Udemy - Learn Derby Pattern Making - A Fundamental Shoe Style

What you'll learn
Understand the structure and design features of the classic Derby shoe style.
Create a complete Derby shoe pattern from scratch, including the upper and lining components.
Apply professional patternmaking techniques using a standard shoe last.
Prepare and adjust patterns for cutting leather and assembling a Derby prototype.
Requirements
No prior shoemaking or patternmaking experience is required - this course is beginner-friendly.
You will need a shoe last and basic tools such as paper, pencil, tape, ruler, cutter, and patternmaking materials.
Description
Imagine being able to design and draft your own shoe patterns - not just any pattern, but a timeless and essential model: the Derby.In this course, you'll learn how to create a professional Derby shoe pattern from scratch using traditional hand patternmaking techniques. Whether you're just starting out or aiming to refine your footwear skills, this course provides a solid foundation for anyone interested in shoemaking design, leathercraft, or fashion.Through detailed, step-by-step video lessons, you'll master the entire Derby patternmaking process - from wrapping the last and transferring the mean forme, to building the technical drawing and cutting the final cardboard pieces.You'll also gain the confidence to apply these techniques in other shoe styles and take your craft further. What You'll LearnHow to analyze a Derby shoe and identify its key design elementsWrapping a last and establishing key points and construction linesTransferring the mean forme and design lines into a 2D layoutBuilding the technical drawing and extracting final patternsCreating professional cardboard patterns ready for leather cutting What You'll NeedA shoe last Basic tools: pencil, ruler, cutter, eraser, A3 paper, and other accessible itemsNo software needed - this course focuses on hands-on, manual techniques Who This Course Is ForBeginners who want to learn classic shoemaking from the ground upAspiring footwear designers looking to create patterns that fit real lastsLeathercrafters who want to expand their skillset into footwearHobbyists or professionals seeking creative, made-to-measure projectsThis course is part of a larger shoemaking journey that includes 9 different footwear models - from Derby and Oxford to Sneakers, Loafers, Boots, Heels, and more. When you're ready, you'll have the skills and tools to go beyond the Derby and start building your own full collection.
Who this course is for
Beginners interested in shoemaking and footwear design
Hobbyists who want to learn how to draft their own shoe patterns
Aspiring footwear designers looking to understand classic Derby construction
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