How to Decorate Shoes

How to Decorate Shoes



When you head to your closet, you may see several pairs of practical sneakers, pumps and

sandals


. What you might not see are shoes that are as fun as they are functional. Learn to decorate your shoes for a host of funky, cute and beautiful looks.







Things You'll Need:





Shoelaces



Ribbon



Trim or lace



Jump rings



Charms



Clip-on earrings



Metal studs



Rhinestones



Iron-on patches



Paint markers



Fabric paint









Step
1



Swap your sneaker laces with laces in a new color, a length of textured ribbon or printed twill tape. Wrap lace around sandal straps, glue decorative trim to plain flip-flops or use ribbon and jump rings to add small charms to any shoe.




Step
2



Add a clip-on

earring


as a quick, interchangeable touch of glamour. Simply open the back, position the button or dangle earring at the top of the shoe and then snap the clasp shut.




Step
3



Dress up plain sandals and flip-flops by affixing metal studs or self-adhesive rhinestones along the straps. Arrange small gems around the tops or toes of your pumps and sneakers.




Step
4



Make a statement by adding iron-on patches and decals to canvas shoes. If you'd rather not affix them permanently, simply add the back half of a piece of Velcro to your shoe. Adhere the other half to assorted patches, then wear and change the designs at will.




Step
5



Create your own artwork with fabric markers or fabric paint. Draw a motif, decorate the straps, change the color of one panel or write a message along the side of your shoe to make a personal statement.







Tips & Warnings









Only spot clean shoes after you decorate with fabric paint, self-adhesive accents or decorative trim to preserve the design.



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