Shoesday Tuesday - a spot of DIY - got some shoes you never... use? Turning some unworn "glove" shoes into a wearable leopard classic pump.

I loved these shoes when I first saw them! But I quickly forgot about them as you do... 

Then one day I spied them ON-SALE at Topshop and just HAD to have them...

However, the Vamp is cut so high it's unflattering so I never wear them. I figured I had nothing to lose and decided to take to them with my sharp sewing scissors...

It was almost too easy.  I think they look a little less grandma now.

Joseph | Everlane | Celine

A few brands have picked up this silhouette, I like it on other people but for me it was just too granny-ish and un-wearable.

I think they look much better now.

What do you guys think?

Obviously if these WERE Celine I would never cut them but as they were not being worn I thought I'd try some DIY.

Would you guys attempt to redesign any of your shoes?

♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.

DIY Fri-day - Front entrance makeover, from sad to rad. Shoe Storage, lick of paint, chalkboard quote of the day

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So let's see the process

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As you can see the front entrance to our home was pretty sad, not exactly the warm welcome one could hope for. Paul dumps his bakers boots covered in flour right in the doorway so shoe storage is a must. Being a rental we're not permitted to paint or replace carpet

The Boat shelf got a paint - I've got a few projects on the go, all will be revealed in the fullness of time.

I left the outside wood green, think it goes well with the overall color scheme.

I did this sketch with white gel pen on butchers paper and inserted it into a cheap white frame. I love the contrast of the brown paper and the white.

For shoe storage I bought a small bamboo shoe rack from Kmart. Similar options can be found in all good home ware stores.

Also from Kmart: this terrarium (I'm using as a vase) with white pearly stones and this cute chalkboard.

Painted this canvas years ago - it is inspired by wallpaper and was painted around the same time as the inserts for my shoedrobe:

How did I do? Home decor is a constantly evolving process (as is my wardrobe)
I would like to maybe buy a rug next but I'm not too worried as it's not somewhere we spend any time.

What should the next quote be?

♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.

Shoesday Tuesday - Shoedrobe, where I store my shoes. Painted antique cabinet with hand painted wallpaper lining

Hello shoe fiends!

I thought it was about time to introduce you to where I keep the family jewels, aka: my SHOES

*Winter edition - summer sandals are on the top shelf of my closet.

Bottom shelf - Left to right: beanies, purses, scarves.

This was an old walnut antique China cabinet that I painted white, added a green trim around the outside of the doors and made my own hand-painted inserts to go in behind. Still have to buy handles!

Before

Spray painted this candelabra - it was nice, now its NICER.

"The right pair of shoes can change your life" Cinderella. 

I used to own A LOT more shoes, the cabinet was messy and I just didn't wear HALF of them.

Now all of these I wear regularly, they're all reasonably comfortable and they FIT. Less is more on this journey we call fashion.

How do you guys store your shoes?

Have I inspired you to shake up your own collection?

Happy Shoesday everyone!

♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.

Tutorial - Cork Board Necklace Organizer

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It's Monday - BOO!!  So let us dive headlong into the week with a bit 'o' arts and crafts!
I have a confession to make - I thought I was a shoeddict (shoe addict, see what I did there?) but apparently I don't discriminate and after my long trip around the UK I suddenly have TOO MANY necklaces!!?  I weighed them when I packed them into my suitcase - there was over 1 kilogram in necklaces alone #problem.

So I've seen tutorials and DIY projects around the internet for necklace organizers and thought it looked fun so I decided to make my own!  

Read on for the tutorial and you can make your own!

You will need:
 * a Cork board (or two)
 * 2 contrasting paint colors (I chose black and white)
 * Paintbrushes
 * Push pins (to pin onto the board silly)
Optional:
 * Chain to hang board + extra to attach second board if using.
 * Screw Hooks.

I've painted the border black and the cork a white wash.

(cork is very thirsty so if you want full color prepare to use a lot of paint)

 Use screw hooks to fasten the chain in which to hang the board from.

I used an old necklace I never wear!

If using 2 boards you can attach them to each other using chain and screw hooks.

I placed my screws 7 centimeters in from the edge. 

Almost there - we just need some *** BLING BLING ***

Et Voila!

Storage +

decoration

= multi-tasking

I find this type of storage great for multi-strand necklaces that get all tangled up in themselves if they're not hanging.

I also hang some necklaces off photo frames and candelabras and some I place into origami boxes arranged in drawers.

How do you organize your necklaces or jewelry for that matter?

♥ Paula Shoe Fiend.