I've spent years learning from the best in the industry and taking courses recently to perfect my craft. I wanted to offer the same opportunity to my members but online so they could work at their own pace. Being an artist requires patience and I fully understand that which is why you can access the course as many times as you'd like!
"This is my second attempt at making a pair of sneakers from scratch, what an awesome experience it was."
- Jeremy Lacin
Here's a list of everything I use, watch the course and decide what you'd like to start with and build!
Shoemaking machines
Sole Stitcher- https://amzn.to/3i6f80R
Hand Crank patcher- https://amzn.to/3i1QK0z
Post Bed Sewing machine- https://amzn.to/3Ihqqdp
Skiver machine- https://amzn.to/3WU2zEE
Shoemaking Tools
Tack Hammer- https://amzn.to/3VBcA8H
Lasting Pliers- https://amzn.to/3CjjqJ9
Heat Gun- https://amzn.to/3Z4foxV
Hole punch set- https://amzn.to/3Z0kXh0
Leather Sheers/Exacto- https://amzn.to/3Q6sJlk
Skiving knife set- https://amzn.to/3jC3Gud
Dremel for sanding- https://amzn.to/3GbtnJK
Cutting matt- https://amzn.to/3vwR2PU
Shoemaking Supplies
Leather cement- https://amzn.to/3GGWrKV
Acetone- https://amzn.to/3GxfeIl
Mask- https://amzn.to/3IlyslH
Heat Erase pens- https://amzn.to/3VCGMjK
Nails for lasting- https://amzn.to/3VBe031
Bonded Nylon thread for leather- https://amzn.to/3Z2bN3y
Thread for soles- https://amzn.to/3QbahZ4
Shoemaking materials
Foam- https://amzn.to/3WTexhS
Heel counter- 1.2mm Toe Puff Counter Material E700 5 Yards| Avetco Inc.
Leathers- PeggySueAlso - Etsy
Liner- https://amzn.to/3WHeSEO
Meet the artist
I started reconstructing shoes because a client basically told me to haha I was painting sneakers part time and my clients loved me so much they wanted me to meet all of their custom needs so I built a pair that took about 4 weeks and my business took off FAST! I started buying materials and reconstructing shoes full time. Now I've taken Lacin Kicks LLC to a million-dollar business painting and reconstructing footwear. Stay hungry and remember, you aren't here to impress, you're here to be a better YOU!
-Jeremy Lacin