What is a Boot Last? Why is it important?

The last is a tool in cobblery and is an ergonomic shape of the foot. A cobbler will use the last to form and sha pe the leather upper to create a boot. We construct the boot upside down pulling and stretching the leather around the last\, skillfully tacking it to the midsole. We re-enforce the toes with a box toe and heel counter w ith a hardened and formed carbon fiber material. After the lasting proces s is completed\, the upper is allowed to cure on the last for several week s. After the curing process\, the boot will take the form and shape of th e lasts. This process pre-stretches the leather and creates points of sup port under the foot.\n\nLasting is the basis of modern footwear and forms the structure and contours of the design. The last is a tool used exclusi vely in the art of cobblery and its use and effect are the chief differenc e between the craft of making boots and the simpler leatherwork skill of m aking a moccasin or turn shoe.

Who makes the boots?

Simon is our master cobbler\, who comes from a long line of cobblers and boasts over 40 years of experie nce making footwear. We have the team of hard working elves assisting him in his workshop to produce the finest crafted boots the world has known. W e stole them from Santa - we have better cookies!

What are my options? What if I want a specific color?

< div class='news_text'>We offer all levels of customization. You are only l imited by the size of your imagination and budget. If you can dream it\, w e can build it. We have a variety of production options available at the f aires and cons. However\, if you don't see the color combination you want\ , we can create it for you. If you're wanting to venture out and make a co mpletely custom piece\, we are always excited to get involved in new proje cts.

Can my wide feet fit in your boots? What if I have large calves? What if I have skinny calves?

We surprise people daily with our boots' comfort and fit options\, especially those with wide feet. If you don't fit into one of o ur standard width sizes\, we have the ability to offer several levels of c ustom-made fitments. We can offer anything from simple wider custom patter ns to fully custom molded lasts to create a boot made just for you. Wide/n arrow calves are not a problem for us either\; some of our boot styles off er more space than others for the calf\, and custom-size boots can also be made to fit your calves.

Our boot s are intentionally made to have a bit of room for insoles or orthotics. D epending on the size and shape of your foot\, one may be able to be applie d. Having a comfortable fit is our top concern\; therefore\, we suggest th e best way to find out is to be fitted with your insole or orthotics in pe rson if you typically use or need one. We want you to become part of our f amily\, and the only way for that to happen is to make sure your feet put a smile on your face.

What about clothing ? Your brochures have clothes but I didn’t see any in your booth at faire.

Everyone at the faire is getting a discount. The items we make are being offered at direct-to-you prices. There is no middle-man and no mark up pricing\; you are getting th em from the source. When you purchase a boot from us\, you're getting a pr oduct that was handcrafted by a 5th generation cobbler. We do occasionally offer freebies with contests on Facebook. We may give away passes to a Fa ire\, or a set of buttons so watch out for those giveaways.

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We h ave a section in our shop devoted to discounted items. These are available for immediate shipment and are discounted from our online pricing Bizarre Bazaar

I bought a pair last week and I changed my mind. Can I return them and get a refun d?

Do you sell anywhere other than renaissance festivals? Where else can I try one on in person?