{"id":52593,"date":"2015-06-08T06:50:07","date_gmt":"2015-06-07T20:50:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/?p=52593"},"modified":"2020-12-06T23:20:36","modified_gmt":"2020-12-06T12:20:36","slug":"easy-painterly-shoe-makeover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/easy-painterly-shoe-makeover\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Painterly Shoe Makeover"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Transform a boring pair of shoes into something worth stepping out in. This is a quick and easy <strong>shoe makeover project<\/strong> that only requires a few household supplies.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-52594\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-title.jpg\" alt=\"DIY easy shoe makeover\" width=\"690\" height=\"914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-title.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-title-226x300.jpg 226w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-title-600x795.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-title-330x437.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-title-347x460.jpg 347w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I bought them a while ago with the intention of jazzing them up (because they remind me of jazz ballet shoes) but never got around to it. After a week of constant wear, they were looking a bit shabby.<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by some pretty printed leather brogues I&#8217;ve seen around, I improvised with what I had on hand (the kiddos markers) and gave my old shoes a new look.<\/p>\n<p>I love an easy wardrobe refashion project and this one really hits it out of the park. It&#8217;s quick, cheap and the transformation is so worth the small amount of effort.<\/p>\n<p>Give it a try!<\/p>\n<p><strong>You may also enjoy:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/leopard-print-chalk-paint-shoe-makeover\/\">Leopard Print Shoe Makeover<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/repair-worn-velcro-shoe-straps\/\">How to Repair Worn out Velcro Shoe Straps<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/how-to-winged-shoes\/\">How to make Wings for Shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Makeover a Boring Pair of Shoes with a Water Colour Design<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_52596\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-52596\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-52596 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-feature.jpg\" alt=\"painterly shoe makover for spring\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-feature.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-feature-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-feature-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-feature-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-feature-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-52596\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">This post contains affiliate links<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Don&#8217;t discount a comfortable but boring pair of shoes. With a little bit of creativity you can add a whimsical touch to your wardrobe and give those shoes a painterly watercolor inspired makeover.<\/p>\n<p>You can use any markers you have available. Permanent markers like &#8216;Sharpies&#8217; will result in a more durable finish. But in a pinch, water-based markers work fine. The shoe polish top coat seals in the colour and keeps them looking vibrant.<\/p>\n<p>This technique works best on natural un-coated leather that will absorb ink. If you have shoes that are shiny with polish, try using a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2FerZKV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">leather deglazer<\/a> to remove the leather coating before adding colour.<\/p>\n<h3>You will need:<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-52597\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makover-before-.jpg\" alt=\"Shoe makover - before\" width=\"690\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makover-before-.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makover-before--300x227.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makover-before--600x455.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makover-before--330x250.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makover-before--607x460.jpg 607w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2FhKi1w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Light coloured leather shoes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2R6M73Z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Markers<\/a> &#8211; choose a harmonizing colour pallet<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3h5SuiI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Neutral shoe polish<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Soft cloth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Hint:<\/strong> Test markers on an inconspicuous area of the shoe first (like on the tongue) to ensure your markers are compatible with the shoe leather.<\/p>\n<h3>How to:<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-52598\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps.jpg\" alt=\"Shoe make over - how to \" width=\"690\" height=\"690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps-330x330.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-steps-460x460.jpg 460w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>1. Clean shoes and remove laces.<\/p>\n<p>2. Decide on your design (do a little test run first on paper) and start colouring.<\/p>\n<p>3. When complete, coat with a thin layer of shoe polish and buff of gently with a soft cloth. The colour of the leather may deepen slightly.<\/p>\n<p>4. Re-lace and enjoy your new pair of shoes!<\/p>\n<p>The little park opposite our flat in London is full of pretty white daisies. Apparently it&#8217;s been the first week of nice weather this summer and everyone is out in force soaking up the sunshine.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-52595\" src=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-after-2.jpg\" alt=\"painterly shoe makover for spring\" width=\"690\" height=\"518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-after-2.jpg 690w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-after-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-after-2-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-after-2-330x248.jpg 330w, https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/mp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/shoe-makeover-after-2-613x460.jpg 613w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/><br \/>\nRead about our travels in London over on <a href=\"https:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/living\/category\/travel\/places\/europe\/united-kingdom\/\">My Poppet LIVING<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transform a boring pair of shoes into something worth stepping out in. 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