How to cover shoes with fabric

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8 жыл бұрын

How to alter clothes:
geniecentre.com/magic-circle/
Mod Podge can be purchased from my website geniecentre.com
Welcome passionate seamstresses, tailors and diy lovers.
Today this video is going to show you how to cover your shoes with fabric.
I've had a lot of people asking me about how I do this and apart from being really fun and exciting it's a great way to:
- Revitalize old shoes
- Cover shoes for a wedding or special occasion
- Or even to match an outfit you have just made
Or just a great way to have some fun! (school or weekend projects anyone!?)
Please enjoy, like and subscribe and feel free to post your feedback and comments below, I really love to hear about what you guys are doing, and if there is anything you'd like me to do tutorials on, feel free to leave it in the comments section below.
P.S. It is machine washable after 72 hours so should be fine if they get wet

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@janicelphillips 6 жыл бұрын

I covered my shoes with fabric from my homemade prom dress in 1969! Terrific video!

@georgegoertzen4723 6 жыл бұрын

Actually, making sure the fabric is 'on the bias' at the toe, will make it more cooperative as it will stretch and shrink much more easily without wrinkles because of the way the woven threads will be laying.

@AlliciaB 6 жыл бұрын

My seventh grade english teacher would wear shoes with fabric prints that matched her blouses. I always wondered how she did that. Now I know. :)

@carolllundy49 7 жыл бұрын

I use to cover shoes about fifteen years ago and around Mother's Day I would be swamped with orders. Back then I did not know much about what to use to put the fabric on. I used Fabri-Tac glue and it worked well. Glad to see this video and it gave me a new way to do it. Thanks for sharing and great job. Oh yeah, doing it the way I did them was messy too but the end result was worth it and same here. Just beautiful.

@beverlycooke8767 7 жыл бұрын

Perfect ... clean...professional-looking! That's what was looking for! Thank You for your expertise!!!

@bohlokoapulanemofo7984 6 жыл бұрын

JOB WELL DONE, WILL THROW AWAY OLD SHOES AGAIN, THIS VIDEO IS WORTH WATCHING

@ososeesekie 7 жыл бұрын

this is the best shoe covering video on KZfaq. so detailed. thanks for sharing.

@marielleahern2207 6 жыл бұрын

Osose Esekie in

@leticiamolloy8977 6 жыл бұрын

I just gave away 3 pairs of shoes away , best video ever... thank u

@phyllislogie 6 жыл бұрын

Very clever, very interesting. This video has opened up a new world to me and I am thankful.

@Drrozclark 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the slow process of covering the first shoe. I truly appreciate it!

@georgegoertzen4723 6 жыл бұрын

Stitching up a single layer ' belt carrier' like strip of fabric to glue over the 'seam' at the back will give a more 'professional' look to your finished product. Oh, I really have to try covering some shoes now. Can't wait to find the shoe/fabric to work with! Thanks so much for the inspiring video that makes it look easy enough for me give it a go, even with arthritis in my hands!

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing George

@chiyomoon3521 7 жыл бұрын

this has much better results than a lot of other how to cover your shoes videos on youtube! It is more finished.

@JudithTurnerakagenie 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment. I am a bit of a step by step perfectionist. cheers

@kathyreinhardt8998 7 жыл бұрын

Wonderful tutorial! The recovered shoes are truly stunning! l have lots of fabric in my stash that would look great on some old shoes. Thank you sooooo much for sharing your technique.

@Giuditta627 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing us how to do this; like the thorough instructions!

@michelleproctor4648 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your time " money is tight for a lot of us & this is a wonderful ideal ! Blessings 🙏

@dpk18p 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial!!!! Ms. Judith. This is how they should be done, thank you.

@janicehughes6253 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I started to cover a pair of boats but did not know what I was doing. Know with your help I can complete them so thank again.

@lilymcmillan5112 7 жыл бұрын

GREAT JOB !! Now I know what I can do to some of my plain looking shoes. BRILLIANT !!

@patriciakuadey1580 6 жыл бұрын

Best video ever! Thank you for taking the time to show us step by step what to do!!

@georgegoertzen4723 6 жыл бұрын

Using those big black paper clamps would help keep your fabric straight along the sides as you smooth out the toe. Great video. I have a lot of shoes in a bag set to go off to Goodwill that I think I will take another look at. Also, I sew for myself. It's great to be able to make matching or coordinating shoes to go with - using scraps! Thanks for making it so easy!

@shirleyann1901 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing . Excellent tutorial.

@marthabujak6999 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome!!! Very good tutorial . Your work is awesome. What kind of mod podge Are you using?

@armellelabelle9147 7 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks for that video I've learned so much...you've given me so much confidence and am glad that it was long...otherwise how can you learn.

@divadivine74 7 жыл бұрын

I love this video. Very detailed and complete. You can tell you pay attention to detail. ❤️

@JudithTurnerakagenie 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Shonda

@yvonnejefferson7729 6 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy covering dhoe with fabric. i intend on trying this project.

@houseb7923 6 жыл бұрын

This was so relaxing to watch.

@aliciayoung9546 6 жыл бұрын

Good Job 👍👍💟 You Took Your Time and Did it Correctly! Now You Have a Nice New Pair of Shoes ☺Thank You For Sharing.

@BamKool 7 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you for that tutorial. I have a few pair that needs altering and that is exactly what I need to do for my pairs that are still good but the vinyl on one shoe is peeling on top.

@jolly-ogomaihekwoaba8159 6 жыл бұрын

Great Skill. Learned something new today. Happy Mother's Day!

@LayceArt 8 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! So nice to actually watch a video and see it all done step-by-step! You make it look so easy I think I'm going to give it a go. Thanks Judith!

@sarahjiles4887 8 жыл бұрын

Far better technique from other videos I've seen...

@balbirraiyat6132 6 жыл бұрын

sarah jiles

@goneincognito3632 6 жыл бұрын

Very long indeed but very intriguing also. I enjoyed it and appreciate the fact that you did far less talking than most. Well done, nice shoes!

@kiaduffin8781 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your beautiful work

@susanberner5177 6 жыл бұрын

You're so neat and patient, I'm jealous. Very pretty shoes, :) No one would ever know you did this yourself!

@sylviapointeremery5877 8 жыл бұрын

Very professional looking, thanks for sharing!

@blighty3248 7 жыл бұрын

I'm a new subscriber to your channel... not sure i would be able to do it ..but really enjoyed watching you transform your plain shoes into a pair of unique shoes... Many thanks...

@lorainerocks2010 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video very in depth which is what I love keep them coming love from the uk xx

@pameladuff5285 8 жыл бұрын

WOW!!!! Great video and presentation. Going to add cloth angel wings to a pair of shoes . Thanks!!!!

@dorothyjaphet8837 6 жыл бұрын

This is very detailed... Neat work well-done, and thanks for shearing

@timeaka30 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful detailed job thanks for sharing 🤗

@richmondomari7863 6 жыл бұрын

thank you very much for the tutorials. best so far. very detailed

@kellyalexander754 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! This video is great! I'm going to try this.

@melz3752 6 жыл бұрын

Loved this video! I appreciate you taking the time to go thru the steps. Many videos don't even talk and it goes so quick one cannot be sure if they are doing it correctly. Thank you!

@euniceluna8534 6 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you for the video, it was not boring, I watched to the end. Believe or not I saw A girl when I was going to the university in the sixties since then I been liking to do it. Thank You so very much. Hope I get to do it.

@berniegurley9904 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent job, thanks for sharing.

@LadyDiuto 8 жыл бұрын

beautiful job. thanks for sharing

@lindaludwig2855 8 жыл бұрын

oh wawooo, God bless you abundantly for sharing your knowledge with everyone.

@gerrie720 6 жыл бұрын

So patient and methodical, atmosphere just right for learning. You could hear a pin drop. Loved it , learned it, will try it.

@alwayscurious6032 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Great video and will be trying soon!😊

@dianadivadiamond 7 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH. I HAVE A PAIR THAT I THINK I'LL BE TRYING THIS OUT. LOVE THIS SHARE.

@nitapatterson84 6 жыл бұрын

Really good tutorial!👍easy to follow and understand.

@kellylee4514 7 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. Refreshing to hear a voice that doesn't grate your ears to listen too.... argghh some of those American women, I have to mute them. I do think some bits could be sped up tho... thank you for sharing, loved it :D

@helenspencer5505 6 жыл бұрын

So pretty nd so sheek! Thank you for your time. Love it!

@AsiaticBW 6 жыл бұрын

I love your skills. Cannot wait to try this, so thankful to the Almighty that I notice your video, thank you.

@apsardeenalaudeen6546 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial.Thanks Alangar footwear.

@katherineallen4387 7 жыл бұрын

AWESOME SAUCE..THANK YOU FOR BEING SO DETAILED...NEW SUB

@ElectedOfficial1 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice, I must say. Washington state. Very pretty shoes that look brand new! I love them and the wedge is my favorite.

@kathleenk7726 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, I've painted a few pairs of shoes, but never fabric! Thanks for posting.

@Rosesinbloom-qu1sc 7 жыл бұрын

great tutorial! I've wanted to do this for years but never quite thought through the details on how to do it. Thanks. Any tips on choosing the fabric to cover your shoes?

@rosemaryladinsky533 6 жыл бұрын

That was fun thanks im going to find some shoes to try this.

@sumedhac9387 6 жыл бұрын

Judith Turner you are a genius.

@jrnuerge 6 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring....looking thru my shoes for candidates!!!

@joycekeeper5374 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Really enjoyed it.thank you.

@mariteskelley1061 7 жыл бұрын

beautiful i will follow that diy i love it thanks for sharing this video maam.

@JudithTurnerakagenie 7 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@sandyb9821 6 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial. You are a great teacher

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@cheryljones1873 6 жыл бұрын

very nice look's great thanks for sharing

@tonyakingdaqueen6544 7 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks for the helpful tips

@johnitaroberts-huff1458 6 жыл бұрын

OMG you did an awesome job on those shoes, they look like you brought them from a shoe store. Thanks for sharing, love it love it :) :) :)

@deborahdurham991 6 жыл бұрын

Very nice job thanks for the DIY FYI

@cedarsable1014 7 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video

@mommaluchi 6 жыл бұрын

This was fantastic!! So detailed.

@denisf.1744 6 жыл бұрын

Dmarje Jenkins uh

@obehiobiboh5628 7 жыл бұрын

wow, thanks for sharing.

@morevaseret 7 жыл бұрын

I covered my shoes for period dancing so that they matched the gown. I made a paper pattern first, then cut between sole and upper to half a centimetre in, so that the fabric could be glued between upper and sole. I also cut the fabric on the bias so that it would conform better. I only used glue for the sole part and the overlap to the inside of the shoe. The rest I sewed. They need to stand up to Playford Dancing, and they do. Not tried Mod Podge. May give it a go next time. The glue I used was Bostic 1

@kimmcgraw6118 6 жыл бұрын

That is awesome and I have the same shoes and I think I can do it, I have learned alot from you Thank you

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

@PrincessDevine 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you x

@marewaltwms1 7 жыл бұрын

Well worth time for the details and tips. New subbie on board

@JudithTurnerakagenie 7 жыл бұрын

Really thrilled that you have become a subbie. Awesome..

@kariana510 8 жыл бұрын

Great video thanks

@deborahjohansen4400 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Wanted to buy a leopard pair. I think I would go in for covering an old pair.

@connectwithgodtv 7 жыл бұрын

Judith thanks a lot. The tutorial is so easy to understand. I believe I can do that without watching the video again, I mean, it's so clear. You're really a teacher. Please how can we determine the width and length of fabric before cutting.? Please let's know what to consider before cutting the fabric for the project. Thanks again.

@JudithTurnerakagenie 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tonia. The width and length should be a little more than the width and length of the shoe. I would allow at least 10 cm (4 in) either side. It can be cut off later.

@EliaDrose 8 жыл бұрын

Very nice I love it😊

@cassiesmall3817 7 жыл бұрын

omg awesome covering.... do u sew?

@TheMilohemlock 6 жыл бұрын

You're right. It was a very long video, and worth every minute of it! Thank you so very much. I can't wait to get started on my own pair. Does it matter if the original shoe surface is smooth, cloth or leather/ suede? How well do the modifications hold up to extremely low temperatures, like below zero Fahrenheit? Thank you again. M

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Gosh. I have no idea on low temperatures. I live in the Gold Coast Australia. Sub Tropical. The coldest we get is around 9 degrees for maybe a few days in winter. LOL

@lavetabell6406 8 жыл бұрын

hi judith. I love your tutorial and step by step instructions. they turned out beautifully but I must ask if you put modge podge on the entire shoe after it was done. thanks for your inspirations.

@JudithTurnerakagenie 8 жыл бұрын

+Laveta Bell Ji Laveta. I did not put any more Modge Podge on the shoe. You can of course, but I found that the fabric was stuck well and truly and I didn't think it needed any more.

@ishajakish7120 6 жыл бұрын

so amazing

@wonderwend1 8 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Thank you Here in the UK the word AWL is pronounced like the word ALL. I love hearing how other nationalities pronounce things. Thanks again for taking the time to do this video :)

@JudithTurnerakagenie 8 жыл бұрын

It's my KIWI accent mingled with my Australian one. Left New Zealand when I was 17. Love Australia. I also love listening to other peoples accents. Cheers Judith

@prairiegirl433 6 жыл бұрын

Same pronunciation in Canada. Thanks Judith for these wonderful videos. What a gift!!

@hughpaine4546 6 жыл бұрын

wonderwend1 im

@dawnmason9558 6 жыл бұрын

I must admit I was confused at first until you picked up the Awl (all) cos I expected a different tool. Great job on those shoes. Great idea to lengthen the life of comfy shoes, mine are the most comfy when hey are falling apart so to get more use out of them is great!

@lauralogan1896 6 жыл бұрын

wonderwend1 ...its pronounced ALL here in The United States too!!!

@acadiestudio 8 жыл бұрын

Best tutorial ever! Thank you!!!

@nilsabonilla3518 7 жыл бұрын

misslechateau I

@wendyfindlow8759 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic

@georgettesledge6079 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I have so many shoe this needs covering. LOVE THIS👍👍👍👍 YOU HAVE SAVE ME SO MUCH MONEY, ALSO YOU HAVE GIVEN ME SOMETHING TO DO WITH RETIREMENT SOME TIMES IT GETS SO BORING KEEP THES PROJECTS COMING🙄🙄🙄

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Fabulous. Have fun

@texca67 7 жыл бұрын

Big thanks, very detailed! Loved it !

@capricorncapricorn9380 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@ElectedOfficial1 6 жыл бұрын

Using an exacta knife at the end. Use lightly as they are also and mainly used as box cutters.by cutting sideways instead of straight on she is able to tuck at the same time but you must be experienced with the correct pressure so as not to cut the shoe.

@mdnoormdnoor8346 6 жыл бұрын

dear Judith.... its remarkable and glad to see yr tube on yr creativity. i love this kind of work... i just wonder can i order that specific glue from u...i really hope to hear from u...how much it cost for per glue... keep it up..tq again can the same material be used to make clothes..just wonder..

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Yes you can purchase the Mod Podge from my website at the shop. the details are in the video. I love using my machine to sew. I have never considered using glue to make clothes. I am not sure how that would go. Very messy I would imagine.

@balgrantango460 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome !!!

@aliciagonzalez1567 6 жыл бұрын

This is the first time I have seen anything like this being done. Excellent! Thank you for sharing. I did not think it was possible. Glad glad this is the first tutorial I saw. Very good and detailed tutorial, you not only show how to do it the first time, you repeated it with the other shoe in case someone missed it the first time.. A pair of old shoes got a new life, a second chance. Unbelievable! I have one question. if you wore these shoes out and it rained, would it still hold together?

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Getting them wet is not an issue Alicia. It is water proof.

@elisafinch1325 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you...

@deborahtorain-williams7609 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome

@stefaniarossi2759 6 жыл бұрын

bellissimo complimenti volevo chiedere che colla a usato in italiano grazie

@reggieweeks1479 7 жыл бұрын

You can also buy mod podge at Walmart and Michael's

@Lolliegoth 6 жыл бұрын

There is no Walmart or Michaels in Australia...

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Kim, If you are in Australia, you can purchase it from my website www.geniecentre.com I live in Gold Coast Australia. Judith

@judithmartin4490 6 жыл бұрын

I didn’t read all of the comments. So you may have answered this. Have you had trouble with glue unstick in after accidental moisture . . . walking through wet grass?I know you could reglue. Still, I wondered about protecting covered shoes from ungluing. I have 2 pairs I want to cover. Can’t wait. Thanks.

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

Mod Podge is waterproof.

@saundrayork767 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely FABULOUS!! Thank you so much for this & especially for showing the up-close details! Ordinarily I hate long videos; however, this was worth every minute! Now, some questions: What type of fabric works best? What happens if they get wet? Will the glue hold even if the shoes are worn for many hours? Thanks again

@JudithTurnerakagenie 6 жыл бұрын

I find that cotton works best. I used 100% quilting cotton on the animal print. But the other ones were just a fabric I had in my stash. I think it was part polyester. But it worked fine as well. Mod Podge is machine washable after 72 hours. So getting wet is not an issue. Like any shoes they will become worn over time. cheers

@saundrayork767 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks