I’m Kathrin. I’ve always been inspired to make things, all kinds of things, using my personal interpretation of slow design. My material of choice is usually rescued or salvaged and then transformed into interesting, functional items and accessories. I love hand-sewing, but also enjoy developing unusual designs, which can be found on my blog, annekata.com. However, I recently got side-tracked with an idea for summer sandals…
Summer shoes are a challenge for me. I don’t own flip flops, because I can’t find anything to like about them, except maybe their price tag. My toes hate to be separated by a rubber thingy and I’m neither a fan of the sound they make nor the name. How can anyone trust a shoe called a “flip flop”? Needless to say, you can’t run in them. All of this has forever prevented me from getting the “number one” summer shoe. That is, until last week.
I thought the soles of flip flops were quite useful and maybe, just maybe, I could figure a way to attach something to make them into wearable footwear. When you look at the construction of shoes, the concept is quite simple. There’s the sole and an upper part glued to it. I don’t like using glue that much in my work, but I understand its necessity in many applications. Shoes are one of them. And then I tried a few short cuts and used an existing flip flop sole and… IT WORKED. Here’s how you can make your own pair of summer sandals in no time. And, you can be very creative in customizing — just what I like.
Materials:
- Flip flops (remember, used flip flops work great, and are more eco-friendly)
– Scissors
– Piece of chalk or marker
– Craft knife
– Heavy duty waterproof glue
– Recycled T-shirts
– Screw driver
– Flat butter knife or thin plastic ruler to stuff fabric into the soles
– Clamps (or heavy books)
Make:
Cut the rubber bits at the point where they come through the sole. Leave just the “plug” between your toes in place (the one that holds the foot down: glue that in place). Remove the other two in the rear.
These holes will be used for the ties around your ankles.
Take a long strip (2 inches wide and long enough to wrap around you ankle) and knot one end. Thread it through the hole with a screwdriver and glue in place. The knot will nestle nicely into the hole from the plug you’ve removed, so you’re not walking on it.
Make 2 horizontal slits on each side of the the foam sole of your flip flop.
Cut 2 strips of T-shirts 3″ wide and approximately 8″ long. You will need to experiment a bit. Every foot is different and the T-shirt material has a different stretch.
Stuff the strips into the incision you’ve made crossing them over the foot. I used a protractor because that was the only thing I could find in my creative frenzy.
When you are happy with the look, glue the strips in place, following the direction for the glue you are using. Be sure to use a waterproof glue.
Clamp together and wait an hour or two, until the glue is really dry. You’ve done it.
There are a million variations on this theme:
- Instead of 2 incisions at each side, you can also make a longer incision and squeeze a wider strip into the gap. Or, squeeze 1 separate strip into each gap and tie them into a bow across your foot.
- You could decorate the shoe with flowers, buttons, brooches.
- Use different colors for the two strips, maybe really bold primary ones.
- Try a different material forthe sole. I wonder if yoga mats will work as well? They would have even more fun colors… maybe they could be stacked to make plateau shoes. That’ll give my 5’3″ some boost, so I don’t have to stand on my tip toes like Nicolas Sarkozy!
- The list goes on…
My idea was to make many pairs to show different ideas, but I got so excited and wanted to share this before everyone runs off to the beach for the month of August (well, at least the French do), and I trust that you are perfectly able to experiment yourselves. I’m already thinking of some fun winter shoes.
If you make these sandals, will you please show me some of your ideas and results?
Thank you to Kathrin for sharing this project with us. For more projects and stories like this one, check out annekata.com.
366 comments
Sign in to add your ownrarebeasts says:
Thats cool, I'm going to try it.
1 year ago
godo says:
clever!
1 year ago
mucar says:
beautiful!!!!!!!!
1 year ago
itsastitch says:
This is an amazing idea, seriously. At least there is still some of summer left to make some!
1 year ago
catchalljewelry says:
i love this!! my flip flops break all the time, now i finally have something to do with them, thanks so much!!
1 year ago
blackstonepottery says:
awesome. i'm going to try this right away!!
1 year ago
DistressingDelilah says:
so inspired!
1 year ago
BonTons says:
such a clever transformation
1 year ago
wallwork says:
Astonishingly easy! And super cute. I may try this...
1 year ago
HaloStitch says:
GREAT Article!!! I got plenty of flip flops that I was about to throw out but after reading this I am totally re-making them into cool new sandals!! Thank you!!
1 year ago
greencricket says:
very, very groovy. I am going to try this and send you a pic.
1 year ago
giltandenvy says:
Wow, these are amazing! I've always hated flip-flops - or jandals as they're called here in New Zealand - for the same reasons (mainly that icky, pinchy bit of rubber between the toes that gets all sweaty - yuck!) I'm definitely gonna make me some of these!
1 year ago
TStyles says:
love this article, need to try this one day
1 year ago
Ayca says:
Lovely tutorial! Thanks for sharing :)
1 year ago
DanieJ says:
Genius!!!
1 year ago
creativityismessy says:
OMGosh! I love these!
1 year ago
lelabela says:
Love it! And they look really comfy!
1 year ago
missmoptop says:
this is the most amazing idea EVER! super crafty - must try it. thanks so much for sharing :)
1 year ago
DanceLikeIts1492 says:
They look so comfy! Thanks for sharing this super idea!
1 year ago
JaneMichael says:
they look so cute and comfy! I'd love to try this in a cute vintage print.
1 year ago
rowenamurillo says:
while I am too much a fan of the summer flip flop to switch to this, I LOVE annekata and am actually hand sewing a skirt using her blog and stitching instructions as inspiration. Woo Hoo! Thank You Kathrin!
1 year ago
poplovedesigns says:
OMG!!!!! This is probably the BEST how-tuesday article I've ever seen!!! I'm totally going to try this. LOVE IT! <3 Andrea
1 year ago
Ilanaavin says:
My hero !! I too hate having stuff between my toes. I can't wait to try this.
1 year ago
MomMeDabbles says:
I SOOO love sandals, I am such a Californian. We heart our Sandals, thanks for the notes
1 year ago
poppyswickedgarden says:
Love this idea so much! I've been wanting to make dome shoes for my shop too:)
1 year ago
seragun says:
Very good idea
1 year ago
almostsunday says:
I LOVE this idea!!!
1 year ago
Ebruk says:
I love it !
1 year ago
shizendesigns says:
How cool! They look comfortable too.
1 year ago
VivaGailBeads says:
amazing!
1 year ago
OldTimePickers says:
Hate flip flops! This is a wonderful idea!
1 year ago
newhopebeading says:
very cute! I will have to try this :)
1 year ago
EvesLittleEarthlings says:
My daughter is going to LOVE this idea (me too!) Especially fantastic if you need to camoflauge less than perfect feet!
1 year ago
bayoucitygirl says:
I am SO trying this!! They look so much more classy than regular flip flops!!
1 year ago
Xiefashionstudio says:
what a great idea!!! congrats and thank you for sharing:)
1 year ago
KnotOriginal says:
What a fantastic how-to, thanks so much for posting this!!!
1 year ago
ralynn73 says:
Love this idea for repurposing my flip flops. I might get to try them out at Gulf Shores next week. The water at Perdido, Orange Beach, Gulf shores is great by the way!!!
1 year ago
Ceciliascraftymom says:
I felt like the only person in the world who hated flip flops! I can't wait to try this with all sorts of girly embellishments!
1 year ago
honeytree says:
What a cool idea !
1 year ago
kimmchi says:
droool... mohops are my favorite!
1 year ago
maggiemaevintage says:
very clever....kudos!
1 year ago
DeathByVintage says:
Very cool. Thanks! It looks easy.
1 year ago
dragonhouseofyuen says:
thanks Kathrin! love them! rather chic :) always thought flip flops were too hard to wear too but this is just great!
1 year ago
graphixoutpost says:
ohhh I want to try it!
1 year ago
AntiNu says:
FANTASTICAL!!! I love these and am gonna make me a pair...thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
GALLERY385 says:
BRAVO!!!!! Brilliant! Elizabeth Gallery 385
1 year ago
KeepEvolving says:
Green innovative genius!
1 year ago
ScreamingCheeToes says:
so now I want to run out and buy all the clearence flip flops I can find and start making shoes! Great post and thanx for sharing!
1 year ago
pasin says:
Great article, love them all
1 year ago
CatzillaCrafts says:
What a great idea! I've never been a fan of flip flops myself, this is an awesome alternative! Unfortunately my cat eats flip flops so I can't have them in the house! =^_^=
1 year ago
RubyRedcrafts says:
Such a brilliant idea!
1 year ago
buysomelove says:
WOW! This article just made MY DAY! I would LOVE to try something like this. *puts on creative hat*
1 year ago
eastbaycalifornia says:
Oh wow!!! I have ALWAYS wondered about making some and never knew how to go about it! What a great idea, thanks!!!
1 year ago
atisketataskethats says:
wow! this is a wonderful idea! i am going t make these right away! i've been waiting to use great old tee shirts, which i have kept for years, into something wonderful! thanks for sharing this idea. i'll send you pix when i'm done. thanks again!
1 year ago
dollybirdboutique says:
im going to try this x x
1 year ago
LeapARTandVintage says:
Brilliant!! I love it, I'm going to try it, I have several thrift store finds that will make the perfect soles. Thanks Kathrin, stroke of genius!
1 year ago
StudioCherie says:
I love that you went ahead and posted this before doing up all of the variations. Great info and ideas. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
woodguy32 says:
OH... anything done with C-Clamps is fine by me...lol
1 year ago
ikabags says:
Such a lovely and great post ;))
1 year ago
pixychick says:
I love this idea thank you so much!!
1 year ago
rosesbloom says:
that's awesome! i love it!
1 year ago
alyscloset says:
What a terrific idea. Thanks for sharing. I make purses and handbags and now I can make sandals to match them.
1 year ago
BeadingonaBudget says:
Sounds like fun!I am going to try to make these:)Thanks
1 year ago
birdsinthebramble says:
lovely!
1 year ago
Silvia66 says:
WOW! It is fantastic!
1 year ago
tantancharms says:
What a neat idea! Thank you!!
1 year ago
cheriebeadle says:
Seriously brilliant!
1 year ago
craftingdonkeygirl says:
Great idea! Loved the design. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
thelostrooms says:
hilariously easy...they look comfy too.
1 year ago
KettleConfections says:
These sandals are so pretty! Marking as something to try during a free weekend.
1 year ago
pomella says:
Great idea - great way to recycle your old t shirt
1 year ago
GoGosHouse says:
Cute, cute, CUTE idea!! Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
KMalinka says:
COOL!
1 year ago
katiedavidson says:
Thanks for sharing! Love it.
1 year ago
ShakedownSurplus says:
the coolest thing ever! thanks!
1 year ago
QuietStorytellers says:
I love this idea! I have the widest feet imaginable so I think I'll try the yoga mat angle. A foot bed wide enough for me and pretty, too. Wow!
1 year ago
themefragrance says:
oh good fun! but i do so love all the sandal sellers on etsy-they make some amazing summer shoes :)
1 year ago
strandsoflight says:
Oh my gosh, I love it! I'm going to be giving my old Birkenstocks a make-over for sure!
1 year ago
Auntdelta says:
Sounds like something fun to try and I will the next time a creative mood hits me.
1 year ago
lucysvintagecloset says:
Great idea! Looks like a fun project for the winter. Thanks for sharing! Brilliant!!!!!!
1 year ago
workingforpeanuts says:
Weird coincidence! I was just running some ideas thru my head of how to make a sandally shoe when I tuned into the blog here - and voila! Thanks!
1 year ago
ZhongFuJewelryDesign says:
Yup, I gotta try this out too!
1 year ago
crimsonjade says:
Whoa, sweet! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
Joredz says:
Those are so cute I love those kind of sandals!
1 year ago
LeslieGallery says:
oh wow! love these shoes. thank you for crafty suggestion.
1 year ago
HelloShoes says:
oh those look so comfortable. I love the support of the straps. I cant wait to start on such a fun project:)
1 year ago
SixSkeins says:
wow fantastic idea!
1 year ago
teedle says:
::::: wonderful! Thanks for sharing! ::::
1 year ago
thesittingtree says:
LOve this!! I'm always trying to find ways of making my own shoes. I'm afraid the t'shirt would stretch and not give good support so I would buy two pairs and glue them together with a space to feed the material through. That way they'd be adjustable like a Chaco sandal:)
1 year ago
atouchofgray says:
Oh my gosh. love it.
1 year ago
incenseNpeppermints says:
Oh I am so on this!! I know what me and the kiddos are doing this weekend!
1 year ago
hearthsidetreasures says:
Aha! I've been holding on to some sandals to do something like this with! Thanks for the inspiration!
1 year ago
ezliving says:
thanks for sharing!somethings new always going in ETSY interesting
1 year ago
choconaut says:
LOVE
1 year ago
soleilduautomne says:
Thanks for adding my shoes!! Great idea!!!
1 year ago
Yokoo says:
You guys have outdone yourselves again! THis is great!!
1 year ago
MoonDanceTextiles says:
too cute!
1 year ago
perebags says:
This project is so great! Thanks for sharing!!!!
1 year ago
oddstitch says:
Why WOULD anyone want that rude thing between their toes?! I want to make these - and I will tell EVERyone - "how I made my own shoes", on ETSY . . .
1 year ago
chatool says:
That is an EXCELLENT tutorial, the simplicity and beauty of it is great
1 year ago
anadiazarte says:
Great idea!, love the shoes.
1 year ago
UCSAdesigns says:
Cuuuute!
1 year ago
AnnieLesperance says:
what a wonderful idea!
1 year ago
leewen says:
Thanks for sharing. Love the sandals!
1 year ago
pinkdandyshop says:
wow, great idea!!
1 year ago
planetalissa says:
I love this idea, and I have a pair of flip flops that I was going to get rid of that would be perfect. I'm trying this out tomorrow.
1 year ago
dgordon says:
That's brilliant!!
1 year ago
WhiteRabbit7 says:
So great!! I'm thinking I will try braiding the material for the straps, a little bit of a Grecian look?
1 year ago
suzyssentiments says:
What a cool idea....love it!! Thanks!
1 year ago
nanouke says:
This is simply brilliant!!! Thank you for sharing, you're a genius!
1 year ago
earthygirlshop says:
Love this idea! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
ModernEraDesign says:
Super fun project!
1 year ago
meliannaa says:
that is wonderfully brilliant and fun!
1 year ago
spiralla says:
so cool!
1 year ago
YouMeUsWeCreations says:
I am sooooo going to try this. This is such a great idea! Very,cute!
1 year ago
sumshi says:
I like this project!! I like the ankle strap idea, although maybe a stiffer material would be nicer? how about laces like ballet shoes?? :) I like the bow variation, too. I can see this being made with all thrift store stuff, to be more eco friendly. yummy!!
1 year ago
CirclesRoundtheSun says:
Thanks, what a great project! I'm going to show this to my 13 yr old daughter, she will love this.
1 year ago
PatriciaHope says:
What a wonderful idea! Such a great way to use those flip flops that have flipped.
1 year ago
bethsflutterby says:
LOVE IT! <3
1 year ago
easyfigure says:
What a great way to recycle old flip flops! Thanks for taking the time to share the steps of this project.
1 year ago
jdaltondobbs says:
I have several pairs of flip flops that have flipped their last flop so they are going to take on a new face in the next few days....just as soon as I can find just the right fabric. What a cool idea!
1 year ago
Karma21 says:
Great Idea :). I don't mind flip flops as long as the material isn't plastic. I'm a huge fan of Teva Mush flip flops but these are a super cool way to use a cheap pair of plastic ones :) Thanks!
1 year ago
CrazyAngelArt says:
LOVE THIS IDEA....now when my daughter is tired of her old flip flops...we can turn them into brand new sandles...Thank you for sharing....as always..PeaCe.
1 year ago
MoonriseStudio says:
LOVE THIS!!! :) I'm kind of wishing i would have kept all my flips from a few years ago, I had them in every color and they would have been great for this.
1 year ago
bedbuggs says:
Great Idea...thanks so mush for sharing...looks like fun!
1 year ago
TexstyleTextures says:
sittingtree and i had the same idea. use two pairs of flip flops and have a thicker sole. things that make you go hmmmm....
1 year ago
designsbyjenean says:
I share your thoughts about flip flops! These sandles look great. Thx for sharing.
1 year ago
BlueMoonCustoms says:
Genius!!! I just broke my favorite pair, now I can bring them back with a beautiful twist. I love it!!
1 year ago
NorthwestBridal says:
LOVE this idea, I am going to try this for sure, the only thing I will have to buy is the waterproof glue. Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
retrolabs says:
fantastic idea! I agree with you about the plastic flip flops. But I do love my Chaco flips.
1 year ago
CrowStarDesigns says:
I love this idea! Just tonight while I was out and about I noticed someone wearing what looked to be sandals made from socks--rather like short spats with souls, and this might be the way for me to make something similar! (Though I also want to use the t-shirt strap idea, too) Thanks!
1 year ago
aforfebre says:
Great idea!!!I love it!!
1 year ago
gooddarlin says:
I hate things between my toes too!! It's the worst feeling to me. U did an awesome job with your creation. Very creative and awesome!!!
1 year ago
StarlingAndGrackle says:
Those look so comfy! I hate flip flops with the thing between the toes and my daughter does too. This is a great way to re-purpose them. Thanks!
1 year ago
CherriesSwim says:
This is sooo cool! I'm going to make a pair for myself :)
1 year ago
sheilalikestoknit says:
Love these sandals! Going to try making my own. I'm a knitter by trade, but love to recycle. Thinking about some now too small concert t-shirts!! Flip flops......how did it get there from thongs! That's how old I am!!
1 year ago
KarynRD80 says:
I LOVE these sandals, what a great idea!!!
1 year ago
PooknflipProductions says:
This is so neat! They look like something straight out of Jcrew or something. Adorable and doable. I'm totally trying this one. Thank you!
1 year ago
apresti says:
I can't wait to make myself a pair!!!!!
1 year ago
FashionRemixTeam says:
I love these; thanks so much for sharing!
1 year ago
lorenabr says:
Cool idea:)
1 year ago
ravissant says:
fun idea! i just may try it. :o)
1 year ago
Stargazer1984 says:
I love it!
1 year ago
Parachute425 says:
Well how cute is that?!
1 year ago
QueenBQuilts says:
After making t-shirt quilts I'm always looking for ways to use up the scraps... this looks like the perfect project!
1 year ago
WaitAWhile25 says:
Wow! I really love these sandals. I live in the Northern tropics of Queensland Australia, where the last thing you want to wear on your feet in summer is shoes. These lovely sandals on the other hand are just perfect. I can't wait to make my first pair. Thank you so much.
1 year ago
rozzie says:
oooo I know i'm the 150+ person to say it, but COOOL! :)
1 year ago
Yoola says:
adorable !!!!! cant wait to try this :) thanks !
1 year ago
PurpleDeerVintage says:
AWESOME!
1 year ago
bstudio says:
Brilliant! I can't stand having that thing between my toes!
1 year ago
Smoochyangels says:
great idea
1 year ago
ArcSquare says:
great!
1 year ago
BLinkDesign says:
One of the best how-to's I've ever seen!
1 year ago
nowonder says:
So cool!! Thank you!!
1 year ago
k1000art says:
Great idea !!
1 year ago
delectabledenim says:
great idea! i hate flip flops (they are sooo painful) but these are perfect - especially over the lump in the middle of my foot!!
1 year ago
BlackDaisyDesigns says:
HA!! Loving this idea. Need to lay my hands on some flip-flops and try it. :)
1 year ago
knofje says:
Haha! That is SUCH a great idea!
1 year ago
BeCharmedDesigns says:
and they look lovely!!
1 year ago
beckseuroboutique says:
I love the concept, but the glue you'd need is about the most vile, environment unfriendly product around. It's produced of nasty chemicals and horribly polluting factories.
1 year ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
wow great tutorial, what a way to breathe life into old sandals. I have some that could do with the TLC treatment.
1 year ago
alteredbeauty says:
Can't wait to try this! I hate flip flops!
1 year ago
MademoiselleG says:
Yay! hat a great idea!
1 year ago
MademoiselleG says:
Yay! what a great idea!
1 year ago
junquerevival says:
FUN!
1 year ago
TheFeltElf says:
Brilliant idea, thanks for sharing this!!!
1 year ago
TheLodgeSpa says:
Great idea! Thank you for sharing :)
1 year ago
SportsIntimates says:
Thank you for sharing. I love the idea!
1 year ago
BlessedBeeApothecary says:
such an amazing how to cant wait to give these ago, they look amazing.
1 year ago
PragmaticEffects says:
Wow, thanks for sharing. I'm not a big fan of flip flops either and this looks like a great alternative. I'm definitely going to try it!
1 year ago
jacquelinesPaper says:
I will have to try this. I have a hard time finding sandals I like. This is a great way for me to get exactly what I want.
1 year ago
NancyCreations says:
I think this is a fantastic site thank you for showing it to me!
1 year ago
casualtatter says:
This is definitely a cool idea! So many ideas for experiments suggest themselves--now, where did I put those dollar store flip-flops that I bought for everybody, (six pairs of feet in all), in the family. (The ones that have been worn once each, or not at all!?!?)
1 year ago
cristinapires says:
OMG! I've actually tried this before but with ballet flats instead, you can use pretty much any cheap shoe & change the look completely....having a real workbench helps though!
1 year ago
Torrilynn123 says:
Awesome idea! i think I'll make a pink pair....I have some pink teeshirt fabric that I've had for years!
1 year ago
SilkMari says:
... super idea ... you can buy flip-flops at the local pharmacy ... on my way...
1 year ago
BabaMoon says:
This is pretty awesome. I never would have thought of altering a pair of flip flops. The look is soooooo much better thanks for this!
1 year ago
ergane says:
This is a great shoe for an eco-conscious vegan teenager!
1 year ago
LisaEverettDesigns says:
What a really cute idea...I love them!!!
1 year ago
Themossthreadmuseum says:
I can certainly relate to the expression creative frenzy. Love this project. thanks for the great ideas. Robin
1 year ago
beththechef says:
Thank you for sharing this! I hate the rubber thingy between my toes too! This is a great way to recycle the thousands of pairs of flip flops my daughters have.
1 year ago
FairyDC2008 says:
Wow this is awesome, great idea! I love shoes!
1 year ago
danaly4 says:
Love it!
1 year ago
Gbydesign says:
Very creative idea...And CUTE!!!! Thanks for sharing your talent!
1 year ago
fashioncompassion says:
i love it. great idea.
1 year ago
Alis says:
Love it !
1 year ago
CCsOneofaKind says:
Just too, too cute! Great idea! Congrats!
1 year ago
Schwartzmade says:
GREAT!
1 year ago
akcArt says:
Quite impressive! Great idea, thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
MoniCandles says:
what a great article! :D
1 year ago
TimelessTrinkets says:
Thank you so much! I can't wait to make my own. Flip flops have always hurt my toes and I so envy people who can wear them. I'm off to Goodwill to find me a pair to redo.
1 year ago
TheNightjar says:
love, love love this article- i am totally with you on the flip flop thing on all counts and this idea really starts my mind percolating : ))
1 year ago
Silverdays says:
fun ! Thank You
1 year ago
costanzavintagecraft says:
WOW! This is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing it with us. Diane
1 year ago
SherriArnold says:
I love love love this idea! Can't wait to make a pair! Thanks for sharing!!! Now I can get rid of all the old flip-flops taking up space in my closet! whoo hoo!!
1 year ago
AmityUK says:
How great, I'm doing this!
1 year ago
BellaroseSignature says:
So cute, great demo. I just gave away two pairs of jelly flops because the toe thing was so uncomfortable.. now I'm made they would have been great to re-construct..
1 year ago
designlab443 says:
what a neat and inexpensive project, thank you for sharing!
1 year ago
ParisPennsylvania says:
How cool! Love the idea and the look is so pretty! So i'm going to make a pair...How clever Kathrin! Linda
1 year ago
WildMountainWreaths says:
LOVE The Sandals Article!!! I have ALWAYS LOVED this style! ~Thank you for an Awesome How-Tuesday!!
1 year ago
Americanhunnys says:
I loved this, I love to recycle, thankyou!
1 year ago
CraftedByMei says:
wow, this is really cool!
1 year ago
Gynx says:
Awesome idea! As far as using yoga mats, there is a video tutorial on Youtube under the username Threadbanger about how to make flip flops out of them. You could use just the base of that for these shoes!
1 year ago
CuddleBuggComforts says:
I have a ton of flip flops that usually get thrown out at the end of the season, but now I will definately make these. I need a pair of cute brown lace-up to wear on vacation. Thanks so much!
1 year ago
ecstewart says:
Genius!
1 year ago
ShebboDesign says:
love this! great!
1 year ago
blushingpixie says:
What a great tutorial and of course, a great idea! The shoes look super cute as well. Thanks so much for sharing!
1 year ago
joanniemay88 says:
one could go nuts with this and some $2.00 Wal-mart flip flops I know I have some icky ones at home, got to try this out. I am seeing gathers sewn or stapled flat before you stuff them in, I think you could use any cloth as long as you did a dry fit before you glued them in, satin, fleece, corduroy, flowers - maybe camo! Whoo Hoo!
1 year ago
chinmayo says:
Brilliant ... Thanks!
1 year ago
LuBluDesigns says:
These are adorable. I can't wait to change some of my flipflops and put my old T-shirts to good use. thanks.
1 year ago
vidamiacreations says:
VERY CREATIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! love it. thanks
1 year ago
breadandroses2 says:
What a swell idea! I've recently been wondering how to make some indoor/outdoor slippers and these tips may offer the solution. Need cushioning for walking on that lumpy gravel driveway.
1 year ago
outoftheframe says:
fab idea! I might give it a go
1 year ago
funwallart says:
Love them, can't wait to try making them.
1 year ago
jodieflowers says:
very clever!
1 year ago
SaraJoDesigns says:
This is awesome. I love this idea to re-use my old worn flip flops. A girl can never have too many shoes!
1 year ago
PantorabyAndrea says:
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1 year ago
JessicaTorrant says:
What a brilliant idea!
1 year ago
newearthsoaps says:
Yep! Love it. Gonna make some! :D
1 year ago
FawnRose says:
Made a pair last night only they cover the toes! Will send pictures when they dry. the easiest and best craft I have done in a long time! Thanks for the creative boost!
1 year ago
SamsShenanigans says:
How great do these look? My next craft project will definately be these!!! Thanks! x
1 year ago
bhangtiez says:
Adorable...I guess I'll grab those flip flops in the "free" box at my work after all....thank you!
1 year ago
INKhandcrafted says:
Absolutely amazing! Thank you for this!
1 year ago
SoManyColors says:
Wonderful! I hand dye clothing fabric and now I can make matching sandals!
1 year ago
lafemmegentille says:
This is such a great tutorial! And so well-timed -- my wife needs a loose shoe to protect her sprained foot in the water, so I'm going to use an old bathing suit to create a tie-on style for her! Thank you!
1 year ago
RememberMeForever says:
Thanks much for this info.....I LOVE the idea!! I'm going to try it......you can NEVER have too many summer shoes! Plus you need a different color for every outfit, right?
1 year ago
grimmlynn says:
This is awesome! Thanks so much for sharing! ::runs off to find flip flops in her closet::
1 year ago
sewZinski says:
That is SUCH a cool idea. Just moved to Florida and can't get enough sandles. I can repurpose all the flip flops I have but never wear now. Thanks for sharing and giving such clear cut instructions.
1 year ago
BeljaysFeltnArt says:
That's just Clever!! Thanks
1 year ago
laurafauna says:
thanks so much, this is awesome!
1 year ago
VictorianSpice says:
Thanks! Briliant
1 year ago
ShopRedLeaf says:
This is genius. I can think of at least 7 people I'm sending this too, thanks!
1 year ago
mycrochetgarden says:
Pure creative genius! Thanks for sharing :)
1 year ago
WhiteEarthStudio says:
fThis is wonderful....I can't wait to get my sewing friend to make me a pair!
1 year ago
littlesistahstudio says:
Way cool! How very clever you are. I hate flip-flops too, and I can't wait to try these!! Thank you for sharing.
1 year ago
visart says:
Great idea!!!!! My sis will love it, I will definitely make one pare for her!!!!! Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!
1 year ago
stoplightromance says:
I'm doing this today with a friend. The only thing I don't have is waterproof glue.
1 year ago
Vidalbuttons says:
soo confyy
1 year ago
LifeSoapSimple says:
How super fun! Now I can have as many shoes as I want without $$ complaints from hubby :D I LOVE SHOES!
1 year ago
compassionmalas says:
Sure to become a classic!
1 year ago
SimpleTastes says:
Those are so cute and clever, I love it! This is a great project to do with my daughter too, thanks so much for sharing. :)
1 year ago
stitchntyme says:
Wowser, love this idea! Perfect for Arizona weather. I know what I am doing this weekend. I have a feeling I have found a new addiction. Thanks! HA! :)
1 year ago
trudiedavies says:
Oo I so want to have a go at making these. They look awesome!
1 year ago
archaicdesign says:
hehe kenny chesney's flip flop summer.
1 year ago
yunmee says:
This is awesome!
1 year ago
AngelHeart360 says:
That is a really cool twist on an old classic sometimes flip flops are borning to ordinary so it is when someone shakes them up a bit.
1 year ago
autumnsanticsstore says:
FANTASTIC idea -- so creative!
1 year ago
glassjunkie says:
love it!
1 year ago
JeweledAmbrosia says:
amazing! I am so doing this
1 year ago
debbiechoo says:
Wow this is really cool!! I didn't know we could do that! <3
1 year ago
MyFunkyTwistedSoul says:
Do you have a youtube for this?
1 year ago
dindi says:
clever idea! i'm going to try this right away!!
1 year ago
catbun says:
nice.... first time seeing a slipper made without a shoe last....
1 year ago
DelightedHands3113 says:
How fun!
1 year ago
earthwindnfire says:
My feet hurt so much all the time. This design idea not only sounds cofty on the foor(soft and as much coverage as I want) but also secure and stylish What a great idea. Thank You for sharing
1 year ago
alienlabel says:
Lovely idea!
1 year ago
lovealittle says:
I just love these and can't wait to have a go. I'd like to use a yoga mat as a separate undersole to keep all the glued pieces extra firm :)
1 year ago
doodlekreations says:
Wow...with summer approaching in Australia, I should give this a try !
1 year ago
linkeldesigns says:
awesome!
1 year ago
sculptedlight says:
Love it! Love it!
1 year ago
EmJayDesigns says:
I'm so in love with this. I have the same "I hate to have things between my toes" issue so these look like a perfect way to have easy summer shoes without spending a ton or searching every shoe store for something I can stand.
1 year ago
saravalor says:
What an absolutely charming idea! They look great. How do they feel?
1 year ago
BellaMiaDesign says:
Wow - I want to go make some! It's nice to know I'm not the only one with a flip flop aversion. They never worked for me. ...and by the way, Michaels right now has clearance flip flops for $0.60. Of course I ignored them, but now that I've seen this, I think I'll go get one. :-)
1 year ago
BonnyJewelry says:
very creative - what a great idea if you want inexpensive sandals to coordinate with different outfits
1 year ago
TabbyL says:
I will try this project as soon as I can - so cute, and they look so comfortable!
1 year ago
babazoobee says:
SO AMAZING - extra wonderful as my daughter has flip flops and I HATE them...let's see what I can do!
1 year ago
TheQuiltingViolinist says:
BRILLIANT! I live in Florida, so flip flops and sandals are practically year-round shoe choices here. Can't wait to try this.
1 year ago
artbysusanwilliams says:
I love this idea. I too would love to wear flip flops but hate that thing between the toes. I live in Florida and only wear shoes (I hate socks) when we have a freeze. Definitely going to try this. THANKS!
1 year ago
doxallodesigns says:
neato torpedo!! Thanks for sharing! I just might try that. :)
1 year ago
RitualBath says:
Oh my goodness I love this! I so want to try this, now to find some cheap flip flops!
1 year ago
NYSupplies says:
COOL
1 year ago
LolaFalkDesigns says:
These are too cute...can't wait to get started on making a pair for myself!
1 year ago
InspirationByFlorna says:
Very cool, I love this! So easy and simple.
1 year ago
agreensleeve says:
Thanks! Fabulous idea.
1 year ago
jennyhoople says:
Too cool! This is the first How-Tuesday that I really thought I might make :D Thanks for sharing!!
1 year ago
ecovintagevegan says:
Cool idea.....I love bare feet. How to Tuesday's are the best thing to happen to etsy.
1 year ago
serena157289930 says:
very nice works!
1 year ago
oralgasm says:
I love these!!! What a super fun idea!
1 year ago
CoquetteBath says:
what an extremely cool idea! I have a teen with size 12 feet. And finding summer shoes that are comfortable is just about impossible. I'm seeing the chance to help her make a ton of cute sandals...using the men's flip flop base (which is fairly easy to find). THANKS!
1 year ago
tikotikoi says:
Great idea for summer days, an extraordinary job graciaspor share!!
1 year ago
SouthernBelleOOAK says:
Fantastic idea! When the tourists leave beach houses each year, flip flops can be found all over the place. What a wonderful way to recycle. As far as the person that mentioned the adhesive being non-eco friendly, try using ecobond waterproof adhesvie. http://www.ecobondstore.com/
1 year ago
ImJewelee says:
Oh those are SUPER COOL thanks for sharing your technique with us! XO ♥ Julee
1 year ago
VintageChichibean says:
WOW. How inovative~ ! I will try this. I live in Florida and I am not a fan of flip flops. I don't mind the thingy between my toes. I just don't like how unstable they are. I like your idea. I can tie these making them more stable. I have many flips flops that are going to be reWorked ! THANKS.
1 year ago
sofisticata says:
You are sooooo crative!!! Thank you for sharing your idea ;) I'll try it !!!
1 year ago
betweenpietyandesire says:
Truly inspiring! Thank you so much, here in the South it's ALWAYS better to have coolcool shoes. And I detest that 'tween the toe thing, so I end up getting the ones without, which widen and widen and widen, till I get leg cramps after about an hour. LOVE that they're adjustable, custom, and fun. Thanks again!!!
1 year ago
glitteringphotos says:
That is SO cool and creative! Thanks for sharing :)
1 year ago
divinedepth says:
wow, what a great free tutorial! I followed the link to her blog and spent over an hour just reading, great artist!
1 year ago
vickibrvt says:
You are so clever! I'm going to make some this week-end.
1 year ago
angelito313 says:
Thanks for the inspiration!!!
1 year ago
maisiedoats says:
just love the recycling angle on this, very clever of you.
1 year ago
misakomimoko says:
Thanks for sharing!! Great tutorial! :D
1 year ago
IrinaArtSmi says:
Very cool !!!
1 year ago
jewelrybymichal says:
I love it. i will try to make for myself. beautiful sandals!!
1 year ago
MargauxStudio says:
Stunning! what a good idea! Thanks so much for sharing your idea!!! Just feeling glum that I threw out my flipflops last week :(
1 year ago
Naturallylela says:
I love it! Great idea!
1 year ago
MAKUstudio says:
I love this! Thanks so much for sharing!!!
1 year ago
watercolorsNmore says:
Great creative idea - thank you so much for sharing.
1 year ago
NishiStores says:
i want some right now!!! brilliant!
1 year ago
FadedGrandeur says:
Wow! Your tutorial makes it look so easy! Thank you for doing it so step-by-step friendly!
1 year ago
EllaJoeCouture says:
Wow. What an awesome idea! I absolutely love it! I want to try it for little wee ones :)
1 year ago
JaniceCordeiro says:
A very good tutorial and great product. I'm ready to give it a try. Many thanks.
1 year ago
Earthystyle says:
Very cool idea!
1 year ago
aldonasuneviciene says:
Fantastic idea! Definitely I will make a pair for myself for next summer! Thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
EllenKatherine says:
I love shoes... and I like making shoes. So this is a very good thing to know :)
1 year ago
PoisonGarden says:
What a great idea-this gives me all sorts of new ideas.
1 year ago
LavenderField says:
Very clever idea! Thanks for sharing it!
1 year ago
LaAlicia says:
very nice! those look so comfy!
1 year ago
mizdarlin says:
LOL..did everybody on Etsy love this or what? Just a note to say a heartfelt thanks..it's so tough to find anything truly comfy to wear anymore..these will be fabulous, I just know it!
1 year ago
lookiewhatIfound says:
Bravo!
1 year ago
siamcollectible says:
Fabulous!!
1 year ago
smilingbluedog says:
Simple and practical, Thank you! Can't wait to make my own.
1 year ago
theshagbag says:
I love it!! Seriously brilliant!
1 year ago
CharlestonCharm says:
So creative! Impressive!
1 year ago
CHenry says:
Now that's a great idea !!!!! I am going to make those for my little grandaughter from some of her flip flops.
1 year ago
mitzimakes says:
Yay an ingenious and pretty way to use those broken flip flops!
1 year ago
earthnskystudio says:
These sandals are ingenius ~ and so cute too! ^_^
1 year ago
sillychic says:
I am so trying this!!!
1 year ago
DesignWithLove says:
Yay, I have so many old flip flops laying around I can't wait to make them into these beautiful sandals, thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
RedRobinArt says:
Very interesting idea! What a great way to recycle all those unused flip flops into beautiful, wearable art! www.redrobinart.etsy.com
1 year ago
cottagebythepond says:
Love it. So unique and COMFY looking. Thanks for sharing! :-)
1 year ago
purplmama says:
I SOOOO can't wait to do this!! Thanks!!
1 year ago
syds says:
Love this! I had some left over tshirt material from a bag I made now I know what to do with it.
1 year ago
SewSassyHeirlooms says:
Looked high and low for sandals that wouldn't cut off my circulation or rub between my toes. Made these using footie socks instead of t-shirts and they are so comfortable, thank you!
1 year ago
MrsCraftyRVing says:
I can't believe it's that easy. My husband however wants to make my first pair. I like how they cover more of the foot then a complete open flop.... I live in an RV and craft from it full-time but shoe storage is a huge problem and now I can have tons of shoes without take as much space as dress shoes would.... Thanks you for the FREE tip!!
1 year ago
SeasideStudio says:
Love this. You're so inventive!!!
1 year ago
JoJosgems says:
wow. I can't wait to try and make these. I have so many old flipflops which I could change and get new life out of! Brilliant idea!
1 year ago
backyardcolorado says:
What a great idea!
1 year ago
Voluscious says:
Brilliant! I can't wait to try this.
1 year ago
avisiontoremember says:
that is adorable and clever. I totally will be getting some flip flops to try this out with
1 year ago
vintageysj says:
I love this!! <3 I am going to try and make these. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
sexygeekwithattitude says:
so easy to make! love it!
1 year ago
RainbowMittens says:
Wow!! That is so cool!
1 year ago
pandagear says:
So smart and they look comfy. Definitely a project for this weekend. Thanks for sharing this idea!
1 year ago
AppelJar says:
...well it's never too late to say THANK YOU for a simply great idea!
1 year ago
KtOriginals says:
I've made two pairs of these shoes so far and they are both so comfy! I have so many different ideas for them, I can't wait to take more of my old flip flops apart!
1 year ago
mssuzie says:
The glue is drying on mine right now! Thank you so much for this tutorial!!!!!
1 year ago
DIYcouture says:
This is a brilliant idea - I always want to be able to make my own shoes : ) - THANKYOU xx
1 year ago
softipuss says:
very cool ... I want to try this one :) been wanting some white sandals .. might as well make my own :)
1 year ago
frecklesoriginals says:
OH my hat i love this woman only trouble is it's 11.30 and I'm off to bed. I know I will not be able to sleep for thinking up ideas for my horrid flip flops. Thanks for sharing. I wonder if he who is already asleep would notice he has a T shirt missing? :+)
1 year ago
ALoadOfCraft says:
Oh no don't give me another use for jersey fabric! I love them!! I've been wanting to re-do my flip-flops and already had the ruber parts cut off but hadn't started because I worried about the fabric wearing away on the bottom... now I know it won't because it's tucked in the hole! Thank you, these are so cute!
1 year ago
AromaticHealth says:
What a great idea! Thank you. I think I need to make these today, after I get my order done. :)
1 year ago
stacystudios says:
Love the sandals, thanks! I think I'll try making a pair for myself...
1 year ago
wanderlustings says:
great idea - these are super-cute! thanks for sharing!
1 year ago
LauraT7 says:
Very Cool! Glad to hear I'm not the only one who hates that between the toes thingy! I crochet - and can think of all sorts of ways to adapt this to a crocheted sandal-top; maybe with cotton thread instead of yarn? and what about all those cute novelty yarns? or cotton cord and macrame' knots? Someone mentioned that the t-shirt/ jersy fabric might stretch too much - not if you folded or sewed the fabric into a tube and put some interfacing in between the layers to stabilize the fabric! I love the ideas others had of using BRAIDED jersey or an old swimsuit for the fabric, too!
1 year ago
maggiebogart says:
I'm so inspired by this completely wonderful use of salvaged materials. So cute, too. Thanks!
1 year ago
meganrosew says:
What a neat idea. They are cute and look comfortable! Can't wait to try it out.
1 year ago
nadinessra says:
lovely! thank you for sharing
1 year ago
LovaliaDesign says:
what a great idea! I love the color too!
1 year ago
CourtneyandChristine says:
I love this How-to! I'm going to make my daughter and myself a pair. Thanks!
1 year ago
TansyPansy says:
will do that one day :))
1 year ago
themadcapheiress says:
Simply brilliant idea! Thanks for sharing Kathrin
1 year ago
OliviaClare says:
I LOVE this idea! I'm in Hawaii so its perfect for dressing up my "slippers" :)
1 year ago
Oceanpeg says:
Like the idea too. Hate those thingies inbetween the toes. Don't buy them for that reason. Will give this a try. Thanks for sharing.
1 year ago
kburk2 says:
Love this idea!
1 year ago
CowgirlRocks says:
I shared this on my facebook page...such a great idea for reusing those old flip-flops!
1 year ago
hana31 says:
I love it!!! such a great idea.I'll make that! Thank you for sharing.
1 year ago
Pilgrimknits says:
I LOVE these! Very clever and stylish. I will make them as soon as the weather turns.
1 year ago
seethemusic says:
FANTASTIC!!!!! A PAIR FOR EACH OUTFIT!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!
1 year ago
blufaerie says:
How late am I? Not late at all since Spring is just around the corner (here in Atlanta, lol)! Woot... Making these!
1 year ago
blufaerie says:
BTW, there is an old ThreadBangers tutorial on how to make flip-flops from yoga mats... Woot!
1 year ago
sunkae says:
***Great way to obtain new and original sandals!***
1 year ago
Donnajn says:
what a wonderful way to recycle old sandals cant wait to try on some of my old ones
1 year ago
themooseandtheowl says:
made some! photo here : http://www.etsy.com/storque/how-to/how-tuesday-make-your-own-sandals-9979/
1 year ago
themooseandtheowl says:
oops, copied the wrong text. i made some of these sandals! photo here : http://eliciamoose2011.wordpress.com/2011/03/24/summer-here-i-come/
1 year ago
RiverKnottings says:
great idea!! My feet are narrow and all the sandals I buy are way too loose and end up rubbing my feet giving me blisters or just falling off my feet. I have a bunch of old tee shirts from thrift stores and free bins that would be perfect for this. I could braid the strips for an even more feminine look.
1 year ago
sandrafeeney says:
hi im a flip flop lover! coming from brasil,i couldnt love more than i do...im kind of creating somenthing similar to that.i love your idea,i will be making some for my clients this summer.thank you for sharing with us.
1 year ago