{"title":"Vintage Converse","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1908 in Malden, Massachusetts, by \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarquis Mills, \u003c\/span\u003eConverse began as a rubber shoe company before launching its iconic All Star basketball sneaker in 1917. Popularized by basketball legend Chuck Taylor, the \"Chuck Taylors\" became a symbol of sport and self-expression. Converse has transcended its athletic roots, evolving into a global lifestyle brand beloved by athletes, musicians, and artists alike. Check out our collection of rare vintage Converse sneakers, products, advertisements and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"making-sneakers-by-bruce-mcmillan-featuring-the-converse-world-class-running-shoes-isbn-0395291615","title":"Making Sneakers by Bruce McMillan featuring the Converse World Class Running Shoes ISBN: 0395291615","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Sneakers – A Fascinating Behind-the-Scenes Look at How Sneakers Are Made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy Bruce McMillan | Houghton Mifflin, 1980 | ISBN: 0395291615\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStep inside the world of sneaker manufacturing with Making Sneakers, Bruce McMillan’s fifth book—an out-of-print illustrated classic that captures the heart of American craftsmanship. Originally published in 1980 by Houghton Mifflin, this 30-page visual journey demystifies how one of the world’s most popular fashion items is made, from raw materials to the final lace-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough detailed, real-life photographs taken inside the old Converse factory in Lumberton, North Carolina in 1979, McMillan offers an educational behind-the-scenes look at sneaker production as it was \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMade in the USA. The book steps the reader through each phase—from mixing and molding the rubber soles to cutting and sewing the canvas uppers, gluing the parts together, and finally adding the shoelaces. Every step is documented with clarity and precision, making it ideal for readers interested in footwear design, fashion, technology, and industrial processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a collector’s item, Making Sneakers holds a unique place in both sneaker culture and publishing history. The very factory featured in the book would go on to inspire other authors and photographers before closing in 2001 after Converse filed for bankruptcy. At its peak, this plant produced over 8 million pairs of sneakers annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a sneakerhead, a fashion student, a STEM educator, or simply fascinated by how things are made, Making Sneakers delivers a rich, visual, and historical experience that’s as informative as it is memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"387\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSneaker Model Featured in this book:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"387\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Converse vintage World Class\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rewindrunning.com\/products\/converse-world-class-vintage-running-shoes-in-a-1978-print-ad\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eConverse World Class\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"916\" data-start=\"387\"\u003eThis book is overall very good vintage condition but has distress and wear on the covers. The front cover has a small tear at the top left hand side as shown in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: ‎ Houghton Mifflin\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor(s): Bruce McMillan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublishing Date: 1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: ‎ English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardcover ‏ : ‎ 30 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN-10: ‎ 0395291615\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eISBN-13: ‎ 978-0395291610\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAll vintage books are sold 'as-is' and might have imperfections from age such as discoloration, fading, creases and small tears. Please message with any questions. All sales are final.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bruce McMillan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44926878285974,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/4638\/9910\/files\/Making-Sneakers-front-cover-2025-1080-1080.jpg?v=1744261337"}],"url":"https:\/\/deffestshop.com\/collections\/vintage-converse.oembed","provider":"Deffest Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}