Thursday, July 19, 2012

Hand Painted Floral Docs


So I’ve been on the search for floral Doc. Martens for as long as I can remember! I’ve been dreaming that one day they’d magically appear in a thrift store, but alas that was just a fantasy. After years of searching, hoping, and dreaming, I finally went online to look for a pair. Although after doing a bit of looking they just seemed so expensive to me. I just couldn't justify spending that much on shoes (even if they are Doc Martens). I always end up thinking about how many yards of fabric that I could buy with that money. Haha.

So I found these awesome Doc. Marten look-a-likes at H&M for $20 and I bought my own fabric paint for $10 and went to town. I worked on them during Christmas break and I just now got around to photographing them. They’re super fun to wear and I’ve worn them around like crazy! There’s a little bit of chipping at the creases due to walking, but that's pretty normal for painted shoes. Other than that, I’ve found that fabric paint holds up pretty well. Here are some close ups...






Do you have any tips for painting shoes? I'd love to hear them!
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31 comments:

  1. JaneyJuly 19, 2012 at 3:43 AM

    You are just so talented! Love them!

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  2. Dwi NanokiJuly 19, 2012 at 3:46 AM

    wow, I love the way you express your self

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  3. HannahJuly 19, 2012 at 4:25 AM

    I think you are one of the most talented young people on the internet! I know that in your last post you said you were worried about getting to New York, but New York should be worried about getting you! I think you have a very bright future ahead of you.

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  4. mokoshaJuly 19, 2012 at 4:52 AM

    you evil genius :)

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  5. Angie DJuly 19, 2012 at 5:09 AM

    They are stunning! I've always loved the floral Docs as well :). You've definitely inspired me to paint a pair myself! I'm thinking a field of daisies...

    What if you sprayed them with a sealer and then a spray made for waterproofing boots? Also, did you use primer?

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  6. JanaJuly 19, 2012 at 5:18 AM

    Wow great idea, they look awesome! <3

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  7. UnknownJuly 19, 2012 at 5:46 AM

    These are even better the original ones!

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  8. Addie MarieJuly 19, 2012 at 9:32 AM

    Oh you are so clever! I can't believe how amazing these look. I bet you get compliments all the time on them!

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  9. Laura JonesJuly 19, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    they're lovely! x

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  10. AnonymousJuly 19, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    wow, beautiful job--they are lovely. what kind of fabric paint? I'm in the market for fabric paint...

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  11. KnottedRoseJuly 19, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Wow, i want a pair. You are so creative, i wish i had a ounce of your talent.

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  12. AnonymousJuly 20, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    The surpass Doc Martens! Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful and so fun. Love them! You knock my socks off, again with your talent, Esther.

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  13. PilarJuly 20, 2012 at 10:12 PM

    Lovely! There will never be a pair like them.

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  14. ClaireJuly 21, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    Great job : )

    *Claire

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  15. zeeJuly 22, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    Ah those are goregous! about a million times better than the originals too! i need skills lol

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  16. Nettie S.July 23, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    Wow! So creative!

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  17. AnonymousJuly 24, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    Esther! I just found your blog through The Drifter and the Gypsy today and I am a little bit obsessed with it! You make me want to be more creative. You make me want to learn how to sew. I just thought I would tell you :) thank you for inspiring me today and I think you are absolutely wonderful and I am glad people like you exist and take good care of yourself, these are tough times.

    Xo
    Kaitlyn Bird

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  18. Petite CajaJuly 26, 2012 at 1:35 AM

    Oh, I've been searching for that too, only problem is I have small feet to top it off too ;) Your shoes are so lovely <3

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  19. Piel del CosmosJuly 26, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    You have such a cute and lovely blog!
    xoxo

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  20. SteviaJuly 29, 2012 at 1:37 AM

    Helo, Esther!
    first of all, such a lovely name :)
    Esther is the coolest queen in the bible, ever!

    anyway, stumbled upon your blog and so happy that I did!
    your blog is filled with little wonders
    definitely following you now
    hopefully, you'll follow back :)

    PS. that floral boots are GORGEOUS!!!

    <3
    The Sweetest Escape 

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  21. Georgia RoseAugust 7, 2012 at 1:46 AM

    Oh my god, these are amazing. You are SO talented.

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  22. LilyAugust 8, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    Printing off a picture to put in my inspiration journal. they are beautiful.

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  23. kaila moAugust 13, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    ohh my i absolutely LOVE them, those are so adorable! so inspiring, i want to make a pair right now! the flowers are there look o beautiful, you did such a wonderful job!

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  24. kaila moAugust 13, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    i just pinned them :) you can see here if you like!
    http://pinterest.com/pin/85920305361848625/

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  25. MelisAugust 15, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    they are amazing! i think i'm going to do the same! also, i commented on the swimsuit and you said you could email me about when they'd be in your etsy shop. my email is melissasonico@gmail.com

    thanks so much. please check out my blog too!

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  26. EchoAugust 18, 2012 at 1:44 AM

    Oh wow, those are so beautiful! I never thought I'd ever say that about Docs! I love the detail in the flowers, you're amazingly talented!

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  27. AnonymousAugust 25, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    love your shoes! you're very talented.

    you asked about painting shoes....

    a friend of mine paints cowboy boots: http://emily-ellison.com/index2.php

    and she also has a fashion blog:
    http://styleandheart.blogspot.com/

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  28. AnonymousAugust 28, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Hi, Esther...I just found your blog by accident...and was so encouraged! It's great to see another Christian blogger out there, and especially to see your heart shine through in your posts. I love the Bible verses that you pick out...and love your style and creativity. Definitely following you :)

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

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  29. AyaAugust 29, 2012 at 10:08 AM

    If I'd attempted to paint a pair like this, my floral print would have looked like potato print. Your talent is so impressive!

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  30. kelilaroselleAugust 30, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    Wow these are beautiful! You make me want to go and give it a try. I absolutely adore your photos. They are stunning.
    kelila
    http://crown-of-laurels.blogspot.com

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  31. Hope Adela PasztorSeptember 5, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    What a great idea! You are so talented; they look better than the pre-made Floral Docs! =)

    http://pinkchampagnefashion.blogspot.com/

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