How to Lace Layered Converse

The layered converse are a pair of Chuck Taylors with not one, but two layers of fabric and grommets, giving the look of one shoe placed into another. Lacing these shoes can look a bit overwhelming, but taking one set of laces at a time will give you a perfectly laced layered converse. Instructions 1 Take all laces out of both shoes. 2 Staring with the inner set of cloth and grommets, insert the lace into the two holes closest to the...

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How to Clean My Ariat Fat Baby Boots

Made of full grain leather on the foot with a suede top, Ariat Fat Baby boots are worn by professional horse riders and women who enjoy wearing a western-inspired boot in a variety of fashion colors and textures. Just like other footwear, a pair of Fat Baby boots require cleaning when they become dusty or dirty to maintain an attractive appearance and prolong their life. You can choose from products created by the Ariat brand to clean your boots,...

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How to Runway Score a Pair of Shoes

Ever wonder how runway models avoid slipping on that shiny, slick surface? The backstage dressing crew uses many different techniques to make shoes slip-proof. One method, scoring, is an easy and fast way to render soles more stable without soiling or scuffing. This tutorial illustrates how to score shoes using the same exact method that high-fashion shows utilize. It takes precision and care, but the results are time-tested to work. Instructions...

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Can I Paint Sneakers?

You can paint your sneakers in almost any design you please, from random splatters to elaborate murals, but it is a slow process with numerous steps. If you are using canvas sneakers, the process is somewhat simpler, but leather sneakers often have a waxy coating that you must remove in order for the paint to permanently stick to the shoe. Tools Paintbrushes are a necessity for this project, both the finest one you can find, and a broad one...

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