For all new shoes are exciting, but do you know what’s even more exciting? New old shoes. Since it’s almost summer and we all love a good shoe moment, now is the perfect time to give your favorite sneakers new life with a fresh new look.
So, if you don’t have enough money, you probably think: can I use acrylic paint on shoes? And especially old shoes? The resounding answer is yes; you can use acrylic paint on your shoes and more! And in this new article, I will show you the best way to apply it.
Acrylic paint is great for reviving old sneakers or any other garment that has become a bit tarnished over time. Choose an accent color that complements the rest of your outfit. Use these tips to put acrylic paint on shoes and revitalize yours.
Tip 1: Start with a good cleaning
Whichever shoes you choose to renovate, it is necessary to clean them before applying the paint. In the case of canvas sneakers, you can clean them with a sponge or brush dipped in a mixture of water, neutral soap, and a pinch of baking soda.
If they are leather shoes, it is a more delicate process, since you need a brush or dry cloth to first remove the dust that has accumulated on the shoes and then use a damp sponge with a little mild hand soap to remove the rest of the dirt that has remained attached. It is important to make sure to remove all the soap with a dry cloth.
So, can you use acrylic paint on shoes? Yes again; but they have to be super clean before applying the paint.
Tip 2: Choose your paint color and the best design
Before you start painting, the most important thing to do is to choose the color and design you are going to apply to your shoes. The good thing about choosing acrylic paint on shoes is that it has many color alternatives and can be used on any material.
Another advantage of using acrylic paint is that it is ideal for drawings, as it dries quickly and is water-resistant. It can also be applied in different methods such as brush or spray and is readily available in most craft or hardware stores.
Tip 3: Let's go for that new look
Now you are still asking yourself, can you paint shoes with acrylic paint?
Here you have a step-by-step guide on how to make your shoes as good as new:
- Step 1: Once you have cleaned your shoes, place them on a clear table and stuff them inside with socks or paper to work better on your design.
- Step 2: Then cover all the areas you don’t want to paint for neatness with paper tape. These areas can be the toe and the sides of the sole. You can also cover with tape the areas where you would like to change the color or leave the same color as before.
- Step 3: Place the paint in a container (not directly on the shoe), this will help you work more accurately on your design.
- Step 4: Use a brush to apply the paint and make short, even strokes. With a thin brush, you can retouch details and make drawings.
Here is a step-by-step tutorial so you can leave your old shoes with a super new look.
No doubt this is the easiest and most useful way to make your sneakers look new.
You can also look at this post on how to turn acrylic paint into fabric paint without medium.
I hope you like this acrylic paint tutorial for your shoes. No one will believe the amazing results!