My mother had to wear handmade turned shoes due to her neurological foot disabilities. Watching your careful and beautiful work made me think of her wonderful shoemaker Mr. Sanchez. He put bows on her orthopaedic shoes, but we never thought of beading. He mostly made custom cowboy boots. It was after all Texas.
As a sufferer of various severe foot pain issues, I have found Nicole's videos completely fascinating. I'm so glad to hear that your lovely Mum had a marvellous personal shoemaker.
Nicole I think we're at the point where you no longer need to explain that 'witchy/goth' is your aesthetic. If you're making something cottagecore or neon we might need a heads up though :)
Gothic Victorian Evening shoes? Am I making shoes anytime soon? No. Am I going to watch this video in its entirety? You bet by God's grace I will. These are beautiful (as always) Nicole!
Absolutely beautiful! I love this "spooky meets historical accuracy" aesthetic. Watching shoes being handmade feels extra special every time, because in the modern world all knowledge of the shoemaking process is hidden from us.
Somehow, one would never imagine, that it's possible...to just make shoes at home. Real leather shoes, that don't look homemade. I've been sewing for 2 decades, yet this somehoe blows my mind.
I have a strong suspicion that the unidentified white leather is goat leather... it has the right colour, texture, and from your description, properties. Hope that helps if you ever need more
Yeah, I second that. I lived close to a leather vendor for years and got to snoop around in their cavern like underground storage on several occasions...I've definitely seen examples of goat leather, that had that stiff, paperlike quality.
Latigo leather has that same look & feel. It's often thick, white & papery if it's made for use as moccasin soles, otherwise, it's tanned & oiled for use in making boots & other hard-wearing items. It's made from cowhide. The material Nicole used might be latigo, or it might be goat, though goat is a thin leather, & this stuff was pretty thick (had to be shaved on the edges), so it makes me think it's latigo.
a really fascinating lesson once again! I know this is an odd thing to praise but I really appreciated the still camera choices. i love maker videos but the sudden 'vlog' style handheld camera shots make it hard for me to watch (motion sickness woo). I appreciate the extra time it takes to set up a stand for each shot, It's unnoticeable to most but thankyou regardless!
Whatcha doin'? Watching a video about how someone makes something that you will never attempt? Yah, me too, but it sure is fascinating to see something beautiful AND functional be created without an assembly line. Yup, I bet it sure is rewarding to wear something you put so much care and creativity into. * glancing at pile of unfinished sewing projects * Yup I bet it is.
For 30 years I've loved watching how things are made, even if what I watch is a skill I'll probably not develop myself, due to budget constraints or lack of patience. The making is fascinating, and it's wonderful that it's appreciated by so many people.
Thank to your channel, shoe-making has become an essential skill I need to add to my "I need to learn how to" list. Alongside better sewing, eight languages and counting, belly dancing, the split and dragon riding.
1) my knowledge of how shoes are made was exponentially increased by watching this. 2) my admiration of the skill involved in designing and executing these beautiful shoes is so extreme. 3) just, wow.
This is the first video you have done that I have seen. I am in awe. Those shoes are exquisite. I have never seen another pair so lovely. Bravo! I share your esthetic and I have ridiculously wide feet and can NEVER find pretty shoes that fit. I am hopeful now I may be able to attain at least a couple pair of witchy shoes in my lifetime. Thank you so much for sharing all that with us. I appreciate it so much.
All of the research you do so the shoe you are putting together is assembled in the same way from that year (era/time period) is so interesting. I love the Victorian and Edwardian era's of fashion but I had no idea there was so many particulars, differences and changes in the way women's garments were pieced together even in one year! You really are giving me a history lesson that the designs were very intricate and several different methods could be used to aquire the same look. It really is fascinating to watch you, thank you so much!
to be honest i thought someone was just gonna be gluing spooky decorations onto some shoes but then i remembered where i'd heard the name nicole rudolph from
Fascinating, beautiful and thought-provoking - your videos are uniformly splendid. In addition to learning a LOT about shoemaking, I was very interested to learn about burnishing wax. I’m a theatrical scenic artist, and I spend more time than anyone might imagine trying to find ways of removing black shoe scuffs from painted floors. The trick is to remove the marks without altering the sheen of the floor. Ah! The glamorous life of an artist….
I usually don't really love the shoes of this period but DAMN, THESE ARE AN ABSOLUTE DREAM. My inner 16-years-old goth self is frothing at the mouth. I want them so much. You did a wonderful, wonderful job Nicole! Also thank you for showing the turned shoe method on such a delicate pair, it was super interesting.
I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with that lovely net-covered bodice. I was just drooling over a fashion plate from 1898 of a gown that appears to be covered in a beautiful, lacy embroidered net, and it’ll be interesting to see how you handle something similar.
First: I am so glad you kept the dog butt clip. It was cute and worth the chuckle. Anyone who has pets knows they don't always cooperate. Second: these shoes are absolutely stunning! I would love a pair of my own, but definitely do not need another hobby, lol.
That was fascinating to follow ~ all the stages & processes involved, and your dexterity & precision was a joy to watch. You are so talented ~ those shoes are just so absolutely stunningly beautiful! They surely must have pride of place in your collection.
Those shoes are absolutely stunning. And getting to watch the whole process? Man. What wouldn't I have given for this type of content to be available 20 years ago.
I love all the shoes you make! I was just at a flea market and one of the vendors has literally thousands of shoe lasts from the Empire shoe company from the 1920s through the 1960s. I will be rewatching your videos trying to figure out how to make some shoes!!
@@m.maclellan7147 Oh, it has crossed my mind!! I spent like two hours sorting by sizes and finding matching pairs. I found some for my husband and will be going back to dig through for myself. It crossed my mind that if I can match up some pairs, I could probably put them online for other shoe making enthusiasts. I might. It's a giant pile of shoe lasts, with no rhyme or reason.
@@m.maclellan7147 Everything from infant to men's 14. All in a pile. Together. Madness. There were these men's lasts called "The Dagger" that had massive pointy toes on them, but I couldn't read the date. I was thinking they would make excellent witchy shoes! The women's shoes were all over the place. It would be a full day adventure to try to make pairs that match exactly. I might see what I can get done next week. The guy selling them has literally no idea what the heck they are.
@@ceara3100 Might be best if you just offer him, say, 150 bucks for the lot & take them home to sort. He might be delighted to "get rid" of such a large, clunky, amount of stuff he doesn't know what to DO with ?!
Nicole: That was AMAZING!! I don't know if you make shoes for anyone else, (by commission), but if you do, I hope you are charging them appropriately for all of the work that goes into making those shoes. Like $400 or more. Those came out beautifully and fit your heel as if it were a second skin. I don't think I have ever seen a heel fit around the back of the foot as well as this pair did. You are so talented and I hope producers of films using that era of costume, will hire you to supervise the designing and making of shoes for films. They would for sure get shoes that actually fit the time period and are made well too. Of course they would not be handmade, but at least they could be made to look better and be period specific. I am in constant awe of your talents. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us.
I'd definitely pay $100's of dollars for hand made shoes that beautiful. I'm a guy, though, & they'd have to be adapted, somewhat, to a more masculine style. Not by much, though, I'm pretty fluid.
$400.? i think more. From what i know, to make shoes for other's it takes alot more work. she knows her own feet. The material has to be OUTRAGEOUS to buy.
Those shoes are seriously beautiful! Every single time you post a video about shoemaking, it's like seeing it for the first time all over again. It's the coolest thing on earth!
Thank you for keeping these masterful and historical techniques alive. I’m interested in shoes at the moment since I got custom orthotics and realised the impact of crappy shoes, so seeing this level of detail and care is thrilling!
I keep marvelling at your hand sewing and precision on your clothes making videos, and the grace and purpose of every movement, only to remember ah yes - wrangling leathering shoe making, fabric is probably a whole lot easier hence the strength
This looks like a modern designer shoe if I'm being honest. It makes me wish I could wear shoes but that's not gonna happen. They are truly gorgeous and your work seems impeccable all the time. ❤❤❤
Hi Nicole....I've never watched shoes being handmade before and now begin to understand why beautiful shoes are so expensive. Can you give me an idea of how long these took to make in real time? LOOOOOOOOOOVE the beadwork
That's what I always think, when I watch 'advanced' makeup tutorials 😄. I'd rather make the shoes - at least, I would get to wear them over and over again!
I must say that seeing you make shoes from scratch is incredible 👀, wow I just speechless 😶 when imagination and craft collide just mystifying and love ❤️ that it’s such a lady sophisticated shoes just beautiful you are a very lucky 🍀 lady
The way you carefully cut the edges of the leather is so satisfying! Cordwaining is one of the coolest, most respectable trades I can think of, but to also make gorgeous gothic Victorian shoes? I can't handle all the awesome 😵
Those are the most stunningly beautiful shoes I've ever seen! Your beadwork is breathtaking and the bows are the perfect finishing touch. Now I have to clean the drool off of my tablet. Will be eagerly awaiting to see how you plan a gown to go with the slippers
I love how you always mention when you hit a little snag, or had to change your plans part way through. It really helps to remind us that rarely does something go exactly as planned. The finished product is amazing, and I would never had known you had trouble with the beading or that it wasn't perfectly alined. We are always our own worst critics, especially when we saw all the little snags when making it.
I love learning about fabrics, shoemaking and sewing techniques with you. I hardly ever have time for little proyects, let alone making something this gorgeous. But, man, I love learning stuff. It nourishes my soul! 🌻
Really enjoyed vlog, so interesting, we take shoes for granted but when we get not only see how there made and what goes into them, then you really appreciate them more. Jason from UK 🤓
Every time I see a shoe video it makes me want to be able to make vic/edwardian heels soooo badly. Bc trying to find a shoe exactly how I want is near impossible.. beautiful work as always ❣️
Those are so beautiful! The talent that you have in being able to create those amazing shoes is extraordinary! All of the research you do, and then share with us is such a wonderful gift. Thank you for sharing. In gratitude and pure joy , Audri
Been so much fun to watch, that I saw it three times. I love how the shoes turned out and some day would like to have a pair made up for me to wear as ordinary pumps.
This is so fascinating. I've worked at a leather winter booth and slipper factory in Quebec City, Canada, for a few years and it's really nice to see how the same steps used to be made at a different time and without all the machinery we had.
Beautiful as always Nicole and a joy to watch! One of the things I love is that you are managing to do all this with very hyper mobile thumbs like mine! I knit, sew and crochet and have found compression gloves can really help as the hyper mobility can make your hands sore at times. Take care my lovely and keep the lovely videos coming 😘
The combination of technical/practical skills with the artistry of the design is mind-blowing. You are a true artisan and it is a joy to watch you work.
The production of this video was top quality. Beautiful editing, perfectly fitting music and oh my such wonderful shoes! You got me. I'm definitely subscribing.
I enjoy watching your historical shoemaking and how much craftsmanship you put into your work. Would you ever consider making shoes to go with the Peacock Dress that Cathy Hay is making?
So awesome to see them completed! To go from that low-key livestream on Instagram where you were beading the first upper to this beautiful pair of shoes is a process that still fascinates me. It’s still like magic in hands such as yours. I’m really looking forward to seeing that bodice recreation. Witchy-goth is still the aesthetic of my heart.
My mother had to wear handmade turned shoes due to her neurological foot disabilities. Watching your careful and beautiful work made me think of her wonderful shoemaker Mr. Sanchez. He put bows on her orthopaedic shoes, but we never thought of beading. He mostly made custom cowboy boots. It was after all Texas.
Mr Sanchez sounds like a Good Egg
As a sufferer of various severe foot pain issues, I have found Nicole's videos completely fascinating. I'm so glad to hear that your lovely Mum had a marvellous personal shoemaker.
Thats so cute, I’m imagining your mom as a cowgirl kicking ass in her special shoes with bows on them
Nicole I think we're at the point where you no longer need to explain that 'witchy/goth' is your aesthetic.
If you're making something cottagecore or neon we might need a heads up though :)
😂
Yknow, a heads up so we don't assume she's been taken hostage by someone of a different aesthetic 🤣
@@skylerhall1537 exactly
Are you the only people who watch her??? No
Gothic Victorian Evening shoes? Am I making shoes anytime soon? No. Am I going to watch this video in its entirety? You bet by God's grace I will. These are beautiful (as always) Nicole!
Absolutely beautiful! I love this "spooky meets historical accuracy" aesthetic. Watching shoes being handmade feels extra special every time, because in the modern world all knowledge of the shoemaking process is hidden from us.
Somehow, one would never imagine, that it's possible...to just make shoes at home. Real leather shoes, that don't look homemade. I've been sewing for 2 decades, yet this somehoe blows my mind.
100% I came here to say the same thing
I have a strong suspicion that the unidentified white leather is goat leather... it has the right colour, texture, and from your description, properties. Hope that helps if you ever need more
Yeah, I second that. I lived close to a leather vendor for years and got to snoop around in their cavern like underground storage on several occasions...I've definitely seen examples of goat leather, that had that stiff, paperlike quality.
Latigo leather has that same look & feel. It's often thick, white & papery if it's made for use as moccasin soles, otherwise, it's tanned & oiled for use in making boots & other hard-wearing items. It's made from cowhide. The material Nicole used might be latigo, or it might be goat, though goat is a thin leather, & this stuff was pretty thick (had to be shaved on the edges), so it makes me think it's latigo.
a really fascinating lesson once again! I know this is an odd thing to praise but I really appreciated the still camera choices. i love maker videos but the sudden 'vlog' style handheld camera shots make it hard for me to watch (motion sickness woo). I appreciate the extra time it takes to set up a stand for each shot, It's unnoticeable to most but thankyou regardless!
Whatcha doin'?
Watching a video about how someone makes something that you will never attempt?
Yah, me too, but it sure is fascinating to see something beautiful AND functional be created without an assembly line.
Yup, I bet it sure is rewarding to wear something you put so much care and creativity into.
* glancing at pile of unfinished sewing projects *
Yup I bet it is.
Stop calling me out like this lmao
This is a wholeass mood. 🤣💖
For 30 years I've loved watching how things are made, even if what I watch is a skill I'll probably not develop myself, due to budget constraints or lack of patience. The making is fascinating, and it's wonderful that it's appreciated by so many people.
* Looks at all the projects he's got sitting & gathering dust. * I fell attacked.🤣
how dare you make me think about my growing pile of sewing projects
I'm 68 years old and those are the most beautiful shoes I have ever seen... No Doubt!
I am obsessed with how these shoes turned out.
(No pun intended.)
This are stunning. And watching this process, I suddenly understand why really good shoes are so expensive.
Best “ending” ever! You made the perfect shoe for the aesthetic you’re going for!
Oh those shoes are heavenly! Also, the fully black sole gives it a very clean look and seems well suited to a dancing shoe
Omg! You had to do that two times! Gorgeous shoes, and thanks for that perfect " ending".
The reveal was beautiful, made me think of fairy tale princess shoes. And the puppy has very cute and fluffy hindquarters. Conclusion: win-win.
Thank to your channel, shoe-making has become an essential skill I need to add to my "I need to learn how to" list.
Alongside better sewing, eight languages and counting, belly dancing, the split and dragon riding.
Just when I thought this channel couldn't possibly tick any more boxes for me
These shoes really do make my lil gothy heart happy.
They are simply glorious
I really want to see the whole dress if it's complete. These shoes are the perfect foretaste for what is coming.
1) my knowledge of how shoes are made was exponentially increased by watching this. 2) my admiration of the skill involved in designing and executing these beautiful shoes is so extreme. 3) just, wow.
My favourite part of these videos is when you hit leather with hammer, making it into right shape #satisfying
Beautiful shoes, perfect ending.
This is the first video you have done that I have seen. I am in awe. Those shoes are exquisite. I have never seen another pair so lovely. Bravo! I share your esthetic and I have ridiculously wide feet and can NEVER find pretty shoes that fit. I am hopeful now I may be able to attain at least a couple pair of witchy shoes in my lifetime. Thank you so much for sharing all that with us. I appreciate it so much.
All of the research you do so the shoe you are putting together is assembled in the same way from that year (era/time period) is so interesting. I love the Victorian and Edwardian era's of fashion but I had no idea there was so many particulars, differences and changes in the way women's garments were pieced together even in one year! You really are giving me a history lesson that the designs were very intricate and several different methods could be used to aquire the same look. It really is fascinating to watch you, thank you so much!
to be honest i thought someone was just gonna be gluing spooky decorations onto some shoes but then i remembered where i'd heard the name nicole rudolph from
Fascinating, beautiful and thought-provoking - your videos are uniformly splendid.
In addition to learning a LOT about shoemaking, I was very interested to learn about burnishing wax. I’m a theatrical scenic artist, and I spend more time than anyone might imagine trying to find ways of removing black shoe scuffs from painted floors. The trick is to remove the marks without altering the sheen of the floor. Ah! The glamorous life of an artist….
You absolutely have to create a label for them to sign your artwork. They are gorgeous and I love them. Bravo 👏
I love all your videos, but especially the shoe-making ones. These shoes are beautiful! What an awesome skill to have.
The cute tiny spider added to the bow just makes it! Very impressive work technically and artistically. Congratulations 🎊
I usually don't really love the shoes of this period but DAMN, THESE ARE AN ABSOLUTE DREAM. My inner 16-years-old goth self is frothing at the mouth. I want them so much. You did a wonderful, wonderful job Nicole! Also thank you for showing the turned shoe method on such a delicate pair, it was super interesting.
Gorgeous!!!! I want!!! Spooky historical evening slippers -- sheer magical witchery, plus a ton of meticulous beadwork!! Fantabulous!!!!
I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with that lovely net-covered bodice. I was just drooling over a fashion plate from 1898 of a gown that appears to be covered in a beautiful, lacy embroidered net, and it’ll be interesting to see how you handle something similar.
The bodice and shoes remind me of the gown worn by Trish Vandevere in the symphony scene of The Changling (1979) with George C. Scott.
First: I am so glad you kept the dog butt clip. It was cute and worth the chuckle. Anyone who has pets knows they don't always cooperate.
Second: these shoes are absolutely stunning! I would love a pair of my own, but definitely do not need another hobby, lol.
I don’t know that I’ll ever make shoes myself, but I simply love watching you do it! Thank you for that!
That was fascinating to follow ~ all the stages & processes involved, and your dexterity & precision was a joy to watch. You are so talented ~ those shoes are just so absolutely stunningly beautiful! They surely must have pride of place in your collection.
Your "simple" black shoes turned out stunning. Those beads are amazing.
Those are SO AWESOME!
Those shoes are absolutely stunning. And getting to watch the whole process? Man. What wouldn't I have given for this type of content to be available 20 years ago.
Just by reading the title in the notification, I know I need those
I love all the shoes you make! I was just at a flea market and one of the vendors has literally thousands of shoe lasts from the Empire shoe company from the 1920s through the 1960s. I will be rewatching your videos trying to figure out how to make some shoes!!
Had you the time, & the finances, you could but up those lasts & resell them for all of us that never seem to find these "goodies" ! ;)
@@m.maclellan7147 Oh, it has crossed my mind!! I spent like two hours sorting by sizes and finding matching pairs. I found some for my husband and will be going back to dig through for myself. It crossed my mind that if I can match up some pairs, I could probably put them online for other shoe making enthusiasts. I might. It's a giant pile of shoe lasts, with no rhyme or reason.
@@ceara3100 Size 7 1/2 or 8 - just sayin' ?! ;)
@@m.maclellan7147 Everything from infant to men's 14. All in a pile. Together. Madness. There were these men's lasts called "The Dagger" that had massive pointy toes on them, but I couldn't read the date. I was thinking they would make excellent witchy shoes! The women's shoes were all over the place. It would be a full day adventure to try to make pairs that match exactly. I might see what I can get done next week. The guy selling them has literally no idea what the heck they are.
@@ceara3100 Might be best if you just offer him, say, 150 bucks for the lot & take them home to sort. He might be delighted to "get rid" of such a large, clunky, amount of stuff he doesn't know what to DO with ?!
I never put much thought into how shoes changed over the years until I started watching your channel. What a fun new way to look at history!
Im a simple bean. I see spiders on clothing/accessories, I like. NEEDS MOAR SPIDERS! 😆🕸🕷
My jaw drops everytime I watch you make... anything, really.
I'm stunned. These are positively gorgeous. Have you shared them with Rachel Maksy, since she loves all things spooky too????
These are exquisite! Although I do get a bit nervous watching you with the blade cutting the sole 😬 so skillful
The little spiders are just perfect.
Nicole: That was AMAZING!! I don't know if you make shoes for anyone else, (by commission), but if you do, I hope you are charging them appropriately for all of the work that goes into making those shoes. Like $400 or more. Those came out beautifully and fit your heel as if it were a second skin. I don't think I have ever seen a heel fit around the back of the foot as well as this pair did. You are so talented and I hope producers of films using that era of costume, will hire you to supervise the designing and making of shoes for films. They would for sure get shoes that actually fit the time period and are made well too. Of course they would not be handmade, but at least they could be made to look better and be period specific. I am in constant awe of your talents. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us.
I'd definitely pay $100's of dollars for hand made shoes that beautiful. I'm a guy, though, & they'd have to be adapted, somewhat, to a more masculine style. Not by much, though, I'm pretty fluid.
$400.? i think more. From what i know, to make shoes for other's it takes alot more work. she knows her own feet. The material has to be OUTRAGEOUS to buy.
Those shoes are seriously beautiful! Every single time you post a video about shoemaking, it's like seeing it for the first time all over again. It's the coolest thing on earth!
Thank you for keeping these masterful and historical techniques alive. I’m interested in shoes at the moment since I got custom orthotics and realised the impact of crappy shoes, so seeing this level of detail and care is thrilling!
Beautiful!! Watching you make these is just mesmerizing.
And waggy Bichon-butt is adorably silly.
I keep marvelling at your hand sewing and precision on your clothes making videos, and the grace and purpose of every movement, only to remember ah yes - wrangling leathering shoe making, fabric is probably a whole lot easier hence the strength
The shoes are beautiful, and that closeup of the wagging tail was an adorable end to the video.
This looks like a modern designer shoe if I'm being honest. It makes me wish I could wear shoes but that's not gonna happen.
They are truly gorgeous and your work seems impeccable all the time. ❤❤❤
Hi Nicole....I've never watched shoes being handmade before and now begin to understand why beautiful shoes are so expensive. Can you give me an idea of how long these took to make in real time? LOOOOOOOOOOVE the beadwork
If we all needed to make a pair of shoes just to go out for an evening, we’d all stay at home more!
That's what I always think, when I watch 'advanced' makeup tutorials 😄.
I'd rather make the shoes - at least, I would get to wear them over and over again!
Watching you tap in those tiny nails has got to be one of the most satisfying things.
The bows with the little spiders? *chef's kiss*
I really enjoy watching your hands make things. Such dexterity. That beading pattern and those beads are so beautiful.
I must say that seeing you make shoes from scratch is incredible 👀, wow I just speechless 😶 when imagination and craft collide just mystifying and love ❤️ that it’s such a lady sophisticated shoes just beautiful you are a very lucky 🍀 lady
The pupper appearance at the end made us laugh, thank you for keeping that in!
The way you carefully cut the edges of the leather is so satisfying! Cordwaining is one of the coolest, most respectable trades I can think of, but to also make gorgeous gothic Victorian shoes? I can't handle all the awesome 😵
My favorite detail: the little spiders on the bows!
Beautiful work. Love the Gothic Victorian esthetic. Can’t wait to see everything come together 🕷🕸🕷🕸🕷🕸🦇🕸🦇🕸
Those are the most stunningly beautiful shoes I've ever seen! Your beadwork is breathtaking and the bows are the perfect finishing touch. Now I have to clean the drool off of my tablet. Will be eagerly awaiting to see how you plan a gown to go with the slippers
I love how you always mention when you hit a little snag, or had to change your plans part way through. It really helps to remind us that rarely does something go exactly as planned.
The finished product is amazing, and I would never had known you had trouble with the beading or that it wasn't perfectly alined.
We are always our own worst critics, especially when we saw all the little snags when making it.
iridescence? interesting! i never would have thought that people would have figured out how to make iridescence that early
I love learning about fabrics, shoemaking and sewing techniques with you. I hardly ever have time for little proyects, let alone making something this gorgeous. But, man, I love learning stuff. It nourishes my soul! 🌻
Those shoes are stunning! I enjoyed watching the process from start to finish even though I’m never going to actually make shoes. It was fascinating.
The shoe are really cool! I love the idea of having beadwork on a nice pair of evening shoes.
Really enjoyed vlog, so interesting, we take shoes for granted but when we get not only see how there made and what goes into them, then you really appreciate them more. Jason from UK 🤓
I'll be dreaming of those shoes for quite a while, i expect!
This was fascinating and I loved the spiderweb design!
I have just fallen in everlasting love with a pair of shoes 😍 Dear goddess those creations are wonderful 💜
The dog was perfect. 👌
Every time I see a shoe video it makes me want to be able to make vic/edwardian heels soooo badly. Bc trying to find a shoe exactly how I want is near impossible.. beautiful work as always ❣️
never really thought about how shoes were/are made and this is so fascinating! thank you so much! so beautiful! (and what a cute dog 🐶💕
It is soooo awesome to watch you make an entire pair of positively lovely shoes. Wow!!!
This years Spooky Project is looking GLORIOUS!!! I’m so excited to follow along!!!
I adore these videos, the amount of knowledge you have is just incredible. I always look forward to Sunday because I know your video will show up!
Those are so beautiful! The talent that you have in being able to create those amazing shoes is extraordinary! All of the research you do, and then share with us is such a wonderful gift. Thank you for sharing.
In gratitude and pure joy ,
Audri
Been so much fun to watch, that I saw it three times. I love how the shoes turned out and some day would like to have a pair made up for me to wear as ordinary pumps.
The beadwork on these shoes is stunning 😍
This is so fascinating. I've worked at a leather winter booth and slipper factory in Quebec City, Canada, for a few years and it's really nice to see how the same steps used to be made at a different time and without all the machinery we had.
The shank is still what the arch support of a pointe shoe is called. Now I know where that comes from!
This pair turned out gorgeous! If you didn’t state that there were issues, I wouldn’t have known.
These shoes are basically made like point shoes are made. That is sooooo cool!
Beautiful work, and the spiders are so cute!
Beautiful as always Nicole and a joy to watch! One of the things I love is that you are managing to do all this with very hyper mobile thumbs like mine! I knit, sew and crochet and have found compression gloves can really help as the hyper mobility can make your hands sore at times. Take care my lovely and keep the lovely videos coming 😘
omg, nicole--they're faaaaaaaabuous!! the cut steel beadwork is [chef's kiss]!!
Oh, I'm in love with those shoes 💖💖💖💖💖
These turned out (no pun intended) so gorgeous, I love them so much!!! 🖤🕸🕷
Oh my! Love watching you make these. Reminds me of ballet pumps being made. Can't believe I didn't know of this channel sooner. ❤️
theyre absolutely GORGEOUS. the beadwork just sends them to a whole nother league of incredible
The combination of technical/practical skills with the artistry of the design is mind-blowing. You are a true artisan and it is a joy to watch you work.
The production of this video was top quality. Beautiful editing, perfectly fitting music and oh my such wonderful shoes! You got me. I'm definitely subscribing.
Oh my goodness Bailey at the end! (Also, of course, the shoes are pheeeenomenal)
I enjoy watching your historical shoemaking and how much craftsmanship you put into your work. Would you ever consider making shoes to go with the Peacock Dress that Cathy Hay is making?
Those little spiders are EVERYTHING
So awesome to see them completed! To go from that low-key livestream on Instagram where you were beading the first upper to this beautiful pair of shoes is a process that still fascinates me. It’s still like magic in hands such as yours. I’m really looking forward to seeing that bodice recreation. Witchy-goth is still the aesthetic of my heart.
Wow! Just stunning! I find your shoe making videos absolutely fascinating. I admire your skills and talents so much.