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Turn Shoes
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Viking and Saxon shoes come in many styles. All are called turn shoes because they are sewn inside out, then turned right side out before wearing.
Types of Turn Shoes
In the Early Medieval period, some types of turn shoes are found at many locations, others are found only in one area. This means that some shoes can be matched to a character from a particular area. The following link has some examples of turn shoes found in different areas and at different time periods: Types of Turn Shoes
Making Turn Shoes
Turn shoes are easier to make than modern shoes, so if you have time (and reasonably strong fingers), you can make your own. You will need some Basic Equipment and Materials for Making Turn Shoes.
Making a Turn Shoe Pattern
Making a Turn Shoe Pattern is the first step in making a shoe. Alternatively you can adapt an existing pattern. The following patterns are based on finds and can be useful to work out the basic shape of a shoe:
Cutting out Turn Shoes
Choosing Leather for Making Shoes is important to get a shoe that is comfortable and performs well. Once you have the leather, there are different ways of Cutting Leather for Shoe Making.
Sewing Turn Shoes
When you have your pattern pieces cut out in leather, the next step is Sewing Turn Shoes.
Turning Turn Shoes
When the shoe is stitched the next stage is Turning Turn Shoes.
Fitting Turn Shoe Buttons
Not every turn shoe needs buttons, but for styles that do the next step is Making and Fitting Leather Turn Shoe Buttons.