Saturday, 16 July 2016

134. A Closet Full of Shoes by Jo Packham and Sara Toliver


BOOK REVIEW: A Closet Full of Shoes by Jo Packham and Sara Toliver

Shoes are a girl’s best friend. From her evening gown to a rough and tumble pair of jeans, the shoes are the babies who complete the look. Pairing a pair of killer heels with culottes pulls in the catcalls and whistles. This book is dedicated for all those who have an undying love for their footsies like me.

Who doesn’t love a great pair of shoes? There’s something about slinky pumps, funky boots, and breezy sandals that puts a spring in our steps. But not everyone can afford a pair of Jimmy Choos. So instead of buying something new, why not embellish the ones you already have?

Once you learn a few simple techniques, you can transform just about any type of footwear including sandals, flats, heels, sneakers, and boots into designer and wearable works of art. Jo Packham, crafts expertand author, has compiled more than 50 oh-so-chic projects that showcase these techniques. These designs will stand out from any others, whether their added flair is subtle or attention-grabbing.

Try affixing elegant silk flowers to a pair of strappy sandals to enhance their femininity. Adding ribbons and other trims to flip-flops or around the instep of a flat creates instant glamour. The beautiful colours you can use when working with paint are endless! For example, decorating a chunky heel or pair of rain boots with wonderful motifs and patterns provides a great touch of pizzazz.

Turning a plain shoe into a glam one that’s perfect for an evening out is easy if you attach brooches and other pins. Appliqué, beads and buttons, decoupage, even photographs can be used to amazing results.


Ever walked in and out of shoe stores finding for the perfect pair that suited your preference? Fret not, now you can add embellishments on your own shoes to get that much wanted flair.

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