Although it’s probably not a big surprise, I’m the type of gal to spend untold amounts of money on home goods. Of course, my DIY tendencies have allowed me to keep things within a reasonable budget, but I still find myself not batting an eyelash over a $150 chair every now and then as a treat.
But when it comes to style splurges for my closet, I rarely fork over the cash. After catching sight of these polka dotted Keds x Kate Spade NY shoes though? Well, we almost had a budget meltdown…That is, until I realized how simple they would be to recreate on a dime!
With a pair of $5 white Ked look-a-likes from Wal Mart and a tablespoon or two of metallic gold Modern Masters paint (that I already had on hand), I’m happy to say that I was able to get the look of $75 designer shoes for a fraction of the cost.
Although I was pretty confident in my ability to freehand circles thanks to countless hours spent in a college studio, paint brush in hand, I imagine that a round foam stomp would work just as well with a steady/even grip. Have you ever tried something similar?
Sure they are missing that little tell tale spade symbol and touches of pink detailing, but I love them all the same and am so excited to have saved enough moolah to splurge on a new pillow or two.
SUPER CUTE! Smart thinking making your own!
Thank you so much!
Weirdly enough I never spend on cushions. I often dissuade my friends to buy new cushions, but always get tempted by black and white cushions. And was often enough dragged away from them. (My friends do allow me to hug them for a while before I sullenly return them to the racks). The only cushions I’ve spent on so far are two cushions for the work chair. Other than that, I pretty much make my own cushions and covers.
Awww!! I’m always surprised by how much cushions cost…It’s certainly more cost-effective to make your own, I imagine!
FAB re-creation!! And I agree totally – some things are worth the splurge others can easily be duped! I’m IMPRESSED with your polka dot free hand skills!!
Thank you so much! =)
I was doing this 22 years ago when my babies were little, even to the point of painting the keds logo on the bottom back of the shoe!! hahahaha being financially challenged when they were young made me copycat a lot of name brand clothing items. It is great to see other people doing it now and posting the ideas for everyone to enjoy!
I love your ideas!
So cool!! Thanks for sharing that with me/us =)
I love the shoes and want to do that project, so where did you get the shoes and how much did they cost?
Ok just read that you got them a Walmart! $5!
🙂