If you’re a ballet dancer, chances are you have heaping piles of old, beat up, worn out pointe shoes. You don’t want to throw them away because you remember the dances you performed with each pair. On the other hand, you know that it is foolish to keep torn up shoes. The solution? Use them as room décor! I know you are probably thinking, "She is nuts. My shoes are beyond repair and will never look good enough for me to use as decoration." Trust me, though. With creativity and artistic flair, you can fix your shoes up so that they will be art show worthy.
Always start with the base. Don't try gluing rhinestones, beads, and other things on until you have finished either painting or coloring your shoes. Acrylic paint is always a good choice since it is easy to blend and doesn't run. Acrylic paint will give the shoes a flat or matte appearance. However, if you want keep the shine of the pointe shoe, you'll need to use a different medium. I’ve learned that, when used properly, colorful permanent markers make the pink satin look as if it has been professionally dyed. In other words, there is still a sheen to the fabric. Be careful if you decide to use permanent markers, though, because the ink will bleed to a certain extent. If you are unsure about using markers, test on a less noticeable part of the shoe first.
With the addition of beads, colorful ribbons, and other accessories, your old pointe shoes can be turned into works of art that you will be proud enough to display in your home! :)
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