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Because we all want to decorate our Ked's
Hand Sewn Gators on Ked's Shoes

Posted by Whit J. • Published 4th October 2010 • See Whit J.'s 7 projects »

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Step 1
Figure out where you want to put your gator.
Personally I think the best places are the sides because the toes are really hard to get to from the inside.
Step 2
Pencil in your gator outline.
I did mine freehand. But there are a lot of great images you can find on google to help you if you need it.
Step 3
Thread your need with your thread and begin on the inside of the shoe.
Continue on to finish your entire gator.
Use black thread for the little eye dot.

Tip: Use a thimble to help push the needle through otherwise sometimes it is a little tough.
Step 4
Add your extras:
1. Shoelaces
-You can put beads on them for more color if you want
2. Tie little Orange bows and hand sew onto the shoe from the inside.
3. I painted U F on the toes because I could not get my needle all the way down in the toes.
I used acrylic paint in Orange and Puff paint in Blue to outline. Super easy and can be stenciled on.

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CO + K User

October 4th, 2010

Well...I guess I have to make some "Dawg" keds. Unless you're not from FL (as the colors suggest) But I don't really do sports anyways, so I guess it doesn't matter! lol

I do adore keds though. They've always been my favorite!