In this course, students will make patterns and construct a pair of moosehide mukluks with canvas or wool uppers. This is cold weather, snowshoeing footwear and are of expedition quality.
Students can choose to make uppers knee-high or shorter.
Booties or liners can be purchased or made. This course will cover the background of this traditional style, design elements used, techniques, and analysis of sample swatches. If time allows there will be presentation of the traditional structure of the Fair Isle Sweater and a look at style variations. These rugged, warm slipper-like socks are also great for a cozy evening at home. After a review of their history, students will investigate the Swedish method of preparing a personal pattern then follow through the steps required to completion.