DIY ~ Ribbon Bow Flats

***this is a repost from March 2012***


In the spirit of using stuff I have, refashioning and wearing things I don't normally...I made these super adorable ballet flats!

Years ago I bought a pair of those Dr. Scholl's foldy flats.

I didn't love them much cause I thought they looked cheap and flimsy.

Then, while browsing Pinterest, I found this cute little DIY!

Light bulb moment!

I dug out my little flats and fixed em up.

Here's how I did it!

You will need:

- pair of ballet flats

- sewing pins

- ribbon

-stitch ripper

- sewing machine

- scissors

- lighter or matches

 
#1 ~ Take your stitch ripper and remove any embellishments off your shoes your are upcycling!

#2 ~ Cut 4 equal pieces of ribbon. Peak one end of each piece.

#3 ~ Using a lighter or matches, very carefully slightly burn the edges to prevent them from fraying.

#4 ~ Pin the ribbon in the spot you would like it on each side.

#5 ~ Using your sewing machine, sew ribbon into place.

 

#6 ~ Tie and enjoy! :)

I just love them.

What an upgrade!!!

Bet I wear them now... :)

Cheers,

Messy