Here’s a way to paint your boots and get a kick out of creative hobby

Here’s a simple project from the Craft and Hobby Association to get you started with fashion crafting.

Fabric paints can be found at crafting shops like Michaels or Hobby Lobby. Joann sells a four color pack of 4 oz. bottles for $4.99 online. The paint is made to remain soft and pliable when dry so that your boot design won’t chip with everyday wear.

Materials:

ULeather boots.

UFabric paints in various colors.

UBrushes of varying sizes.

USmall hard flat surface that will fit inside the boot.

USpray waterproof sealer.

Ideal material

Leather is the ideal material for the boots to be made from, as the paint absorption is great and the durability is excellent. Always test the paint on the material before setting to work.

Ensure that the working surface is extremely clean. Wipe the boot with a warm damp cloth and remove any excess water beforehand to remove all dust. Let dry thoroughly.

Remove any laces or surface embellishments before you start and ensure that all buckles are undone so that you can get behind and around all edges as you work your paint into the boot.

Heel is last

As you will need to maneuver the boot to different angles, it is easiest to leave the painting of the heel to the last element. This will enable you to hold the heel to steady your work. Wipe down the heel again before painting it as the oil in your hands may affect the paint application.

Insert your small, hard flat surface into the boot to provide a stable work area and use your selected fabric paints and brushes to paint your design onto the boot. Keep all paints not immediately in use away from your work space to avoid accidents.

Work with color-specific brushes. Keep your yellow brush for use with yellows and oranges. Use another brush for your pinks, purples and reds.

Leave 20 minutes drying time between layers so that the paint dries well.

Once you have completed painting your boot, leave to dry and apply a spray coat of waterproof sealer.