12 Useful Shoe and Feet Hacks and Crafts You Should Try
Are you ready to transform your shoes into stylish and functional works of art? We’ll explore a variety of shoe hacks and crafts that will elevate your footwear game to new heights. Discover clever ways to revamp old shoes, create eye-catching designs, and solve common shoe-related problems.
1. Protect your sneakers from stains
You will need:
- Your sneakers
- One large balloon
How to do it:
- Cut off the narrow mouth of the balloon.
- Use your hands to stretch the balloon’s opening and insert your sneakers inside.
- Cover the entire sneaker with the balloon.
2. Shiny shoes
You will need:
- Shoes
- Glue
- Glitter
How to do it:
- Apply glue all over the footwear.
- While it’s still wet, sprinkle glitter on top.
- Allow it to dry thoroughly, and once dry, shake to remove any excess.
3. Solution for swollen and sore feet
You will need:
- Plastic bottle with cap
- Water
How to do it:
- Fill the bottle with water and close it tightly.
- Place it in the freezer until the water freezes.
- Place it on the floor and roll your feet over it to refresh and massage them.
4. Perfect cleaning
You will need:
- Crocs and other plastic shoes
- Dishwasher
How to do it:
- Place all your plastic shoes in the dishwasher.
- Start the washing cycle.
- Remove from the dishwasher and let them air dry outdoors.
5. Mask for dry feet
You will need:
- Candle
- Coconut oil
How to do it:
- In a container large enough for your foot, melt the candle.
- Add a few drops of coconut oil and mix.
- Carefully immerse your feet, once the wax has covered the entire sole of your foot, remove them.
- Allow the wax to completely harden before removing it.
6. Revive your old leather shoes
You will need:
- Egg
- Sponge
How to do it:
- Using the sponge, “bathe” your shoes with the egg white.
- Spread the egg white over the entire surface of the shoe.
- Allow it to dry thoroughly before wearing.
7. Repair broken flip-flops
You will need:
- Broken flip-flops
- Hairpin
- Flame
How to do it:
- Cut off any remaining plastic bits on the bottom.
- Heat the hairpin over a flame.
- Pierce through the plastic attachment of the flip-flop using the heated hairpin.
8. Preventing blisters on the instep
You will need:
- Shoes causing friction
- Socks
How to do it:
- Place the sock under the sole of the foot.
- Wrap it around the foot and tie a knot at the top.
- Use the two leftover ends to make a bow.
- Put on the shoe that was causing friction again, comfortably.
9. Polishing patent leather shoes
You will need:
- Patent leather shoes
- Glass cleaner
- Cloth
How to do it:
- Spray the shoes with glass cleaner.
- Using the cloth, rub and distribute the product over the entire surface of the shoe.
- Allow it to dry before wearing.
10. Preventing heel blisters
You will need:
- Shoes
- Clear lip balm
How to do it:
- Apply a small amount of lip balm to the shoe, right on the area that causes friction.
- For more intense protection, you can also apply a bit of lip balm to your heel, directly on the blister.
11. Cleaning shoelaces
You will need:
- Dirty shoelaces
- Container with lid
- Soda
- Mentos candies
How to do it:
- Place the shoelaces in the container with a lid.
- Add the soda, then add the Mentos and quickly close the lid.
- While the mixture fizzes, gently shake the container.
- Remove the shoelaces from the mixture, rinse them, and hang them up to dry.
12. Break in new shoes
You will need:
- New shoes
- Airtight plastic bag
- Water
How to do it:
- Insert the plastic bag into the shoe.
- Fill it with water and seal the airtight closure.
- Place in the freezer for one hour.
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