: Ways to Customize your Shoes
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Do you want to have shoes as unique as you are? There are many different ways that you can customize your shoes to give them the special look that you want.
Add fun shoelaces
You can easily give your shoes a new look by adding your own shoelaces. Of course this will only work with shoes that have laces, but many sneakers do. You can purchase some fun shoelaces that represent your personality such as one with animals on them. You can even get one that has your name or initials embroidered into them. They may some that are lacey to give a prettier look. You will find these at shoe stores as well as a wide selection online.
There are also many charms that are meant to go through shoelaces. They have a ring and simply thread through. They make these of all different images or you can get one that has the letter of your first or last name.
Paint it with fabric paint
You can paint your shoes to turn them into a piece of wearable art. Make sure that whatever paint you buy is meant to go on the material of which the shoes is made. You can paint whatever you want on it. You can make a pretty picture of something such as flowers for a little girl. You can decorate it to celebrate your college or a favorite sports team. You may want to put your name on it or initials.
There are also some markers that are meant to go on certain fabrics. Some people may find it easier to draw designs than to paint them.
Add embellishments
There are many pretty embellishments that you can add to your shoes to give them that added spark. For instance, you can glue glitter on them if you want something sparkly. You can also glue rhinestones or crystals. You can also add ribbons, lace or other pieces of fabric. You will find beads that you can place on shoes as well. Make sure that you use a very strong glue that is meant for both the shoe material and the material of the embellishment because you do not want it coming off while you are using the shoes.
You do not need to leave your shoes as impersonal as the day you bought them. Instead try one of the above fun ideas to make them customized just for you.