I saw a pair of sandals that got me right into DIY mode.
I knew I had a pair of creamy sandals (bought ages ago) that were right for the job.
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| left picture took by me at the exhibition - right one from the book |
All I needed were two rosary necklaces
(and the will power to argue with the streets vendors in Canal St.).
a pair of strappy sandals
two rosaries
strong upholstery thread - needle - pliers
total time required: 30 minutes
haggling with the street vendor: 40 minutes
--> HOW TO:
* buy a rosary that will be slightly longer than the circumference than your sandals
* remove the clasps with pliers
* start sewing few small stitches where you want the cross to hang down
* go all the way around - because there is an elasticized side, i left the stitches very loose on that side and the chain too
* stitch all the way around until the two sides connect
Dear Alexander McQueen, may you R.I.P.
xox, d.
Your sandals turned out beautifully!
ReplyDeletenow, why did you have to argue with the street vendor?
ReplyDeleteAnna
he asked for 25$ each for the rosaries. 40 minutes later, 25$ for both. he's still making lot of money on these :)
ReplyDeleteWow... the shoes look great.
ReplyDeletethese look fantastic D!! I loooove!
ReplyDeletexoxoxo
Lia
Oh, so cute! Good job. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLook fantastic!
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che belli! belli i rosari e anche il modello dei sandali che hai scelto mi piace!
ReplyDeleteeh la contrattazione fa parte dell'esperienza dei mercati!
A volte è divertente altre un po' meno, il trucco è sempre quello, non far mai capire al venditore quanto vuoi comprare quello che vende!
Well as a devout Catholic, I have to say that I just don't get it! If you are not Catholic, then why would you want a rosary on your shoes and if you are Catholic, you would not put one on your shoes. So I don't get it...?
ReplyDeleteCarrie
@Carrie: i am catholic, but rosary bought on the side of the street is just a piece of junk jewelry. I liked the look, didn't want to make some sort of religious point.
ReplyDeletecrosses are widely used in fashion, that's it.
Rosaries are no longer use as a religious items, but more as a fashion statement.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to link this tutorial at
http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/06/2011-4th-of-july-celebration-menu-from.html
Maggie
http://passionatelyartistic.com
People use rosaries as religious items every single day. I do know that they are used in fashion, I just have never understood why, really! Thanks anyway for the reply.
ReplyDeleteAs a Ctholic I don't like the cross almost heating the floor, or your pretty sandals. I understand you're not Catholic, well...I don't get it, hon. It'll be as if I been Catholic I would put a star of David in my shoes, almost heating the floor! Lol!
ReplyDeleteRosarys will always be a religious items for Catholics... they're not a fashion statement, in no means!! FABBY
ReplyDeletewonderful... love what you did here and such great inspiration.
ReplyDeletethanks!
This whole idea is horrible...why don't you use some other necklace rather than degrading a Rosary. Shame on you! It doesn't matter where it is from, a Rosary is a Rosary is a Rosary.
ReplyDeleteFantastic! :) Worth the arguing huh?
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Very beautifully done. And I'm glad the art of haggling is alive and well in NYC! :)
ReplyDeleteSorry, but I also struggle with finding this appealing. The problem for me is a crucifix at one's feet where it can be stepped. Catholic or not, it seems disrespectful.
ReplyDeletetaste is a personal thing, I like them and wear them :)
ReplyDeleteThe shoes look fantastic! Great work!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
Hope you have a great weekend!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/
Ohhh, really lovely!!!!!
ReplyDelete;)
Wow! You really come up with the cutest things! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing this @ {nifty thrifty sunday} last week as well!
xoxo,
Vanessa
I pinned these.
ReplyDeletehttp://pinterest.com/smregenold/pins/
Can't believe there is controversy over this. Some people take themselves and objects too seriously. Love the sandals, they are cute and creative.
ReplyDeletethank you Anna. I couldn't believed it either. It actually got much longer on my emails !
Deletethanks for stopping by!!! D.