I’m very excited to show you my latest DIY project! After planning to DIY these babies, I decided they were a bit much and that I’d prefer something more subdued. Enter the Barneys CO-OP Glitter Boot. The moment I saw them I knew I found my next DIY inspiration (well, after I had a quick whimper about not being able to afford them).
Old Navy Ankle Boots $25 (I got them for $20 at my local store!)
I searched the web for some similar boots with a stacked heel and vertical line and found great luck at Old Navy of all places. (They’re super comfortable too!)
Tan fabric paint and Martha Stewart glitter in “Smoky Quartz” via Michaels.
Squeeze some paint on the boot and spread with brush.
Sprinkle glitter over the wet paint.
Make sure all paint is covered by the glitter then gently shake off.
Wait until paint is completely dry before brushing off the excess glitter.
1.Barneys CO-OP boot $595 / 2.Photo / 3.Topshop Ambush Boots $160 / 4.Photo
So, for $25 (including glitter and paint), I have my own version of the $595 pair- score!
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UPDATE*
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A few people have asked me how to keep the glitter from flaking off— I got a tip to use hairspray on them and it seems to be working perfectly. The glitter really didn’t come off so much because I used plenty of fabric paint, but the hairspray is keeping the extra bits on nicely! And please remember to post your DIY photos on my Facebook page so I can see how they all turned out :)
Twitter: smartnsnazzy
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Eeeeep! These are gorgeous!!! I love them!! Killer job :)
xoxo
Lia
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Twitter: missbekah
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Can’t wait to see these on! LOVE them!
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These are fabulous… nice work!
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Twitter: frankiefashion
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Kara these came out AMAZING! Love them xoxo
Twitter: MJ_Beauty
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Okay seriously, you need to start offering your DIY services because these boots are amazing!!
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Twitter: shelbylatelycom
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These are AMAZING. This might be one of my favorite DIYs I’ve ever seen. I’m kicking myself because I was given a pair of boots that I didn’t like at all, so I just got rid of them…they would have been perfect for this. Thanks for the fabulous idea! I’m excited to give it a try. I’m thinking red glitter! ;)
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Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Thank you! Red glitter would be fantastic- let me know when you make them, I can’t wait to see!
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Twitter: gamedaystylist
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Love these boots. I am going to have to search through my closet for a pair that I can do this too…
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Twitter: fashiontnt
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OMG! I am so impressed with your boots and your DIY skills. Those are amazing!
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Twitter: myRemedydesign
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This is SUCH an amazing DIY! I cannot wait to try it out. Thank you for sharing your creative idea & posting this.
xx. Jillian
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Twitter: L_Figment
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Amazing! I am very very tempted to do this myself…especially considering I have a pair of cowboy boots that have a bit of damage that might be nicely covered up by some glitter. (That and I have so much glitter I just don’t know what to do with it).
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Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Perfect! It’s meant to be. If you make them I’d love to see- post a pic on my fb!!
Twitter: natashajanzen
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I love how these turned out! I’ve added sparkles to an under heel of a shoe before, but I never would have thought to do this! I just finished DIYing some boots to shoes the other day. I love that people are starting to get more creative with DIY footwear!
Natasha ~ Required2BeInspired
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These are so cool – must hunt be down a pair of cheap boots! Did you know that if you spray them with hairspray afterwards it stops the glitter falling off? xxx
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Twitter: sprinklesprings
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That is excellent advice- I’m going to try that right now (I’ve been glittering the floor every time my boots brush together lol)
Twitter: therosealley
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Love this diy, I’ve been meaning to try this on a pair of vintage heels that my dog chewed on. Hoping to salvage them! Thank for the post. :) Love your blog, and an now a follower!
<3
-Aly @ http://therosealley.blogspot.com
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Twitter: PractSpoiled
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Love this! A great way to spruce up an old pair of kicks. I’m on my way to pick up some glitter and try this myself!
-Kelly @ http://www.practicallyspoiled.com
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i really want to try this :D but how do i prevent the glitter from flaking off? can i coat it with clear glue?
Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Try spraying them with hairspray first. It seemed to do the job. I’d be cautious about putting glue or gloss over them because I think it would take away from the sparkle a bit. Let me know how they turn out!
Twitter: symbiotic_life
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This is fantastic! I love it when someone clever comes along with a great way to get a fabulous piece for a fraction of the cost. xoxo
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this is such a cute idea! i want to try it soon :) glitter and glitz is definitely coming back
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Twitter: divalicious_m
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such a perfect idea :)
LOOOVE THIS DIY!!!
AND NICE OLD NAVY BOOTIES!!! :D
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Twitter: citizenrosebudz
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LOVE it! I’ve seen diy for glitter shoes which is great, but love love the idea on a boot. GREAT tutorial- easy to try!
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I made these today and am totally obsessed! I love them even more because I made them! Thanks so much for the idea.
Twitter: sprinklesprings
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No way- that’s awesome! I feel like that too when I make things, they have a special place in my heart :) If you want, snap a pic and post it on my FB wall so I can see?? xx K
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Twitter: thewildfleur
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Completely obsessed with this idea! Definitely going to give it a try :-)
xx Camille @ The Wild Fleur
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Love this DIY! We did something similar!! Great minds :)
xx S
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Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Yes, great minds do think alike, especially when glitter is involved :) Yours is the one that’s all over Pinterest, right? Great job! xx
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awesome!!!!
do you think it would work as well with suede booties?
Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Totally! I believe the Barney’s ones I DIY’d them after are suede.
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Hi there! Amazing job! <3 Just curious, do these boots run true to size?
Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Hi Kristin, I think they didn’t come in half sizes, so I went with the size higher and those fit. I got them last year though, so you probably can’t find those exact ones.
Love your DIY!! Today in my blog … glitter boots too! ; )
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Twitter: tlopez410
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First I stumbled onto your website and I am in love! I’m planning to do a couple of your DIY’s with a friends this week. But what caught my eye was this tutorial on the boots and I was excited because I have the same pair but here is my take on the DIY http://instagram.com/p/XQ3xZ8uER1/
-Tania
Twitter: sprinklesprings
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Wow, I like where you glittered the boots! Really cute. Good luck and have fun DIY’ing with your friends!! Tweet/instagram me to let me see the progress :)