A Visual Compendium of Sneakers.

The History of Sneakers Poster

The History of Sneakers Poster I love this History of sneakers poster!  I have a copy hanging in my own in my design studio. This is poster features a meticulously illustrated collection of the 134 greatest sneakers in human history, starting with the Chuck Taylor way […]

How running shoes are made

How a Running Shoe is Made

How Running Shoes are Made All running shoes are made by the cold cement construction process. If you want to learn how to design shoes you need to know this basic shoe making process.   Cold cement is the modern updated style of shoe construction.  Due to […]

Local Market Shoe Materials

Picking Shoe Materials from Local Markets In the major shoe making centers in China you will find thriving local markets for shoe materials. The local markets are store fronts large and small with every type of shoe material, shoe component and manufacturing equipment available.  You will find […]

How to make shoe outsole tooling

How Shoe Outsole Tooling is Made

How Shoe Outsole Tooling is Made If you want to learn how shoe outsole tooling is made you are in the right place! All new outsole tooling starts with a designer’s drawing.  The designer should have followed the last bottom outline to get the shape […]

A day in the life of a footwear designer

A Day in the Life of a Shoe Designer

A Day in the Life of a Shoe Designer Lucky for us there is no “normal” day for a shoe designer!  The daily life of a shoe designer may be different every day! For a footwear designer every day will present a new challenge, almost […]

shoe making process

Shoe Making Process

Shoe Manufacturing Process How are shoes made in factories? The manufacturing process for shoes is basically the same for all types of shoes. The sports shoe manufacturing process used to make a kids sneaker, Air Jordan™, or women’s high heel fashion shoe are very similar. Shoe […]

Footwear Mold Making Factory Tour

Footwear Mold Making Factory Tour

Footwear Mold Making Factory Tour Almost every modern shoe design project will require some sort of molded component.  From hidden heel counters, to outsoles, to fancy chrome plated logos you will need make some molds.  While some shoe factories will have limited molding equipment, very few will have […]

Shoe Construction Techniques

Shoe Construction Techniques

Shoe Construction Techniques There are many shoe construction methods from which a shoe designer can choose. Depending on the function and style of your shoe design, you have many options for connecting the upper to the outsole unit. The classic Goodyear welt, the heavy-duty Norwegian […]

How New Balance Shoes are Made

How New Balance Makes Shoes What is the Process of Making New Balance Classic Shoes?    Most New Balance shoes are made by Cold Cement Construction process.   The New Balance classic trainer styles have a Sheet Cut EVA midsole.  This Midsole is attached by […]