How to Keep Patent Leather From Peeling

You spent your money on a brand-new, patent leather item -- and you want to keep it from peeling. Patent leather -- best known for its glossy shine -- is often a staple in formal wear used for dressing up an outfit. However, the leather itself is tanned and cured in the same fashion as any other leather product. The exception is an application of chemicals giving the leather its unique look. With a little care, you can help your patent leather keep its reflective gloss and prevent cracking.

Instructions

1

Wipe the surface of your leather clean and free of dirt.

2

Apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly to surface of the leather. Apply the jelly with your fingertips working it into the leather. Allow the jelly 10 to 15 minutes to permeate the leather's skin -- which helps to prevent peeling.

3

Wipe away the excess jelly with your cloth.

4

Use a buffing brush to bring the patent leather to a high-gloss shine.

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Instructions

Fuzzy Crocheted Decorative Flip-Flops

1

Hold a strand of four-ply worsted weight yarn and a strand of the fancy eyelash yarn together and form a slip knot. You will be crocheting with both strands at the same time. The four-ply worsted weight yarn will give you better control of the fancy eyelash yarn.

2

Place the end of the yarn along the top right side of a flip-flop strap. Insert the crochet hook under the flip-flop strap and grab the yarn with the hook. Grab the yarn on top of the strap and pull through the two loops on the crochet hook. This is a single crochet. Continue to single crochet to the center flip-flop toe strap. Push the stitches together and cover the strap completely.

3

Single crochet three times around the flip-flop toe strap. This will provide additional comfort between the toes. Continue to single crochet around the last strap of the flip-flop. Finish off and weave the yarn ends back through the single crochets on the flip-flop straps.

4

Repeat Steps 1 through 3 for the other decorative flip-flop.

Decorative Rag Strip Flip-Flops

5

Measure and cut fabric strips 1/2" wide by 6 inches long. The amount you need will be determined by how long the straps of the flip-flops are and how closely the strips are pushed together.

6

Tie a fabric rag strip around one of the flip-flop straps. Alternate the direction of the knot on each consecutive fabric rag strip. Push the tied knots together and continue to cover the flip-flop straps completely. Keep the knots positioned on top of the flip-flop straps and fluff.

7

Repeat Step 2 for the other decorative flip-flop.

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Instructions

1

Wear a pair of long boots--preferably thigh highs--with skinny jeans or cotton pants that hug all of your curves. Put on your socks and pants first and pull the pants until they stretch under your heels if possible. Pull on your long boots over the pants. Put on a pretty blouse to go with the outfit. This will give you a lean, sexy, casual look that you can wear to parties and intimate events and when out shopping with your friends.

2

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3

Buy a long, floor-length skirt (or dress) that has slits up the side to about the knees. Make sure the skirt allows you to move around comfortably and freely. When you take steps, others will be able to see the boots under your skirt. If you have long, interesting boots, show them off. Wear a snug-fitting blouse on top if you choose a skirt.

4

Put on a pair of opaque (any color) or nude-colored stockings. Wear a knee length or higher skirt with your long boots along with a top that covers most of your skin, like a button-down blouse. Be sure to cover the skin around the legs and thighs with stockings and balance it with a conservative top if you wear a miniskirt.

5

Accessorize appropriately with your long boots. Match them with your belt and your pocket book for a clean and coordinated look.

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Instructions

1

Measure your ankle all the way around with the measuring tape.

2

Measure the existing sandal straps. Subtract that number from the measurement of your ankle.

3

Cut the strap extension material to the measurement you arrived at in Step 2, adding another half inch to the length. Also make the extension the same width as the original straps.

4

Thread the needle with the nylon thread, which should be the same color as the straps. If the ankle straps are made of leather, use a thick, sharp needle.

5

Line up the end of the original strap end-to-end with the extension strap.

6

Sew the straps together. Attach the original sandal strap to the extension by pushing the needle into the original strap, then across and through the extension. Circle back and push the needle into the original strap again.

7

Repeat Step 6 until the two pieces of material are securely joined.

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Add new holes, if your sandal straps are secured with a pin-in-hole clasp. Use the awl to carefully poke holes along the length of the strap extension.

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Pigskin Leather Care

Clean and polish your shoes regularly. Use a damp cloth to wipe off any surface mud or dirt before applying polish. Use a silicone based wax for soft leathers. Find a polish that closely matches your shoe color, or just use a neutral shade. Apply the polish in a thick layer using a soft cloth or brush. Take care to pay special attention to where the upper meets the sole. Let the polish dry before buffing the surface with a clean cloth. Apply a waterproofing spray to the outside of the shoe.

Suede Care

Use a soft rubber suede brush regularly to prevent dust and dirt from gathering in the suede. If the shoes get wet, this dirt can form an ugly scum that can ruin the shoes' appearance. Occasionally shampoo the shoes with a specially formulated product made for suede. This treatment will be needed more often if the shoes are a lighter shade. Use a stain remover for any unsightly marks. Restore color with a liquid shade dressing if necessary. If the surface is matte or shiny, gently buff with fine-grain sandpaper to restore the suede's original appearance.

Wear

Break in your shoes gradually. Wear them around the house and out for short walks, before any long hikes or runs (depending on shoe style). This will give the sole and body of the shoe a chance to form to your foot, for more comfortable wear long-term wear. Alternate your footwear, so you are not relying on the same pair of shoes every day. This will help to extend the life of the shoes.

Storage

Place cedar shoe trees inside of your shoes when you are not wearing them. The trees will absorb moisture, stretch the shoe to prevent wrinkling or cracking, and add a nice scent. Store the shoes in a cool, dry place, such as a closet. Avoid exposing them to severe heat or humidity.

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