Breathe new life into that scuffed pair of old shoes that’s seen better days. Follow these easy steps and step out in style.........
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We all have that one pair of old shoes. The heels that fit like a dream and are more comfortable than they look but some scuffed fabric relegates them to the back of your closet as you wistfully remember happier days. Not anymore!
Revive your semi-perfect shoes and treat yourself to a seemingly all new pair in just a matter of minutes.
What you'll need
- A pair of old shoes
- 1 tub of modge podge (available at any craft shop)
- Loose glitter (about 3 big bottles)
- A paint brush
- Masking tape
- Clear acrylic sealant or spray paint
Step 1: Get ready to revive your pair of old shoes
Before you do anything your old pair of shoes has to be clean. So wipe them down with a clean cloth and you're almost ready to go. Your next step is to choose your glitter go for a shade close to your shoe's original colour for best results.
Step 2: Prepare the area
Stick masking tape along the inside edge of shoe to avoid painting the inside of the shoe as well. Put some on the heel tip as well.
Step 3: Mixing it up
Pour half the modge podge into a container and mix in the glitter. Remember you want the shoes to be completely covered so the more glitter the better. The paste should still be runny.
Step 3: Paint it on
Paint the glitter mix onto the shoe in a thin layer until it's complete covered. Wait until the shoe is dry before adding more layers. Fill in any missed spots, and allow to dry again. You can add as many layers as you like but two layers seems to work perfectly.
Step 4: The finishing touches
Spray the acrylic sealant onto the dried glittery shoe and allow to set completely. This should only take a few minutes.
Step 5: The final step
Slowly (and carefully!) peel of the masking tape and you're good to go!
A fabulous, glam new look for your pair of old shoes!
Author : Serisha Singh
