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DIY Elastic Shoelaces

DIY Elastic Shoelaces
Forget tying and re-tying laces over and over again.  And add some custom colored style at the same time with elastic shoelaces.  Get the look of laces + the ease of a slip-on!  Great for kids shoes.  
 
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Step 1Supplies Needed

Supplies Needed
Supplies Needed:

- Lace up shoes
- Fold Over Elastic (aka FOE).  This comes in several widths usually 5/8in and 1 in. I used 1 inch since that's what I had on hand* 
- Basic notions (sewing machine, pin, soluble/disappearing marking pen, scissors)

*Depending on the size of the holes, the 5/8 make be easier to use.  You can find basic colors of FOE at most sewing stores and tons colors & prints at various online sewing & diaper making shops.
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5 comments
Mar 5, 2012. 9:04 AMsnixysnix says:
I'm doing this with all my Chucks! I pinned this on Pinterest and the re-pins are redonkulous!
Mar 4, 2012. 1:24 PMvincent7520 says:
Fabulous ! …
Mar 1, 2012. 1:21 AMsusanchen2011 says:
I like pink color.
Mar 1, 2012. 12:32 AMdreiseratops says:
Way to go! These are great!
Feb 29, 2012. 11:53 AMPenolopy Bulnick says:
Those are so cute! What a great idea! It looks really nice with the pink converse :)

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I'm a self-taught designer and mother of 3. I write the crafting blog, Sew Can Do (http://sewcando.blogspot.com) and love creating original projects for myself and others. I'm into making and findin...
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