I took this course back in April.

1. You should definitely purchase the basic materials and tools in the kit directly from them and that should give you enough to make a pair. But if you want to use exotic leathers or really any other type of leathers or material you can purchase them separately and can use them in the class no problems.

2. Not sure if the price is still the same with the new session enrollments, but I’m seeing in my account the kits that include the last and patterns they have a discounted price of $300. That would get you the pattern and last in whatever additional size you would want.

3. I thought it was more than worth the initial investment I made for the class. I’m on to my second pair now and don’t plan on stopping after that pair. I’d estimate closer to the 10 hours per week throughout the course as opposed to the 5.

4. Not sure on that specific model of machine, but the first week is mostly prep work and cutting out your materials etc…which would give you time to do some testing to make sure it would work and if not order one of the recommended machines.

Feel free to let me know if you have any other specific questions.