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.

We have the complete Quilted Sneaker supply and tool list from the book  How to make Quilted Sneakers 

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

Materials

  • Exterior fabric (fat quarter, 18” x 22”)
  • Lining fabric (fat quarter, 18” x 22”)
  • Bias binding fabric (fat quarter, 18” x 22”)
  • Foam padding or batting (18” x 22” or more)
  • Optional reinforcement interfacing (non-woven)
  • Heel counter material (optional)
  • Toe puff material (optional)
  • Eyelet reinforcement material (optional)
  • Memory foam footbeds
  • Lasting board
  • Rubber outsoles

Fabrics (Suggested Types)

  • Cotton
  • Cotton blends
  • Denim
  • Twill
  • Canvas

Notions

  • Sewing machine needle (size 90–100)
  • Thread (cotton or polyester, ~50 wt)
  • Foam-backed lining mesh or batting
  • Eyelets (5mm, 24–32 depending on style)
  • Shoelaces (approx. 48” low top / 63” high top)
  • Washi tape and pen (for labeling)

Kit Components (If Using Sneaker Kit)

  • Rubber outsoles (pair)
  • Lasting board (pair)
  • Memory foam footbeds (pair)
  • Sewing awl needle
  • Waxed stitching thread
  • Disappearing ink pen

Tools

  • Sewing machine
  • Buttonhole foot (optional)
  • Embroidery machine (optional)
  • Steam iron
  • Heat gun or blow dryer (optional)

Cutting & Prep Tools

  • Fabric scissors
  • Rotary cutter
  • Cutting mat
  • Thread nippers
  • Hobby knife & scissors
  • Ruler
  • Fabric clips or pins

Sewing & Assembly Tools

  • Needle puller
  • Stiletto
  • Seam ripper
  • Fabric sealant (e.g., Fray Check)
  • Erasable marking pen
  • Double-stick tape

Adhesives & Finishing

  • Contact cement (e.g., Barge)
  • Cement brushes
  • Rubber gloves (optional)

Hand Tools & Hardware

  • Sewing awl
  • Machine needles (90/14)
  • Hand sewing needles
  • Hammer or mallet
  • Eyelets + setting tools
  • Wood block or steel surface
  • Pricking irons (5mm)
  • Crochet hook or wire hook

Optional Equipment

  • Shoe last (for shaping and structure)

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