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How to fix broken shoes and make them look like new

The sound of a heel snapping can send shivers down the spine of any shoe lover. Whether it’s a cherished pair of stilettos, your go-to pumps for a night out, or those comfortable boots you can’t live without, a broken heel can feel like the end of the world for your favorite footwear. But before you bid farewell to those fabulous shoes or rush to the cobbler, consider this: there are creative ways to resurrect your broken heels and breathe new life into them. So, step into the world of inventive shoe repair, where fashion meets ingenuity, and discover how to rescue your beloved heels in style.

What you’ll need

  • Alginate
  • Small decorative items
  • Epoxy resin
  • Glue
  • Nail polish
  • UV light lamp

1. How to fix a broken heel

  • Dip the heel that’s no longer useful in a container with alginate
  • Put several decorative items in the hole that the heel left in the alginate
  • Fill it with transparent epoxy resin
  • Wait until the resin has hardened and unmold
  • Glue it to your shoe as a brand-new heel

2. How to fix a scuffed shoe

  • Apply nail polish all over your shoe, covering it all
  • Put the shoe under the UV light, for it to dry
  • After the nail polish is fixed on the shoes, rub them with your fingers
  • This final touch will give them a cool shiny look

Check the video for more ideas to fix and revamp your shoes

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