Shoemakers Academy Live Events

Quilted Sneaker Making Q & A (Live on Zoom)

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Live Zoom Meeting Session 1 

Host: Wade Motawi The Shoe Dog
Date: Wednesday,  April 8 
Time: 6:00 PM PST / 9:00 PM EST

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Live Zoom Meeting Session 2

Host: Wade Motawi The Shoe Dog
Date: Saturday,  April 18 
Time: 8:00 AM PST / 11:00 AM EST

Ready to make your own quilted sneakers—but have questions before you dive in? Join The Shoe Dog for a live, interactive Q&A designed to help you move from kit to completed pair with confidence.

This is your chance to ask real questions, get real answers, and avoid common mistakes before they slow you down.

What We’ll Cover

Choosing the Right Kit — Which quilted sneaker kit fits your skill level and goals.

Construction & Assembly Basics — Understanding how the upper, lining, and structure come together.

Attaching the Footbed & Outsole — Techniques that make or break the final product.

Tools & Skills You’ll Need — Sewing skills, adhesives, finishing techniques, and more.

Troubleshooting Help — Fix common issues with alignment, bonding, and fit.

From First Pair to Pro Level — What separates a beginner build from a polished finish.

Why Attend?

Making quilted sneakers is part craft, part construction science.
A few small adjustments can dramatically improve durability, comfort, and appearance.

This session gives you:

  • Clear direction before you start

  • Confidence during assembly

  • Professional insight from someone who’s built it all

Who Should Join?

  • First-time kit buyers

  • DIY sneaker makers

  • Quilters ready to level up

  • Anyone stuck mid-project

  • Makers who want a cleaner, more professional result

Live. Interactive. Practical.

Quilted Sneaker Instructors Q & A (Live on Zoom)

How to Make Quilted Sneakers is a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for sewists and quilters ready to expand their skills into footwear construction.

Live Zoom Meeting
Host: Wade Motawi The Shoe Dog
Date: Thursday April 16
Time:  6:00 PM PST / 9:00 PM EST

Are you ready to teach others how to make quilted sneakers—but have questions before you dive in? Join The Shoe Dog for a live, interactive Q&A designed to help you get started teaching. 

This is your chance to ask real questions, get real answers, and avoid common mistakes before they slow you down.

What We’ll Cover

Choosing the Right Kit for your students — Which quilted sneaker kit fits your skill level and goals.

Discounts & Affiliate Programs  — How to purchase kits in bulk or earn commission. 

Class set up and Fees  — What to charge, how to run your class.  

Tools & Skills You’ll Need — Sewing skills, adhesives, finishing techniques, and more.

Troubleshooting Help — Fix common issues with alignment, bonding, and fit.

 Who Should Join?

  • First-time and new teachers 

  • Quilting shop staff 

  • Quilting & Fiber guild program managers 

  • Anyone looking to get started teaching 

  • Teachers that want to share their experience

Live. Interactive. Practical.