Friday, March 21, 2014

The Hues of Oz


A big thank you to Oma Linda over at Olde Baggs and Stuffed Shirts for hosting this awesome blog party.

With so many amazing colors to choose from it was almost hard to pick just one but there is one color from the Land of OZ that is truly dear to my heart and that is Ruby Red, especially when it is on slippers. 

When my daughter was a little girl she desperately wanted to be Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz but at that time (she just turned 26) there were no readymade ruby slippers or Dorothy costumes so I was on my own.

Being a creative soul I decided to make ruby slippers out of little girl ked sneakers. So, I painted them with sparkling red glitter paint, added a red satin bow with a big red jewel in the center and my daughter was thrilled. Easy Peasy! Unfortunately I have no idea where those original shoes are but today I am going to show you how to make your own Ruby Red Slippers – Adult Style

Materials:
Red shoes (Or any light colored shoe)
Red glitter paint
Red Glitter
Red Ribbon
Red Jewel
Sealant
Masking Tape
Newspaper or Plastic Grocery Bags
Sponge Brush



First find a pair of red colored heels in your size. You can use lighter colors of white and tan but you will need to do a base coat of red paint before you apply the glitter due to the slick nature of the shoes. If you are using canvas sneakers you can use white and then add several coats of the glitter paint. The canvas takes the paint much better than the leatherette/vinyl does.


Stuff newspaper or plastic grocery bags inside the shoe and mask off the areas you do not want painted.

Using a sponge brush cover the entire shoe with red glitter paint and let dry completely. If you need another coat or two to get the coverage you like be sure to let the paint dry completely between each coat. 

Red Glitter

 Now here is the secret to glittery ruby slippers, on your last coat, right after you apply the paint, sprinkle red glitter over the paint and then let it dry. BAM! Ruby Red slippers, just as glittery as Dorothy’s. Once the glitter dries there may be a spot or two that you need to touch up, just brush on some paint and add more glitter. (Another option is to use modpodge glue instead of paint.



Red Shoe is on Left, Vream Shoe is on Right

Once the glitter and paint are dry, seal the shoes with a sealant and let them dry completely. 

Take a length of ribbon and sew or hot glue the ends together so you have a loop of ribbon. Take a shorter piece of the same ribbon and do the same. Laying the shorter loop on top of the first, longer loop then lay the loops flat and tie a knot in the center using string. Take a small piece of the original ribbon and wrap around the center, covering the string. Lap the ends and secure with glue.

Glue the bow to the shoe and then add a matching jewel

Voila!
Comparison

Sealed and Ready to Wear - Once I make the second one!

Ruby Slippers 


28 comments:

  1. Thank you for the idea and the directions to make my own pair of "Ruby Red Slippers"...I love crafting!!!

    Please feel free to stop-by my blog to see my entry for "The Hues of Oz."

    Jan

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    1. I'll be visiting parties all day. Thank you for the comment. I love crafting things too.

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  2. Clever, clever girl.....I love these shoes. It is always a testament to a mothers love when she will go the extra mile for her babies.....glitter and all. I think it is a precious story that you have shared with us.
    You know, I think you have hit on a terrific idea for many a party for dancing shoes of many hues.....love what you've done.
    So, hues to you my dear, Oma Linda

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    1. Thank you. I can see a rainbow of glittery shoes lined up for a party! Such fun.

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  3. Everything is better with glitter! What a wonderful set of Ruby Red slippers.

    Hugs
    Caroline

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    1. Thank you! I agree, everything IS better with glitter :0)

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  4. Those ruby slippers look big!!! Ruby... a great hue of Oz!

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    1. LOL - those slippers are mine! My daughters were much, MUCH smaller. Thanks for stopping by.

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  5. Little girls and young ladies of all ages would love their own glittery pair of ruby slippers.
    How much more special when made with love by mom.

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    1. I agree. I think anytime we make something for someone it is special.

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  6. You amazingly crafty Witch! This is wonderfully magical. No just the beauty of the shoes you've created, but the magic of making your grandbabies dream come true.

    Happy Hues of Oz!
    Red Gold over the Rainbow

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    1. Thank you! I agree, there is a lot of good magic in creating something for someone you love!!!

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  7. Wicked AWESOME, those ruby slippers of yours - LOVE OZ! Hope you get a chance to click those heels soon! Happy Friday - Tanya

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    1. Thank you. They were fun to make and I imagine they be a LOT of fun to wear.

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  8. What a wonderful contribution to the Hues of Oz. One can never go wrong with a sparkly pair of Ruby Slippers. Don't forget that in the original book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, they were silver. I'll bet the youngling would love a pair of sparkly Silver Slippers too! Ain't grankids grand?

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    1. Hi James, I love the look of the Ruby Slippers from the movie though I would have probably worn the silver ones from the book more LOL I tend to agree with MGM in this instance though, I think the Ruby Red slippers really popped in technicolor more than the silver would have. I try really hard not to cringe when my favorite books are changed though it is very difficult sometimes!!

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  9. Oh what a great idea!! I need to make some of these for myself..sadly I dont think that my grandson would wear them :)

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    1. LOL, they are really sparkly! I had a great time making them and Oma Linda was right, you could make them in any color!!

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    2. He might IF you PAY him big time!!!!

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  10. Smoking Hot Ruby Slippers! Glitter is my favorite accessory!
    Crafty Mom to the rescue! Your not done yet! Don't put that clue gun away!
    Very nice to meet you! xoDebi

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    1. I'll be finishing up this pair!! They are too cute to only have one of. Once I finish them I'll have to find a really fun place to wear them. Thanks for stopping by :0) Glitter is my favorite accessory too,
      which is good since I have glitter everywhere in my studio right now.

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  11. Fantastic! I see many people using your tutorial and inspiration to add some glittery ruby slippers to their lives!

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    1. Thank you, it would make my day to see glittered shoes everywhere LOL you just can't go wrong with glitter!

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  12. I LOVE these! Fantastic! So much fun! I think I am going to make myself a purple pair! LOL! Thank you for the wonderful comment on my blog ;o) I am now following you too ;o) Have fun at the party ;o) You are a crafty little witch ;o) Hugs ;o)

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  13. Thank you! I am so glad you stopped by. Purple would be fabulous!!

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  14. OH NO!!! Look what you have done! Now The Witch Sisters ALL want sparkly ruby red slippers. OH Dear..I will need to find some old Barbie shoes and follow your tutorial...this is WONDERFUL!!!! I also peeked at your fairy Door Tutorial- CLEVER AND I WANT TO TRY!!!!

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  15. Wow! Oh, wow! Those are really wonderful! Thank you so much for the tutorial and I shall order 24 pairs at once for my Winged Monkeys!

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  16. LOVE your ruby shoes!!! Beautiful!.. Wish I could have participated this year, but hopefully next year! ~tina

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