Recondition & Polish
August 2021 Session
After completing this course artisans earn an average of
This 26-hour Recondition & Polish course is an introduction to reconditioning and polishing leather and fabric products. Students will learn about the products, processes and equipment used to properly recondition and/or polish these materials.
2-hour Pre-Course:
Online
24-hour Onsite Workshop:
The Cobblers Academy, Miami FL
August 22 - August 27
Jim McFarland
A more-than-twenty-time award-winning, third-generation cobbler, Jim McFarland has seen a lot of shoes. Jim learned the shoe repair trade from his father, growing up in the business he took over in 1986. Today, The Cobblers is thrilled and honored to have him aboard as a resident master and credible resource; Jim is a hands-on fountain of insight, artistry and mentorship. Jim is an exemplary leader in the shoe repair industry, having served several terms on the SSIA’s Board of Directors, as well as two terms as President. He has also served his industry as a judge for the Grand Silver Cup for the last 18 years, since having received the honor himself. The prestigious Grand Silver Cup is bestowed unto its winner just once in a lifetime. Once you win it, you win it. And well, with Mr. McFarland on deck, The Cobblers and discerning clientele win bigger yet, every single day.
Course Certificate
With no entry requirements, our trade certificates allow you to learn with motivated peers to develop your craft, broaden existing skills, explore a new career path or life pursuit, or start your own business—and build the artisan network that will help you do it.
Course Introduction with Jim McFarland
Let's Get Started
Quiz 1 - Recondition & Polish
Identifying Products and Materials with Jim McFarland
Material Identification
Quiz 2 - Recondition & Polish
Knowing Products and Equipment with Jim McFarland
The Products We Use
The Tools We Use
Quiz 3 - Recondition & Polish
Understanding the Reconditioning and Polishing Process and Materials with Jim McFarland
The Reconditioning and Polishing Process
Quiz 4 - Recondition & Polish
Cleaning the Surface with Jim McFarland
Cleaning Your Shoes
Quiz 5 - Recondition & Polish
Reconditioning with Jim McFarland
Reconditioning
Quiz 6 - Recondition & Polish
Restoring Color and Shine with Jim McFarland
Applying Polish
Full Process Example with Jim McFarland
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