Friday, May 18, 2012

Almost done: Deer Fur Boots

These boots have turned into my summer project. They are coming along nicely though. All that is left is to put on the leather sole and attach the antler heel. 


Winzeler Gear: Better quality images









Friday, May 4, 2012

Dream Shoe Sketches

These are rough ideas of my dream shoes. I want this to be the next pair that I make.

This shoe has been the only thing on my mind for a year.

...more Winzeler Gear show photos.

carved block
 thermoplastic pattern for round white hat
Susan Aurinko wearing the hat she purchased from me! She looked wonderful.
 Carline and I. 
 Display

Winzeler Gear Hat show 2012

This year my Advanced Headwear class had a big show at the Winzeler Gear factory in Harwood Heights outside of Chicago; where I was honored to win the Raymond Hudd 1st Place Millenary award for the 2nd year in a row!!!  Rest in peace Raymond Hudd<3.

(These are just some rough shots- Professional photos coming soon!)


 Left: made only from black & white laser-cut acrylic. 



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 Right: Made from thermoplastic, Bondo car dent filler, white primer, and spray on Plast-Dip.




IN PROGRESS: Deer fur boots with antler heel.





1st pair of handmade wedges