Jordan Report post Posted January 2, 2009 I used a piece of saddle skirting (thick stuff!) from the scrap bin at tandy for the sole soaked beezwax in after putting them together. The footpad piece was 6/7 weight of scrap from some holster leftovers and the strap channels were dremel drum sanded into the sole to reduce the strap telegraphing through the foot pad. If I do another pair I would use the hidden stitch on the bottom that I read about in another topic. Also the rear strap loops need to be wider so they don't move back and forth so much, maybe wrap all the way around the heel. They are fun to make and are very comfortable once they form to the feet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorange Report post Posted March 31, 2009 I used a piece of saddle skirting (thick stuff!) from the scrap bin at tandy for the sole soaked beezwax in after putting them together. The footpad piece was 6/7 weight of scrap from some holster leftovers and the strap channels were dremel drum sanded into the sole to reduce the strap telegraphing through the foot pad. If I do another pair I would use the hidden stitch on the bottom that I read about in another topic. Also the rear strap loops need to be wider so they don't move back and forth so much, maybe wrap all the way around the heel. They are fun to make and are very comfortable once they form to the feet. Jordan I am impressed with the sewing what did you use, awsome "heyzuschristos" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jordan Report post Posted March 31, 2009 I hand sewed them after punching the holes with my neels5 without thread. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UKRay Report post Posted March 31, 2009 I hand sewed them after punching the holes with my neels5 without thread. It never fails to amaze me what a simple question can provoke. I just wish I could get some more information about making those historic sadals I see around the place - the sort that cross lace up your leg. Somebody must be making them -they can't all be original, genuine, honest to goodness celtic/viking/saxon/roman or can they? LOL Hey Suze - any thoughts? - please note that was 'Hey Suze' as opposed to "heyzuschristos" - similar but very different! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigorange Report post Posted October 25, 2011 Great work, I am in the market as I blew out my flip flops yesterday! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sylvia Report post Posted December 2, 2011 Great work, I am in the market as I blew out my flip flops yesterday! Did you step on a pop top? As to the soles of these I'm wondering if Barge Cement mixed with Tire Dust from a re-tread operation would make an acceptable sole for these sandals. Heck, Nike' started with the founder using a waffle iron and some sort of rubber. I know this fellow in Winston, Oregon uses the Tire dust on his custom mocs and boots. http://www.sodhoppers.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JefferyL Report post Posted January 14, 2012 Couldn't you just get a thickness of natural rubber and put it on? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sylvia Report post Posted January 14, 2012 Couldn't you just get a thickness of natural rubber and put it on? Sure, you could. If you could find a source. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JefferyL Report post Posted January 14, 2012 This is where I would usually get something like that. http://www.mcmaster.com/#rubber-sheets/=fsxmyz Sure, you could. If you could find a source. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sylvia Report post Posted January 14, 2012 This is where I would usually get something like that. http://www.mcmaster....-sheets/=fsxmyz Nice link, thank you. But natural rubber is SPENDY! Cut-to-Length 36" Tan -20° to +180° F 3000 psi 41.84 Per Ft. They have smaller options but 3/16" x 12" x 12" in Tan is over $16 each and then you have to add shipping. I like my Tire dust better. FREE, and Recycled. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Northmount Report post Posted January 15, 2012 (edited) Here's another source for soles. www.acor.com Look at outsoles. Edited January 15, 2012 by northmount Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
