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How to Patch a Canvas Shoe

Introduction

Repair the ripped fabric of a shoe, whether it is made of canvas, leather, suede, etc.

What you need

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    • Use the scissors to make sure the specific place in which you are applying the shoe-goo is free of any long loose strings or excess fabric.

    • This will allow the goo to stick better and last longer on the shoe.

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    • Slightly wet the sponge to rub and clean the torn area of the shoe

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    • Once the shoe is free of excess material, and clean as can be, you are ready to apply the goo onto the shoe. Apply a medium amount along the rip or hole on the desired spot.

    • Gloves are recommended for this, but are not required.

    • DO NOT squeeze huge globs onto the shoe, in this case more is not always better.

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    • Spread the shoe goo across the rip in the fabric with the popsicle stick.

    • For the best appearance, make the goo as smooth as possible and try not to get the shoe goo any where else besides the rip

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    • Let shoe dry for at least 24 hours.

    • For maximum strength, let shoe sit for 2-3 days.

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    • Once the shoe-goo is completely dry, your shoe is now ready to wear. Go out, hit the town, show off your fresh kicks.

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2 Comments

hahahahahaha. that was really funny. You should patent it

Up Rouf - Reply

Here’sthe deal on this effort, there is value in fixing things that just need some effort….rather than trash tossing. Once fixed, these canvas shoes can live a long useful life and with creativity and cleaning they can be anything you want them to be. You can turn a well worn pair of canvas shoes into a work of art as long as the sole is good and the heel isn’t broken down. I love this video!

alice gamble - Reply

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