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Use electrical tape from the hardware store to add a new spin to combat boots.
I took a pair of the already rad BC Footwear Go On Boots in Burgundy and used vinyl electrical tape (yup, you read that right) to add an edgy set of stripes. Electrical tape is not only sturdy and waterproof, but can be easily purchased at any hardware store. I snagged mine at Home Depot - there are many colors available, but I have a love for black and white stripes.

To top it all of, the tape can be removed if you decide to bring in different colors. That's what I love about DIY...you can switch it up whenever you want, completely personalizing the finished product.

Posted by Kirsten Nunez from New York, New York, United States • Published 31st January 2014 • See Kirsten Nunez's 17 projects »

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Step 1
1) Undo the laces to expose the boot's tongue.
Step 2
2) Add a strip of electrical tape along the top, folding the edges behind the tongue. Smooth out any air bubbles. The tape is easily repositionable!
Step 3
3) Continue until you reach the tongue's bottom, alternating between colors.
Step 4
4) Repeat on the other boot.
Step 5
5) Lace the boots back up!