Hi Everyone! This week we get to look at sewing shoes with vinyl fabric. This may seem a bit intimidating, but honestly it gets easier with just a bit of practice. Of course, having the right supplies on hand helps too!
In the video posted below, I walk you through the process while using vinyl to make a pair of Open Toe Janes shoes Enjoy!
Pattern Overview:
Resource and Supply list:
- Pre-cut Shoe Soles (all sizes)
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2mm Foam Sheets - Hobby Lobby, Michaels, JoAnns, Amazon
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6mm Foam Sheets - Hobby Lobby, Michaels, JoAnns, Amazon
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Cork Sheets - Hobby Lobby, Michaels, JoAnns, Amazon
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1/4" wide Steam a Seam - Hobby Lobby, Michaels, JoAnns, Amazon
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Heat n' Bond - Hobby Lobby, Michaels, JoAnns, Amazon
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Cotton Fabrics - These are the easiest types of fabrics to find! Places like Jo Anns, Hobby Lobby, even Wal-mart usually have a variety of quilting cotton or fat quarters available. Check out online stores for packaged sets from brands like Moda Fabrics too!
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Middy Braid Trim - Amazon
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Braided Natural Trim - Amazon
- 1/4" ribbon
- 1/4" elastic
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CordingAmazon
- Narrow Lacing
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EyeletsAmazon
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1/4" Buckles - crscraft.com online doll supply store
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2" Cluny TrimAmazon
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2" Embroidered TrimSimplicity.com
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Marine VinylFabric.com
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Sparkle VinylFabric.com
- Pellon Fusible Interfacing
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Hot Glue GunAmazon
- Chipboard sheets Amazon (if you have a die or are interested in cutting it out yourself)
- Non-stick Foot Amazon (General use, some machines. Check your manual to see what type you will need)
- Walking Foot Amazon
- Double sided adhesive sheets Amazon (we cut ours in smaller squares)
Week Three task:
- Watch the videos :) and let's make some shoes!
Next Tuesday - Week 4: In Depth Q & A video (got questions?... post them below or on FB and I'll try my best to include answers!)
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Darlene Bulford
October 23, 2017
Hi Cinnamon, are using a high temp. or low temp glue gun? Thank you