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How do I darn demi points?

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Many flat shoes come pre-sewn. Some are sewn in the back but not the front. If you have this type, I recommend putting your shoe on and marking where the elastics go. Then you can sew the elastics (hand sewing is more controlled). You should use thread in a close color to the shoe.

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My friend has trouble getting over her box. Would darning help?

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No. Either she needs more flexible arches, or she needs to get re-fitted, or she needs to loosen the tying, or she needs to break them in more.

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How do I tell my left demi pointe shoe from my right demi pointe shoe?

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There's really no difference. You can mark them, or you can switch them every day or so to make them last longer.

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How can you tell if they are on backwards?

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You really can't. The flat part should in the front. You should be able to slip your foot in.

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I dance ballet but I can't do a split. What can I do?

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See Do a Split .

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What does darning accomplish?

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it makes it easier to balance.

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How do you darn flat shoes?

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You shouldn't and you can't. .

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Does darning your pointe shoes help with balance, and is it worth the effort?

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If you darn around the edge of the shoe, it helps with balance, and it is worth the effort! Darning pointe shoes can make them last longer as well.

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