Moe Draper
Shoe Care & Repair Specialist
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3 Simple Ways to Lace Jordan 1 Sneakers (High, Mid & Low)
Show off your Jordans with these fresh & easy lace designs Jays. Jump-mans. Jordans. Whatever you call them, Jordan 1s are classic sneakers that look great on everyone, but did you know you can make them even more iconic...
7 Simple Ways to Tie Your Shoes So They Turn into Slip-Ons
Create lace-free slip-on shoes in minutesUntying and retying your shoes can be a hassle—luckily, it’s easy to hide your shoelaces and turn your shoes into comfy slip-ons you’ll never have to secure again. From hidi...
The Best Ways to Lace Up Your On Cloud Shoes
Different lacing patterns for your foot shape and running style On Cloud shoes are some of the most popular running shoes and for good reason. They absorb impact, reduce strain, and adapt to your running style. But did y...
How to
Stop Your Shoes from Squeaking
Squeaky shoes can be embarrassing and annoying. The squeaking noises can be caused by the bottoms of the shoes, the insoles that are inside of the shoes, or the outer parts of the shoes. Fortunately, regardless of where ...
How to
Stretch Sneakers
If you're going to wear a pair of sneakers—whether to play sports or just to go about your day—you'll want the shoes to feel broken in before you start wearing them for long periods of time. There are a few ways you ...
How to
Walk Without Creasing Shoes
You've got a new pair of amazing shoes—but you're worried that in a couple of months, they'll be super creased. When you wear your new sneakers, dress shoes, or heels, you want to look fresh. And luckily, we can help! ...
How to
Stretch Synthetic Shoes
It’s pretty easy to stretch synthetic plastic and faux leather shoes, but they are probably not going to get more than 1/2 a size bigger than they already are. To stretch synthetic plastic shoes, wear them at home with...
How to
Remove Jean Stains from Shoes
Have you ever bought a new pair of denim jeans only to find by the end of your evening the indigo dye has turned your white tennis shoes into a tie-dye disaster? Don’t ditch your kicks just yet! There are easy home rem...
How to Clean Stinky Shoes: Home Remedies for Fresh Feet
The best ways to get funky smells out of shoes, both by hand and in the washerYou sit down to put on your favorite pair of sneakers, when you notice a certain… funk. It’s no wonder why our shoes tend to get a little ...
How to Clean inside Shoes to Remove Odor
Stinky shoes and insoles are common, but still unpleasant—what can you do to clean the insides of shoes? It turns out there are a ton of easy DIY tricks to make your shoes smell as good as new! We’ve put together a h...
How to Uncrease Shoes & Prevent Wrinkling (Leather Shoes & Sneakers)
Safe & effective ways to keep leather, suede & gym shoes like new Whether you wear sneakers, dress shoes, or any other leather or suede footwear, nothing’s more annoying than discovering creases and wrinkles. There’s...
How to
Dye Crocs Shoes
Crocs are a convenient and comfortable brand of foam rubber shoes, but painting and customizing them can be a little tricky. Fabric dye won’t stick to the foam rubber material very well and spray paint will crack and b...
How to
Clean Shoes with Toothpaste
You can make your dirty shoes look clean again by removing the dirt and debris with toothpaste. Use either a toothbrush or a cleaning pad to scrub the dirt from the shoes. Let the toothpaste dry into the shoes before rem...
How to
Dye Suede Shoes
Give new life to a pair of suede shoesWhether you were unable to find a pair in a color you liked or you just want to update to a more fashionable look, dyeing old suede shoes makes a thrifty alternative to throwing them...
How to
Stretch Leather Boots
If that new pair of leather boots doesn’t fit quite right or if your favorite pair of hiking boots have shrunk, there is no need to despair! There are quite a few ways you can stretch out the leather so your boots will...
How to
Maintain Leather Shoes
You love your leather shoes, and you want to keep them beautiful and shiny for years to come. To keep your shoes looking their best, clean them regularly, particularly in harsh weather like snow and ice. Condition them e...
How to
Stop Leather Boots from Squeaking
Squeaky boots can be extremely obnoxious, especially if you aren’t trying to make a scene every time you walk into a room. Luckily, silencing loud leather boots is quite easy. To start, identify where the sound is comi...
How to Clean the Soles of Shoes with Expert Tips
Plus, how to spot-clean tough stains on your soles Since the soles of your shoes are the part that actually make contact with the ground, it’s expected that they’ll get a little dirty after a while. Luckily, cleaning...
How to
Shrink Leather Shoes
If your leather shoes have stretched out too much from use, or if your new leather shoes are too big, you may consider shrinking them. The process is not difficult, but be aware that the shoe could be damaged if treated ...
How to
Stretch the Calves of Leather Boots
Instead of donating or throwing away a nice pair of leather boots that are too tight, try instead to stretch out the calves to make them fit more comfortably. Use boot-calf stretchers for a hands-off approach, or try spr...
