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Not common knowledge but some of you know already that I do a spot of shoe designing - studied at Cordwainers London for a while and worked in a certain studio with a certain shoe designer in London for quite a number of years on and off :-)
I was at that certain studio for two weeks while I was in the UK brushing up on my design and manufacturing skills. Just wanted to show you how this pair went.
Danny Choo - Tokyo 200X
Above: The green foot shaped object is called a Last - comes in many shapes and sizes. I have yet to design my own last shape. Here you can see that I covered the front half of the last in Masking tape. I then proceed to design the shoe. This time I wanted to concentrate on strappy sandals. Oh - I only design women's shoes for now :-)
Danny Choo - Tokyo 200X

Above: This is the design I chose to go with - simple straps.
Danny Choo - Tokyo 200X
Above: Once I have decided on the design, I proceed to cut the pattern. This is kind of a template which one would use to make the top part of the shoe (which is called an Upper). The pattern is used to cut the fabric and lining to be used. There are many things to consider when designing the pattern though - how straps/material overlap with each other, which part of the material will take the most strain etc etc.
Danny Choo - Tokyo 200X
Above: After the different shapes of material have been cut by hand, its time to scythe some of the thicker lining. The lining is made of leather and parts of leather that overlap need to be scythed otherwise feet would find it rather uncomfortable.
Danny Choo - Tokyo 200X

Above: Once the upper is complete, the stitching needs to go in and this is done by a particular type of sewing machine called a Post Machine. I am not sure why its called a Post Machine but I imagine that its to do with the post like object which you see just under my hands - without it, sewing an upper would be a nightmare due to the nooks, crannys and folds - especially for boots.
Danny Choo - Tokyo 200X
Above: And here is the finished pair - not really for daily use but ideal for parties, weddings (in white or pearl) or for that special occasion.

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huet fab in france
Extra! Excellent!not enought word lol ,i really imprest by your job, it s really great ,just want to link your site on mine, i m a little graphist near by you ,respect and continue your wonderfull stuff artworks and blog reallyyyyyyyyy.     scuse my fuckin'bad engrish lol    Fab 
(ID #33327) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Andy Chong in Taipei
Just curious, are you in anyway related to the famed shoe designer Jimmy Choo?
(ID #33442) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
kris hardy in seattle
seriously lovely shoes, schmoo. sure to be a hit with the freaky styley ladies. what about something more sinister, for us dark types stuck up here in the northwest? 
(ID #33988) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Blue in LA
I am sorry to say, it looks like something you can buy from Chinatown...  for under $10 bucks!
(ID #36307) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
I see U a "Jack of all trades Danny" I think they look good....I think they'll look even better on "Kaho" with a evening gown in the rain, with no underwear on.....=)
(ID #39441) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
zakaria
dear,sir
I like shoes design so much and I want to leran how can I design boot? pleas can you hlep me?

best regards
ZAKARIA 
(ID #42342) Posted on 2007/01/02 01:23
Wheelman in Sarawak, Malaysia
Manufacturing operator
Registered on 2007/03/22 07:10
Wow!, I finally found the son of the legendary Jimmy Choo, no pun intended. You can't deny that your father's talent is in you. Well, is really nice to know you.
(ID #45732) Posted on 2007/03/22 22:18
Jimmie in NYC
D00d, is there anything you don't do? Man, you really know how to inspire. Thanks and as always, keep up the great content.
(ID #46437) Posted on 2007/04/11 19:30
xjaymanx in Vegas, baby!
Technical Writer/Editor, Designer, Collector, Artist, Nice Guy
Registered on 2006/12/29 11:01
LOL, ah, the idea was amusing and intriguing, but nope, no fatherly relation... Jimmy Choo was born 1961. Danny Choo is in his 30s, so born around 1970s... But long-lost brothers? Hmmm, hahaha!
(ID #46770) Posted on 2007/04/19 19:16
lostandfound in a UFO... catcher...
Part human, part student, 100% loser
Registered on 2007/10/22 02:10
Wow Danny, really impressive... Anymore tricks up your sleeve? Like cutting your wife in half and putting her back to normal without stitches for example LOL
(ID #68627) Posted on 2008/01/04 09:04
huet fab in france
Extra! Excellent!not enought word lol ,i really imprest by your job, it s really great ,just want to link your site on mine, i m a little graphist near by you ,respect and continue your wonderfull stuff artworks and blog reallyyyyyyyyy.     scuse my fuckin'bad engrish lol    Fab 
(ID #75331) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Andy Chong in Taipei
Just curious, are you in anyway related to the famed shoe designer Jimmy Choo?
(ID #75446) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
kris hardy in seattle
seriously lovely shoes, schmoo. sure to be a hit with the freaky styley ladies. what about something more sinister, for us dark types stuck up here in the northwest? 
(ID #75992) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Blue in LA
I am sorry to say, it looks like something you can buy from Chinatown...  for under $10 bucks!
(ID #78311) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
Gordon Pekeur in south africa -cape town-
I see U a "Jack of all trades Danny" I think they look good....I think they'll look even better on "Kaho" with a evening gown in the rain, with no underwear on.....=)
(ID #81445) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
zakaria
dear,sir
I like shoes design so much and I want to leran how can I design boot? pleas can you hlep me?

best regards
ZAKARIA 
(ID #84346) Posted on 1999/11/30 14:12
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