Quick and easy projects that make a HUGE difference are most definitely in my top 5 favorites. It is so rewarding to see a project look amazing when you are all done, that costs next to nothing and takes less than 20, 10 or even 5 minutes to create. Today, Janica is sharing a project that fits the above description to a “T” where she takes a simple strand of ribbon and totally transforms dress shoes into gorgeous, eye catching foot wear! Enjoy!
Hello Ribbon Retreat friends!
As much as I LOVE wearing my cute boots in the Fall & Winter, I equally LOVE donning the sassy shoes of Spring & Summer!
I am going to demonstrate how to use ribbon to update your shoes for the upcoming seasons. This is a great accessorizing idea that you’ll want to wear for Mother’s Day Brunch, June Weddings, or 4th of July Picnics!
The felt circle should be secure at the top & bottom, with sides open.
There are many ways to tie your ribbon wraps!
I adore the front-bow used in this Moonstitch Grosgrain Ribbon.
Up your elegance by adding a Satin back-bow for formal dances, black-tie events, or even your wedding day!
I also tried the Satin bow placed on the side (over ankles) and loved it.
Perhaps you don’t want to “commit” to hot gluing the felt circle inside your shoe?
No biggie! You can ‘fake’ the look by tying ribbon under your foot!
My daughter went crazy over this darling chevron printed ribbon….
Little girls love this ‘ballerina-inspired’ look!
Or skip tying it under-the-foot and simply tie around your ankle.
I truly LOVE this double-bow look! Especially in polka dots…
Have fun adding your own ankle-wrap ribbons! A great accessory for any age!
Really you cannot go wrong when pairing two of women’s favorite things: SHOES and RIBBON!
The Ribbon Retreat has the perfect ribbon to compliment ALL of the shoes in your closet ;).
Thank you Janica…and how super clever is that?!? I absolutely adore this idea and how much it adds to your shoes. I love all of the different techniques you used and that ribbon is adorable paired with those cute, cute shoes! Thank you for sharing this fun project with us today and just how easy it is to transform every shoe we own! I can’t wait to try this and have my own Ribbon Ankle-Wrap Shoes!
Transformation projects are simply grrrrreat! They are really fun and the outcome always makes me smile! Something like this fun shoe transformation is so simple but the end result is extremely impressive! Here are a few more super easy but very impressive transformations you are going to want to add to your to-do list!
Are you a transformation fan too? Whether you are transforming a lampshade, item of clothing, a pillow for your couch, or a super cute pair of shoes, The Ribbon Retreat has just what you need to get the job done without spending a fortune! Check out our wide selection of ribbon, flowers, notions, gems, bows plus so much more HERE!
Happy Creating & Happy Crafting!
2 Comments
Good grief, Janica… your fancy-schmancy ribbon-wrap shoe ideas are awesome! And I love the ankle-only wraps, too! I have the thickest ankles in the world, despite my tiny wrists, and at first I was thinking that I wouldn’t want to draw attention to them, but then I wondered if the ribbon would “disguise” my freakish ankles?! It’s worth a shot!
Thank you for sharing! xoxo
Hi Pat! Don’t you just love those fancy shoes! I love the ribbon choices Janica used and how much it dressed up her already pretty shoes! And, I think they would look amazing on you! 🙂 Have a great day Pat and thank you for your fun comment! Michelle 🙂