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A Pair of Sandals From A Cardboard Box

A Pair of Sandals From A Cardboard Box
In this instructable, I show how to make a pair of cardboard sandals, using a rescued cardboard box.
 
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Step 1Mark Outlines on Box

Mark Outlines on Box
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Find a box or pieces of cardboard to trace the pattern onto. To make the pattern, use a pair of shoes or sandals that you have. Eight "soles" are needed, and two each of the top and bottom straps are cut out. The patterns for the straps were drawn free hand, then cut out and fit onto the sole to see if any adjusments were needed. If so, redraw and recut.
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17 comments
Jan 30, 2012. 6:16 AMcatherinetodd says:
I think the idea of using these terrific cardboard sandals for "hospital sandals" is a really great idea, and using recycled cardboard is even better. I hope people don't think that having "produced nothing" yet doesn't mean someone shouldn't ask a question or post a response. Lots of great ideas in any case. Love Instructables!
Jan 30, 2012. 6:09 PMcatherinetodd says:
Gracias. Love instructables and hope everyone feels the same.
Dec 30, 2011. 8:43 AMPichu47 says:
Seems like a cool idea, but if you walked in a puddle.... yea. If i made these, i might duct tape over the cardboard to make it more water proof.
Aug 2, 2011. 6:26 PMmeddler says:
I think this is neat. Hey Cman, sometimes an idea can inspire an improvement on the original, or generate a new idea. Like maybe using old motorcycle tires or some other more durable material. Etc etc. I would hate to think of someone not posting a great idea because they are afraid of negative comments.
Apr 15, 2011. 8:10 AMenrhedando says:
superguais! gracias
May 21, 2010. 3:53 PMchenillerae says:
Wow, this is only my second time to this site and all I can say, is I really enjoy the creativity of many minds on here. Enjoyed the sandals. As a single mother of three always looking for great ideas for fun. Thanks!
Nov 14, 2010. 8:51 AMporcupinemamma says:
Welcome!!! Glad you are here.
Oct 27, 2010. 7:35 PMplanetsideplayer14billion says:
Hmmm... Hobos might like this
Aug 19, 2009. 6:50 PMCrawdadMan says:
Very Nice! Hows the Comfort factor?
Feb 28, 2010. 4:32 PMastrialkil says:
not to be a jerk but what good are these? for in home use only? even dew on the lawn would ruin these.  HOSPITAL SANDALS!
Aug 20, 2009. 6:51 AMporcupinemamma says:
Nifty golifty!!
Aug 19, 2009. 5:26 AMDebH57 says:
Now these are really nifty, are you going to model them for us?

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