Embellished/Hand Painted Shoes

Turn your boring old shoes into something stylish and new!

Posted by Mademoiselle Ruta

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Fancy, embellished shoes can be quite expensive, so here is a great way to turn some cheap shoes into something super stylish.

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You Will Need (9 things)

  • Cutting Board
  • Pencil
  • Art Knife
  • Fabric Glue
  • Toothpicks
  • Paper
  • Black Marker
  • Shoes
  • Napkins

Steps (10 steps, 120 minutes)

  1. 1

    Gather your materials. You'll need a cutting board, an art knife, a pencil, fabric glue, toothpicks, paper, black marker, and napkins.

  2. 2

    Choose a pair of shoes that you can easily paint on.

  3. 3

    Start by drawing out a design of choice or alternatively, look up something online and print it out. You just want to make sure that it will fit on the front of your shoe.

  4. 4

    Outline your design in black marker, and photocopy it so you have a couple of back ups.

  5. 5

    Use your art knife to cut out your design. Take your time.

  6. 6

    Viola! You've created a stencil.

  7. 7

    Trace your stencil onto your shoe.

  8. 8

    Stuff the inside of your shoe with tissue so it'll make it easier to paint your design.

  9. 9

    Use your toothpick to paint your design. This is slow work, but the end result is totally worth it.

  10. 10

    Enjoy your finished painted/embellished shoes!