I'm using Shoe Goo here. I even considered using Liquid Nails, but this seemed like it would produce less bulge when re-assembled. Spray the foam adhesive, apply Shoe Goo, tuck fabric under the footbed, pull taut, then straighten the fabric.
Put something in the shoe to hold everything in place. I used a jar and a clamp. Two hours is the minimum dry time for Shoe Goo. Now, your liner is fixed! Send your shoes off to be re-soled. If you have a stock Vibram sole, outdoor companies will re-sole your shoes for a small fee. If it were possible to buy the soles, I'd just re-sole them myself, but this seems to be the way to go for now. Comment if you know of a source! Try Mountain Soles for re-soling.
They seem to be a good, solid company. Nate - I'm so glad you're one of those people who aren't afraid to disassemble things! Until I read this Instructable I didn't have any idea where to start with my tennis shoe "re-vamp! Thanks for your clear instructions and for naming the products you used. Now that you know how to repair holes in your shoes it is important that we let you know of ways to prevent you from getting holes in your shoes in the first place.
Wearing a hole in your shoe with your big toe is one of the most common ways holes appear in shoes. Especially if you are a runner. So companies have started creating shoe hole prevention inserts.
These inserts are like patches for the inside of your shoe. They help reinforce the fabric from the inside. Probably the most popular brand of shoe hole prevention inserts is Shoe Armour. You can help prevent holes in leather shoes by keeping them well conditioned. There are several different leather conditioners available on the market. Applying a thin layer of leather conditioner to leather shoes once a month can help keep the leather supple and pliable so holes do not form as easily.
If you are concerned with developing holes on the soles of your shoes, getting a good insole can help prevent holes. Holes appear on the soles of shoes in places where the sole has the most contact with the ground. For example, if you naturally walk heel to toe, the heel of your shoe is a pressure point and will wear down faster than the rest of the sole.
Insoles are available for many different pressure points and some podiatrists will even create custom insoles for your foot. Simply adding an insole to even out the pressure on the shoe can help prevent holes. Whether you currently have shoes with holes in them or if you are just trying to prevent your shoes from getting holes, we hope this article has helped you.
A favorite pair of shoes can be hard to part with. Some shoe damage you can fix on your own for a fairly good price and without a lot of effort.
If you end up with a repair that you are not able to fix yourself using the methods we covered, just remember that most towns will have a shoe repair shop. Work Boots. Sizing and Fitting. Shoe Care. About Us. Privacy Policy. Terms and Conditions. Affiliate Disclosure. Contact Us. Site Map. The fabric patch that you use on the shoe will be visible on the outside, so get a fabric that matches your shoes existing style.
You can buy fabric online or at a craft store. Buy enough fabric so that you can fully cover the size of the hole. Good fabrics to use include tartan, leather, and suede. You can also purchase fabric that contrasts with the current color of your shoes for a unique fashion statement. Cut out a piece of fabric large enough to cover the hole.
Cut a rectangular or square piece of fabric to cover the hole. Pin the fabric to the shoe. Adjust the placement of the patch and make sure that it looks straight before you sew it in place. You may also want to recut the piece of fabric if you don't like the way it looks on your shoe.
Steam iron the patch to the shoe. Put a damp cloth over the patch on the shoe, then hold a steam iron over the patch for seconds. Repeat this times to flatten out the edges of the patch and make it adhere to the form of your shoe or boot. Sew the patch onto the shoe. Pierce a needle and thread through the patch and into the shoe. Then thread the needle up out of the shoe and through the patch. Continue going around the edge of the patch using this method until it is secured to the fabric on the shoe.
Tie off the ends of the thread with a knot to hold the patch in place. You can also use more complex stitches like a catch-stitch or slip-stitch to create a unique look. Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered. If you have extensive damage to your shoe, you should consider replacing them or taking them to a shoe repair specialist to be repaired.
Helpful 1 Not Helpful 0. Submit a Tip All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published. You Might Also Like How to. How to. As a result of using nylon and polyester, the mesh fabric is highly breathable, but this comes at the expense of durability.
So, what can you do if you tear the mesh on your shoes? The best way to repair torn mesh on shoes is by utilizing patches by sewing or using quilting irons to apply the patch to the damaged area. For smaller tears, the iron method works well. Well, first and foremost, because we want to retain the visual appeal of our sports shoes. Nobody wants to be caught out and about with holes or tears covering their shoes. We should take pride in our appearance in all aspects, so as insignificant as it may seem, taking care of shoe mesh is crucial in upholding a good impression.
Secondly, and arguably more importantly, if damaged and left untreated, mesh is more susceptible to mould and bacteria. The downside of this? As far as the purpose of mesh on shoes goes, it is primarily designed to keep the shoe light and breathable. What this means is that your feet are going to feel far happier, and much less odor-prone than they would in meshless shoes. A super simple fix for a very common issue faced by all of us who own shoes with mesh.
Just as common as holes, small tears can occur as a result of daily use. Anything from tripping up, to catching the meshing on something sharp when out and about can cause these tears to appear.
Before you get stuck in with the actual repair work, take your alcohol-soaked cotton ball and clean the damaged area of the meshing up. Then leave the alcohol for a while to dry. Remove the back of one patch and make sure you round off the patches to better fit the meshing.
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