Learn how to upcycle shoes using these 17 fun tutorials. Revamp your entire footwear collection and make it perfect without spending a ton of money!

Now that cooler weather is here, it’s time to go through my shoe collection and see what will work from last year. Typically I give the outdated shoes away. BUT here’s another idea – I can revamp them, and make them new again for fall!
It’s like having an entirely new pair of shoes. There are a lot of ways to do it, including dyeing, painting or decoupage. Do you want to upcycle shoes and revamp your wardrobe? I’ve gathered 17 ideas for you. Scroll down to get inspired.
Upcycle Shoes
Tired of your shoes? Or maybe you have a pair you love but they look worn out? Try one of these 15+ ways to upcycle shoes and you'll have a new pair!
Floral Iron On
Learn how to apply a pretty floral pattern to canvas shoes using iron ons! It's way easier than you think.
Acrylic Paint & Marker
Cheap white slip on sneakers become really cool with this tutorial. I love that she shows the steps in detail so even if you don't have any artistic ability, you can paint these shoes!
Mod Podge and Glitter
Instead of throwing away an old pair of kicks, learn how to revamp them with Mod Podge and glitter in this decoupage shoes project!
Bow Ties
This amazing transformation takes an old pair of flats and adds bows to fancy them up and make them new again.
Add Crochet Flowers
Get the free pattern for making these adorable flowers! Julie shows what the look like on flip flops, heels and flats.
Gold Paint
I love the idea of taking an old pair of tennis shoes and making them over with bright metallic paint.
Add Fringe
Would you believe that these sandals were created using a grass skirt from the dollar store?
Paint Pen
Use a paint pen to add simple accents to an old pair of flats.
Floral Accents
Give a pair of boots a new look by adding just a little bit of fabric (it makes a big difference!).
Ribbon & Buckles
These designer inspired puritan flats are easy to make with ribbon and buckles.
Spray Paint
I had no idea you could spray paint boots! This is opening up a whole new world to me. What a great way to upcycle shoes or boots.
Dyed Suede
This a great idea for making over suede shoes when you want a different color – just dye them.
Decoupage
Overhaul a pair of boots with a little Mod Podge and fabric. If you want to upcycle shoes with a cute pattern, this will be your go-to!
Leather & Ribbon
These beautiful oxfords were inspired by a designer pair – and were really easy to make with leather scraps and ribbon.
Doily
If you really want to make a statement, consider adding doilies to wedges with Mod Podge.
Are you ready to upcycle shoes? Me too! Which tutorial are you going to try?? I’d love for you to check out these other tutorials as well:
brittan
Tuesday 19th of November 2013
Thanks for including me in this wrap up! so appreciated! xo
/Brittan of What She Would Have Worn