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Make it Easy | Metallic Birkenstocks

I posted a picture on Fall For DIY’s Facebook page the other day which had a lot of people telling me off for my choice of footwear. All in good spirits of course, but in any case I leapt to the defence of my sandal choice (well, cried a bit) and vowed to keep wearing them until my toes get – just a bit – numb (well, made whining noises). You get the gist. I don’t want to stop wearing sandals just because we’re prone to downpours at a moments notice or because when I step on the wrong paving stone I’ll have a wet foot for the remainder of the day. NO. I’ll wear sandals until it snows or I start getting told off by people in the street (this has actually happened. Not to me but a friend in a Croatian public bathroom….)

So, for all you tough, sandal loving hero’s (and you lucky, lucky guys from hotter climes) here’s a little something for you: Metallic Birkenstocks! I’ve added links to the real deal Birkenstocks to update but I suggest this more as a great way to pep up an old pair (or find a similar style sandal) and give them an on trend update.

Materials:

  • Birkenstock Sandals
  • Metallic Spray Paint
  • Strong Masking/Painters Tape

Instructions:

  1. Clean up and tape all parts of the sole leaving the whole leather strap exposed.
  2. Undo the straps of the leather.
  3. Spray a light layer of paint over the leather and buckle and leave to dry.
  4. Repeat the last step 3/4 times until you’re happy with the coverage. Do not be tempted to spray thicker layers. You’ll end up with streaky and blobby bits. That’s not the look we’re going for.
  5. When you’re completely happy with the coverage of the paint leave to fully dry for a few hours. Carefully peal back the tape.

Now wear your sandals with pride, but do your best to avoid muddy puddles and soggy grass.

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Comments

  1. Yvonne says

    October 4, 2014 at 3:55 am

    Love these, especially the rosegold colour ones!

    xx
    Yvonne
    http://tellmeyblog.com

    Reply
  2. francesca says

    October 18, 2014 at 9:43 am

    absolutely have to try this!

    Reply
  3. Judith C says

    February 7, 2015 at 2:01 pm

    Why didn’t I think of this!? I spray painted a pair of cowboy boots 30 years ago and they still look great! I’ve got all the supplies to change a pair of turquoise Berkis into gold. As for how long to wear your sandals… that’s what socks are for, learn to knit and start making and wearing stunning socks and people won’t even notice your sandals.

    Reply
  4. cathy says

    March 25, 2015 at 1:51 am

    can I do this with suede? If so, How? Thanks!

    Reply
  5. son says

    April 6, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    Fabbo! Any chance you can advise the spray paint color of the rose gold looking ones? Have looked at all color choices on the link and can’t seem to see this color choice. Thanks

    Reply
  6. Gigi says

    May 27, 2015 at 1:08 am

    Girl you rock your Birks till they fall off your feet. I have been since the 70s. Had about 12 or 13 pairs till all but the pair I had on got stolen. Lol. And to all those nay sayers hold your head high knowing YOU MY DEAR ARE THE COOL ONE WITH THE HAPPY FEET. XO—Gigi

    Reply
  7. Bev says

    July 2, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    Is this just regular spray paint or a special kind/type?

    Reply
  8. cbdoilslose says

    November 20, 2018 at 5:25 pm

    This is why i love marijuana! or.. Hemp.. Its so versitile. Eeveryone is dabbing now adays but did you know they even have none “phycoaftive” cbd dabs now.. Its becoming super normalized. Has anyone tried it before? https://cbdfx.com/products/cbd-wax/ I wonder what it tastes like.

    Reply

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