With all the questions about how I create my shoes a Tutorial was definitely necessary!!! The video version will be out with the next pair. But until then I really hope this helps!!! Shoe making can be so rewarding especially when it comes to characters with strange shoes, I have many a Cosplay in my list that finding shoes for are not an option because of how strange they are.
Find a pair of shoes with the same base as what you need. For Cc I used a pair of white pumps, plus for 5$ at the thrift store they're worth it.
Remove all accessories, for me this means Everything, and I mean everything. These shoes in particular had ruching, bows, lace, a few straps. All of it came off to give me a smooth working space.
Separate the Sole and Shank from the Insole, this gives you the real working space you'll need to make your shoe.
Use your preferred method of patterning your shoe. For these I used the saran wrap and duct tape method. Take this pattern and apply it to your fabric choice. Use this time to add your embellishments and extra detailing, it will often be easier to add before the shoe is clamped back together.
This is where things get dicey, line the edge of your shoe pattern against the edge of the insole with the seam allowance overlapping underneath. Snip the curve like you would a regular curved seam. This helps with achieving a cleaner bond when your insole and sole are put back together. Glue, stitch, or staple the fashion layer to your insole. I find it's best to work from the tip of the toes to the heel on both sides simultaneously. This prevents too much bunching when putting it together.
Once this layer is attached apply adhesive to the Shank first, be sure to a line it closely before clamping it together. My preferred adhesive for fabric based shoes is an epoxy based adhesive. Be sure to use one with a lesser amount of catalyst as it will not crack in cold weather.
Do the same with the Sole, and clamp it down tight. After I've clamped everything together I'll wait a couple days just to be sure the bond has cured properly. Our wisconsin summers often swap back and forth with heat and humidity that can change the cure times of many adhesives.
