Make Shoes at Home! Without a Sewing Machine Making your own shoes might sound like something only factories can do—but that’s not true. With the right tools and a little patience, you can create shoes at home even if you don’t own a sewing […]

Quilted Sneaker Idea Book How to make quilted sneakers DIY fabric shoes tutorial Sewing your own sneakers

Quilted Sneaker Design Ideas

Let’s Get Creative! Your sneaker is a blank canvas for your creativity. Every part is open to your personal touch. When you craft quilted sneakers, you’re creating something truly special—for yourself, your friends, or your family. Each pair is one of a kind, thoughtfully made […]

Quilted Sneaker Book How to Make Quilted Sneakers Learn How To Make Fun & Fashionable Quilted Sneakers At Home

How to Make Quilted Sneakers

Let’s Make Fun & Functional Sneakers! We’re so glad you’re here. Andrea and I have been working hard to bring you this new book, designed to help you create your own pair of quilted sneakers. While I spend much of my time helping shoe brands […]