HLD038 - Introduction to Footwear and Accessories: Design and Construction
2490879
Delivery Options
In-Person
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Course Description
This course will introduce students to the foundational skills of how to bring their footwear and accessory design philosophies to realization. Through instruction on sketching and rendering, pattern making, and industrial machine sewing students will gain design knowledge and hands on skills to execute 2 wearable leather or leather alternative items: a pair of customized sneakers and an original bag. Students will complete the course with 2D and 3D portfolio quality outcomes.Notes
ELIGIBLE GRADES: High School students entering grades 9 through 12 as of the upcoming Fall semester.
See below for required course supplies.
Drawing Materials
- Drawing paper pad 8 1/2”x 11” (any brand will work)
- Tracing paper pad 8 1/2”x 11” (any brand will work)
- Mechanical pencil (any brand will work)
Shoe Materials
- Purchase a sneaker kit via the link below in your shoe size (choose white or black outsole) https://chicagoschoolofshoemaking.com/product/new-sneakerkit-version/
- Online or NYC Local-pick up (call ahead the store before visiting for inventory): https://tandyleather.com/products/sneaker-starter-pack?srsltid=AfmBOorCqzb8WT4hzmI8i0y1SagTqb0TXeYaml0d0Rh6wfpwG9fXE7hn
- Upper fabric/leather provided by the Footwear and Accessories Department will be chosen in class.
Bag Materials
- We will use upcycled materials and hardware (to be discussed in class)
- The other materials will be provided by the Footwear and Accessories Department
Other Materials
- Scissors and eraser
Please note: Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment. We recommend that you wait until a week before class starts to purchase supplies. You will be notified by email if cancellations occur. Instructor assignments are subject to change.
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