Personalize Your Footwear
Flip flops are, without question, the most popular sandal style in the world. More flip flops are sold annually than boots, high heels, or even tennis shoes! Crazy huh?
Rubber flip flops, like those to the right, are inexpensive and come in a wide variety of colors, but might be a bit to boring by themselves. Designer flip flops look great, but in most cases, these designer sandals are just too expensive!
If designer flip flops are just out of your budget why not get out the craft box and decorate a pair of the cheap ones? This is a fun and inexpensive way to have some really cute and unique flip flops that everyone will want! This is a great project for a slumber party or group get together.
Decorating your own flip flops is a fun and creative way to own the fabulous designer looks, but at a fraction of the cost! We'll show you how to take a pair basic rubber flip flops and personalize them to suit your unique style!
Women's Design Ideas
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What You'll Need:
Supplies will depend on how you want to decorate your flip flops, however there are a few basic items you'll definitely want to add to your shopping list.
- 1 pair of rubber flip flops
- Hot glue gun (with glue-sticks)
- 1 yard of ribbon, cut in half
- Scissors
- Desired decorations
Deciding how to decorate your pair of flip flops is the funnest part! There are so many different materials and decals that will help you create your sassy sandals. Need some ideas? Check out these great designs from Flippin' Fabulous. These styles are cute and easy to reproduce, and you'll only pay a fraction of the cost!
Girl's Design Ideas
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Decorate Your Flip Flops With Ribbon
Ribbon:
- Take one flip flop and place a small bead of hot glue at the outside base of one side of the strap. Allow it to cool for a few seconds.
- Take the other end of the ribbon and begin wrapping it around the strap of the sandal, overlapping edges of ribbon to avoid any gaps.
- Continue wrapping until you've reached the end of the other side of the strap.
- Place another bead of hot glue of the outside of this side.
- Keeping the ribbon tight, glue the end of the ribbon to the strap. If the ribbon is too long, cut the excess length before gluing.
Decorating Your Flip Flops With Bows And Flowers
- Decide where you want your bow, flower or other decoration, in the center or on the side.
- Place a good amount of hot glue in the desired position.
- Position your decoration onto glue.
- Press and hold until glue is completely cooled.
- Show off your new sandals!
Decorating Your Flip Flops With Rhinestones
- Decide how many rhinestones you'll use on each side of the strap.
- With a tweezers, pick up a rhinestone.
- Place a small amount of hot glue on the backside of the stone by tapping it on the glue gun.
- Position rhinestone on the outside part of the flip flop strap.
- Continue with the remaining rhinestones.
Beaded Flip Flop Demonstation
Decorating Your Flip Flops With Beads
Beading flip flops is much more difficult than just gluing various decals on, but it'll look like you spent a pretty penny for these designer look-a-likes. Here's what you'll need:
- Large sowing needle
- Plyers
- Tough clear thread (or fishing line)
- Desired beads, enough to cover both straps
So if you're up for the challenge, check out this great video demonstration for a visual step by step guide to creating these sexy sandals!
Have Fun Decorating!
Whether you're making perfect pair as a gift, planning a flip flop decorating slumber party, or just creating your signature sandal, I'm positive you'll have a blast! Now it's time to start shopping! God Bless!
~ Laura
Helpful Links
- JoAnns - Fabric and Craft Stores
JoAnns has a broad assortment of products, beads, ribbon, flowers, you name it! You'll find just about everything you'll need to create an awesome pair of flip flops! - Old Navy - Women's Classic Flip-Flops
Old Navy offers a fantastically affordable basic flip flops. Available in every color under the sun, these flip flops give you the perfect palette to work with!
This Hub was last updated on July 20, 2010
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What a great idea for a girls' party!
I've tried making this and it was fun! It brings out your creative side.
a wonderful idea...
I love the idea, but too bad flip-flops with good arch support are not usually glamorous like the ones in the mall or boutique. So I'll buy them and embellish them myself because I hate sacrificing comfort for style! The idea with rhinestones is my favorite!
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