Over the weekend, my friend Elanah and I got together to recreate some crystal sandals we’d been seeing all over the blogosphere. In particular, there were two pairs of crystal sandals that we reaaaaaallly loved. {Marni – as seen on Julia here, and J.Crew, as seen on Liz here} We both desperately wanted a pair but weren’t prepared to invest in the trend. {The Marni version retails for $480!} So we went ordered some sandals from Nordstrom {I got these}, went to Toho Shoji in the garment distract during our lunch break and whipped these up in under ten minutes. Not bad, eh?
The project is insanely simple – but just in case, below are some fave embellished sandals… whether for shopping or for more DIY inspiration!
Materials: Neutral Strappy Sandals // Rhinestones in settings — love what Wander & Hunt is selling // E6000 Glue
Squeeze some E6000 glue onto a napkin. I used a kebab stick to apply the glue to the back of my rhinestones.
Carefully apply the glue to the back of the stone.
Start by applying the first two stones to the center of the shoe and work outwards.
Continue applying… I chose to add two smaller stones to the edges of mine. Press each stone firmly for 15-20 seconds to set, and allow to dry overnight.
All done… so easy, right?
They turned out so good!! I’d totally go for these instead of the 400 $ Version!!
xo Andrea
Wonderful and Marvelous
Such a great idea and they turned out so good! I’m making these this weekend 🙂 xo Nina
Such a fun idea and way more affordable than the designer version…might just have to give this one a try! 🙂
http://www.pennypincherfashion.com
I am so doing this one, I am just looking for cheaper sandals.
xo
PinkSole
Love these! great DIY! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
Awesome tutorial! Thanks for sharing.
http://jax-and-jewels.blogspot.com
Love this!!
The Style Storm
<3, Christina
This is such an easy DIY! I would have been worried that they would look too cheap, but I think they turned out really nice! I might even have some old sandals that I could upcycle! Thanks for the idea!!
Rhonda
http://www.theskinnyarm.com
oooo I’m totally doing this!!! Love those sandals but can’t justify $400+ for a pair of them. I think this is do-able even for the DIY-impaired (like me). BTW – just got the frank scrub too – can’t wait to try it!
I love this fun DIY! This is one that I can definitely manage…
xx, Kristi
This is my favorite DIY ever! I’ve been in love with the Marni/J. Crew options but this seems like an easy alternative!!
What a fun idea, so cute!
http://poorgirlrichlifeblog.com
This is brilliant, Grace!!! Love how they came out.
xo, Lindsey
http://www.caviartaste.com
This is fabulous! I don’t see the rhinestones on the page given in your link, though. Do you have any other resources you could recommend? Thanks, Grace!
I have been lusting over both the Marni and J Crew sandals but they’re out of my price range! Making a pair sounds like much more fun!
xoxo
Stacey
Five Minute Style
I love this!! I want to try it this weekend!
This is straigt up genius DIY status!! Why would anyone spend the $480 for the Marni pair when these look identical. Can’t wait to make my own!
xoDonna
http://www.soyouagree.com
Spring DIY here I come!!! Such a great idea!!
I’m not usually into DIYs but this is so simple with such a great result — I may have to try it out!
UMMMMMM guys i wasnt kidding… i wear a size 9…. you are both my friends so i think i should get some priority 🙂
SO CUTE!!!!
Really cute!
http://www.jadeclectic.blogspot.com
So simple and so glamorous!
These are adorable!! I love that you totally made it your own. I just did a DIY Jeweled Sandals post, and honestly I like our versions better than the store-bought! Plus it’s the perfect craft date idea with the girls. Or in my case, a good distraction when you’re cooped up inside with a cold. Nice job Grace! Here’s what I came up with for the DIY project:
http://www.designlifediaries.com/2014/06/diy-jeweled-sandals.html
-Kelsie
http://www.designlifediaries.com
Cute sandals! The bling s so miu miu! 🙂
I m featuring jewelry diy tutorials on my blog too if u r interested 🙂 hapinesswherever.wordpress.com
These are so gorgeous! I have such a penchant for sparkly things!
Quantum
The Scientist Who DIYs