{"product_id":"5-day-engineer-boot-making-with-marcell-mrsan","title":"5-day Engineer Boot Making with Marcell Mrsan","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis workshop is designed for makers who want to elevate the precision of their boot construction, deepen their understanding of fit, and refine a professional-level upper development process through the iconic Engineer Boot. Blending traditional hand skills with a modern digital workflow, this program offers both heritage techniques and contemporary methods essential for professional bootmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThis class  will be held in \u003cstrong\u003eLancaster, Pennsylvania.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eEarly bird signups (Register by March 15) will get a Engineer Boot last ordered in your size ($150+ retail value). It is included in the class, and you will be able to take them home. If you sign up without ample time to order the last, you will use an available last in an available size from Marcell's studio, which you must return after the class. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLOCATION: Lancaster, PA \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMinimum 4 students, Maximum 8 participants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCURRICULUM\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eDay 1: Saturday, May 9, 2026\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Foundations: Classroom + Demonstration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eSpend one intensive day in Marcell Mrsan’s workshop in Lancaster, designed for serious shoemakers and advanced students. This focused session covers the full engineer boot upper development process — from pattern to shaping — combining observation, technical breakdown, and live demonstration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopics include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003ePattern making (by hand \u0026amp; CAD)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eClicking (leather cutting) + material discussion\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eLast alteration \u0026amp; made-to-measure methods\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eCrimping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eSewing order of assembly\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eToe and counter shaping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eDue to the tight schedule, your engineer boot upper will be pre-made to your size\/last for the hands-on portion. You will receive access to your size pattern and review the complete sewing sequence and construction logic with Marcell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eUsing the pre-made uppers, Marcell will demonstrate key techniques, and you will have the opportunity to use his machines to mold heels and shape counters directly in his workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eEarly registrants may also download the pattern, purchase the leather package, watch the upper-making video, and attempt to cut and prepare their own upper prior to class.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDay 2 - 5: May 10-11-12-13, Saturday - Weds Additional Day Saturday May 16\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe program continues in a hands-on workshop environment where you will complete the boot construction process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eInsole making\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eLasting the lining\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMake and insert leather toe stiffeners\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eFinish Lasting the upper, attach midsole, and stitch down to the midsole\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eBottoming, stacking premade rubber soles and heels and outsole leather combo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eFinishing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMaterials included in the class\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eFor the pair you make in class, all material and patterns used in class is included. Access to the upper making video ($300 retail value) is included in the course. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eEvery student will receive one complimentary sewing awl as a gift after using in class. Only the early-bird signup students will receive their own size lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eAdd-Ons\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eStitchdown Book — $55 (Normally $85) for class participants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003ePattern for Engineer Boot uppers in any one size — $249\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eLeather package for an additional pair — $259\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: start; ; white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eDiscounts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eEarly Bird Registration: Engineer Boot Lasts of their own size ($150+ value)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMentorship Program participants — 15% off\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Brooklyn Shoe Supply","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50384208003265,"sku":"May2026engineerboot","price":3450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.brooklynshoesupply.com\/products\/5-day-engineer-boot-making-with-marcell-mrsan","provider":"Brooklyn Shoe Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}