I love the contrast between hard and soft on these simple ballet pumps that have been adorned with silver studs. I spotted them over at US site Bona Drag and haven't seen anything quite like them in the UK, but this is such an easy idea to DIY that making your own pair would be no hardship if you like the idea.
If you're stuck for materials, you can buy the type of metallic studs used here online for £1.55 per bag of 10 at That's Charming
$48 at Bona Drag [Via Shoewawa]
Fancy turning a plain old pair of sneakers into stylish, sparkling jazz shoes? This project couldn't be more fun ore more straightforward once you've got the right ingredients knocking around. Here's what you'll need:
One pair white sneakers
Black Sharpie pen
Glitter & gem glue
Small paint brush
Silver glitter
2 yards leather cord
Mod Podge® or other glitter sealant
Read on for full instructions.
I've certainly never seen anything quite like these creepy, Alfred Hitchcock-inspired moccasins before. Moccasins are supposed to be the most innocuous of shoes, but a second glance at this handmade pair from Darlingtonia will give you cause to think again.
What I like most about these shoes is the way they make you double take: the black birds look just like abstract splodges until you give them a closer inspection. Despite this, they're still a perfect moccasin shape and style. Genius.
$129 at Etsy
I'd honestly thought that Miss Bunny had the last word in gorgeous painted shoes, but that was before I discovered Studio Jellyfish - another artistic collective that uses shoes as its main canvas. The results are sexy, striking and very colourful - this is one-off footwear that will invoke serious envy in those not in the know.
If you're a fan of wearable art and want a pair of shoes that you won't find anywhere else in the world, check out the Studio Jellyfish Etsy Store where you'll find hand-painted shoes, bags and the facility for custom orders. Shoes cost around $129 (around £80) which I think is pretty reasonable for unique pieces. Shipping to the UK can be arranged. [Via Shoewawa]
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Call me a wuss, but I like my weatherproof items to be cosy and warm as well as water-resistant, but it's still relatively tricky to find a pair of boots that have sufficient insulation. And what's the use of a pair of wellingtons that simply let water leak in where you least want it? Beats me, but somehow it's taken the ingenuity of a crafter to come up with a workable fix.
That crafter is Stephanie Sabbe, who's come up with this quick and easy tutorial that allows you to cosy up your wellies using fleece and the printed fabric of your choice. The possibilities here are endless, and you'll wind up with a snuggly pair of boots you want want to take off. Nice work!
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We love a bit of trompe l'oeil around here. Such simple techniques can be used to provoke a really strong reaction in the viewer, as their expectations are suddenly tricked - making you, the crafter, into someone very, very powerful!
The technique used here is basic stitching, but it's been used to create the appearance of a rain mac on this ordinary cotton shift dress. The project is by Craftster user LittlePierre, who made it up as part of her senior design class at Florida State University. We suspect she'll go far. [Via Craftzine]
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Any day soon I'm going to get cold and desperate enough to start ripping up my boyfriend's old sweaters and get working on them to create some seriously warm winter woollies.
Fireflies and Jelly guides you through the process here, from intact jumper to cute warmers complete with a decorative button. This isn't rocket science (or even advanced sewing) and as you can probably guess, the finished product is essentially a sleeve for your stems. But there's a little more to it than that to have them looking awesome, so I suggest giving the tutorial a read.
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