Learn the Craft. Build Products. Develop a Business-ready Skill.
Learn how to design, produce, and finish quality shoes and bags through practical, hands-on training at Craft Innovation Hub.
This 16-week programme combines craftsmanship with pricing, branding, customer communication, and digital marketing, helping you build both practical ability and evidence of your work.
₦150,000 | 16 Weeks | Professional Pathway | In-Person | Maximum 20 Learners
Course at a Glance
Programme: Shoes and Bags Making
Pathway: Professional Pathway
Duration: 16 weeks
Tuition: ₦150,000
Mode: In-person, hands-on training
Schedule: Weekday and weekend options, subject to cohort timetable
Cohort Size: Maximum 20 participants
Entry Level: Beginner-friendly
Assessment: Practical exercises, final project and portfolio submission
Certificate: CIH Certificate after successful completion
Sponsorship: Selected sponsored opportunities may be available
What You Will Learn
During the programme, you will develop practical skills in:
- identifying and selecting shoe and bag materials;
- safe use and maintenance of tools;
- footwear and bag design principles;
- sketching and pattern making;
- cutting and material preparation;
- shoe construction and finishing;
- bag construction, lining and reinforcement;
- attaching soles, straps, handles, zips and closures;
- product quality control and finishing;
- pricing, costing and basic record keeping;
- customer communication and negotiation;
- product photography and digital marketing;
- branding and selling through digital channels.
What You Will Make
A Signature Shoe and Bag Project
Practical production is central to the programme.
By the end of the course, you will design and produce a signature pair of shoes and a bag, document your work and prepare the products for presentation.
Your final portfolio may include product photographs, descriptions, production process and costing.
The goal is to leave with products you can show and practical evidence of what you can make.
Your 16-Week Learning Journey
Foundations & Business Skills
Understand the industry, workshop safety, freelancing, entrepreneurship, pricing, and client communication.
Materials & Tools
Learn about leather, fabrics, synthetic materials, tools, equipment and sourcing.
Design & Pattern Making
Develop product concepts, patterns, sizing and preparation techniques.
Shoe Construction
Practise assembling uppers and soles, stitching, joining, finishing and basic footwear styles.
Bag Construction
Learn to produce different bag forms, including lining, padding, handles, straps, zips and closures.
Finishing, Marketing & Showcase
Improve product quality, create product content, explore digital selling and complete your final shoe-and-bag project.
Who Is This Programme For?
This programme is suitable for:
- beginners interested in practical craftsmanship;
- students and graduates developing vocational skills;
- aspiring footwear and bag makers;
- entrepreneurs planning a fashion or accessories business;
- existing artisans who want to improve their techniques;
- anyone interested in creating products they can sell or develop into a brand.
No previous shoe or bag-making experience is required.
You should be prepared for regular hands-on practice throughout the programme.
Why Learn at CIH?
Hands-on From the Start
You learn through demonstrations, guided practice and product development.
Craft Meets Business
The programme covers production alongside pricing, customer service, branding and basic business management.
Build Real Products
Your final project provides physical evidence of your developing craftsmanship.
Learn How to Present Your Work
Product photography, digital catalogues and online selling are introduced to help you present your products more professionally.
Small Cohorts
A maximum of 20 participants creates more room for practical supervision and feedback.
Part of the CIH Professional Pathway
Shoes and Bags Making is designed to build practical competence that can support entrepreneurship, self-employment or further professional development.
Participants also learn basic commercial and communication skills to help them understand costing, customer relationships and how to present their products to the market.
CIH does not guarantee sales, customers, business income or employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The programme starts with the fundamentals and does not require previous shoe or bag-making experience.
What products will I learn to make?
The curriculum covers footwear such as slippers, sandals, and basic closed shoes, as well as bag styles including clutch, tote, backpack, and crossbody designs.
Will I make my own products during the course?
Yes. Practical production is a core part of the programme, including a final signature pair of shoes and a bag.
Are tools and materials provided?
CIH provides the practical training environment and relevant workshop support. Requirements for personal materials, consumables or specialised tools should be confirmed with the programme team before your cohort begins.
Will I learn how to sell my products?
The curriculum includes pricing, customer communication, product photography, social media marketing and digital selling fundamentals.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. Participants who successfully complete the programme, practical assessments, and final project receive a Craft Innovation Hub certificate.
Are sponsorships available?
Selected sponsored or subsidised opportunities may be available depending on partner funding and eligibility.
Ready to Turn Craft Into Practical Value?
Learn how to design and produce quality shoes and bags while developing the business skills needed to present your work professionally.
Shoes and Bags Making
₦150,000 | 16 Weeks | Professional Pathway | Maximum 20 Learners
