Easy Shoemaking Part 7 Try On And Making Sock Liners

Will the shoe fit? I am trying on my shoes for the first time and I also make a set of sock liners from cork and canvas to go inside the shoes. I hope you enjoy the video, which is the last in this series on Easy Shoemaking.

[@whu58]

They look really well made, I hope you continue to make more footwear in the coming months for us subscribers to watch - thanks Harry.

[@harryrogers]

I am going to have a go at hand cut mill clogs

[@plakor6133]

The Happy Shoemaker! Well done.

[@geedubb2005]

That’s a sharp pair of shoes! Job well done Sir.

[@MexieMex]

Thoroughly enjoyed this series, great work.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much

[@wmc7870]

Well done! Thank you for sharing a good series. I really enjoy all of your projects and it inspires me to try new things.

[@ridgerunner66]

Those look great. I really enjoyed watching the build. What fun it has been. Can't wait to see what your next project is. Thanks for taking us along the process. Davin

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Davin.

[@cannon440]

Harry you have brought the term "shoemaker" to the standard it deserves. Cordwainer my friend you have graduated.

[@harryrogers]

I won't get too big for my boots but thanks.

[@jrhalabamacustoms5673]

You can hear the excitement, like a kid at Christmas! Always a pleasure to see what you come up with!

[@harryrogers]

Thanks

[@ceenyary8530]

i love how excited you are trying on your shoes.. : )

[@larisazambonekocic5529]

Your joy and excitement is contagious, I'm happy for you. Great work! :)

[@jamescook1364]

Well,done, they do look great. What an achievement. Stay safe in these uncertain times

[@harryrogers]

Thanks James

[@Jeppe.P.Bjerget]

Hello and Congratulation with your very nice shoes. It has been a joy to follow this 7 videos. I am new in the leather work, so it is so great to see someone that enjoy and show the work. I made some belt in the start of the 2000, and dream of taking up the leather work again. I ordered some leather, and tool and look forward to start. It will be great to have your videos to look at. I wish you a nice 2021, and hope it will be a safe and good year. Best wishes from Jan in Norway

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much Jan...that's great.

[@kamilponikowski1451]

Great series, take care!

[@jamessotherden5909]

Those are smart looking shoes. Well done sir.

[@okaymrt]

Harry, this has been a pleasure from start to finish! Stand by for an amateur attempt from me.

[@harryrogers]

That's great Mike.

[@merrillballantyne]

Excellent video as always. Thank you so much for your excellent content and great attitude.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much Merrill.

[@rogercarroll1663]

Congratulations. Great kiijubg pair of shoes,

[@BadBart2217]

Impressive work!

[@chrisholt2474]

Well done, the shoes are looking excellent, I am glad they are a good fit for you. Please film an update when you have used them for a few weeks. I enjoyed every episode in the series, thank you for sharing. Take care, regards, Chris.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Chris.

[@koriumlab]

Congratulations on your 2nd pair of handmade shoes! This series finally convinced me to try my hand at shoemaking!

[@anvilbrunner.2013]

Grand job.

[@ahmedsamra4408]

They're awsome

[@charliekingpine3893]

Hi well I enjoyed the making of the shoes, they look very good but what you gonna do next ! Many thanks

[@harryrogers]

I am going to make some traditional clogs.

[@josephpotterf9459]

Question , do you have a shooting board and if so have you made a video or review and a build how to kinda thing about it?

[@harryrogers]

Sorry I have not Joseph.

[@jimathey6153]

OLD LEATHER SMITH here, amazing what a little leverage does, now that you R A full fledged CORDWAINER I have a suggestion, instead of canvas I would use pig skin, hair or skin side down, it will stand up better than canvas, my personal preference is wool felt instead of cork, if U would like some I would B happy 2 send U some, GOD'S BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃

[@harryrogers]

Thanks Jim..I just had a roll of cork delivered today...typical. I will take a look at the wool felt and pigskin thanks again. All the very best Harry

[@Don-tg2nc]

What is the name of that white glue you applied

[@harryrogers]

The water based glue is Renia Acquilim 315.

[@BrassLock]

It does seem rather amazing that you can make as many shoes as you like now, without ever having to "put up with" some manufacturer's idea of what's going to be on your feet. Being able to adapt your environment in this way is true freedom. No wonder you look and feel delighted.

[@eduardvaniersel7535]

Happy feet :)

[@FloJayCreativityTV]

This is so beautiful

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much.

[@texanthom]

The pure joy in your voice says it all! Great looking shoes!

[@sadrkhash]

You are very cool ☺️

[@chakireladraoui9331]

👍❤👍❤👍❤👍❤👍❤👍❤👍❤👍❤👍❤👍

[@ВиталийАндреев-ш4ч]

Looking so good!!!

[@LewisSkeeter]

WELL DONE HARRY!

[@kimainsworth-bowes593]

Hooray! Great job!!! Isn't it cool when you put them on and they fit better than any shoes you could buy?

[@henryworkswoodandmetal]

They look great, well done! 👍

[@josephpotterf9459]

Thanks Harry they turned out great looking at what shoes I have on I need to get a new pair

[@omidnazi30]

Hi sir love your work I'm beginning to make leather can you send me any easy shoe pattern size 41 ?

[@jamesconner8275]

Fantastic job!!! Always a pleasure to watch your channel.

[@propulsar]

Great to see your obvious excitement on trying on those shoes. How many hand made shoes does one man need?

[@seewaage]

They look really awesome!

[@davidfirth6535]

Awesome Harry! well done.

[@stephenrobb8759]

Excellence! Well done.

[@Mzmasta]

Great job Harry, keep it up!

[@MrFartyman44]

I've been watching a lot of these show making videos. While intimidating at first I think I've watched enough videos and it's time to give it a go.

[@harryrogers]

Great...and just to say I have written a book called Making Handmade Shoes A Step By Step Guide....its on Amazon.

[@jimhuskins8506]

Greetings Harry, My first time watching this series. It is excellent. Thanks for posting. I have lasts on order, and I am getting close to making something to fit my feet if I can afford that much leather. I always find your presentation clear and your work inspirational.

[@harryrogers]

Thanks very much Jim.

[@cornwasher]

I never took an interest in shoe/boot making until recently. Your skill level and approach seems to make boot making possible. I have flat, narrow feet and pronated ankles. Hard to find any kind of shoes that feel great. The only boots I ever bought that were "perfect" were a pair of 6" top Lowa Scouts (Austrian made) purchased back in 1973 for back packing in the Grand Canyon. They had Vibram soles and the soles were unbendable. They had zero flex and I could hop from rock to rock and never slip, plenty of ankle support. I believe they had several layers of full grain leather and a metal shank plus the Vibram sole to build the stiffness. Would love to duplicate those boots as I've never found any boots to match those for comfort and performance. They sort of disappeared for a few years, but later discovered my son had been wearing them daily until they fell apart. Oh well...!

[@harryrogers]

I suspect I would need to make a few pairs before being totally confident about changing foot shapes etc, but I am looking at making a few changes now. It's a very interesting journey....had to laugh about your boots resurfacing!!

[@jacobfielding8661]

Harry thank you for this video series. I just watched the entire simple show making video series and I loved it. Awesome shoes and so glad they fit. Hopefully I can begin my shoe making journey soon.

[@harryrogers]

@@jacobfielding8661 Thanks Jacob, I have a book on Amazon...How to make handmade shoes a step by step guide

[@jacobfielding8661]

@@harryrogers thank you. I’ll definitely look into it

[@soodypop2014]

Thank you so much for this video. Im going to give ot try. Thank you!

[@harryrogers]

Great

[@jonhope1204]

Hi Harry, having trouble finding the 'Secret Cobbler' blog you recommend. Is there more information. Thank you and cheers, Jon Hope (Cobbbler/shoe maker Australial

[@harryrogers]

secretcobbler.com/

[@harryrogers]

Hi Jon...just posted a link

[@TheOzflyer]

They are turning out really great Harry, I’m impressed and thanks for the videos 👍

[@davidblake1663]

Congratulations Harry. Not just a shoemaker, but a fashion icon too!

[@Lisa-zt9jr]

Thanks Harry. So much fun to watch and packed full of useful tips, as usual. Can I ask which pair of shoes you feel are most comfortable? I make clothes for myself to wear and I find that the most comfortable are always the ones where I have altered the pattern precisely to fit me, rather than following standard size. I know factory lasts can be altered with leather to improve fit, but I had a perception that your home - made last shoes, fitted better? I think both pairs are awesome, either way.

[@harryrogers]

Hi Lisa..thanks...I think my factory last is more geared to formal shoes so I may try and adapt it a bit...the upper section and waist is good but the toe box is too long for my preference. My own last is pretty comfortable though a bit generous in the toe, surprisingly I got the waist area pretty good....a blend of the two lasts would be just perfect for me.

[@Lisa-zt9jr]

@@harryrogers Ah, there's another challenge for you then Harry! Do you reduce the toe length on the standard last, or make your home made last less generous in the toe, or start afresh in order to keep your reference? I have bought a number of old wooden lasts which I intend to adapt. Wood working skills appeal less to me though! I challenged myself a year or so ago to making a pair of cowboy boots after I bought a leather patching machine. I am currently getting up my confidence learning. With your leatherworking skills maybe a flamboyant pair of cowboy boots appeals to you?!

[@harryrogers]

@@Lisa-zt9jr Hi Lisa...traditional clogs are my next project!!😊

[@Lisa-zt9jr]

@@harryrogers Exciting. I'll look forward to that then!

[@770743b0]

I liked it very much to watch this series! I would be interested what exact tools you were using during the past two shoemaking series and what types of leather you have used. Also, from the fitment-perspective, how well do the self-made last shoes compare to the professional-lasted shoes?

[@harryrogers]

To get the fit perfect I would need to adjust the last a little, I am beginning to feel I could do that. I think one needs to remind oneself that I have only made a couple of pairs, and people devote lifetimes to learning these crafts so I am a rank amateur compared to them....but hey the satisfaction of making your own is great, and I can see why bespoke shoes have to cost what they do. The simple shoes require very few tools...for the first series ...bespoke...I use a multitude of tools!