But why buy a pair of grippy socks for $4 when you can buy a whole pack of regular socks for $5? It was time to experiment. I stopped at Michael's and got a pack of fabric paint (using a 40% off coupon, of course).
Then I laid out some socks, heel side up.
The directions on the fabric paint suggested to practice on a paper towel. "I don't need to do that!" I thought. "How hard could it be?"
Ahem. These were supposed to be daisies. Practice on a paper towel first.
Properly chastened, I decided to start with straight lines. Much easier!
Once I got into the swing of things, I was able to make teeny little hearts. Remember that these are very small socks!
It only took a few minutes to paint these and about 4 hours for them to dry. Now if I could just find the match to that heart sock...
You could even use this method to make yourself some slipper socks, or make no-skid socks for a senior in your life!
Wow - thanks for a GREAT idea! My little one has fallen on our floors more times than I can count. This is a great way to fix those slippery slippers : )
ReplyDeleteI use it anytime I crochet slippers for someone extra grip is always good, it cuts down on the static electricity from crocheted slippers too.
ReplyDeleteAs to other uses for fabric paint....my littles and I up-cycled old cd-roms by decorating the silver side with fabric paint (practice on paper towel FIRST!) not too thick or it takes ages to dry, then hot glue a loop of ribbon on the back of one and finally, glue two decorated cds, ugly sides together, and hang...perfect as lovely sun catchers in the window, or as a theme decoration for a holiday (we used it as christmas ornaments).
.....We also use fabric paint to mark the size of sheets in our linen closet. Makes it easier for the kids to grab the corresponding size without upsetting the entire stack.
great idea! pinning to my "Crafts to Make" board. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! And I'm seriously impressed with your artwork on those teeny socks! (I miss teeny socks. My youngest is 7. And his feet are stinky, not cute baby feet anymore. Sniff.) Very cute idea!
ReplyDeleteAwww, thanks! Our oldest is 7, and you're right...there's nothin' cute about those flippers. Heeheehee.
DeleteThat is just jim-cracking-dandy. I was compelled to pin this :)Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThis is great. We have hard floors and my kids aren't fans of shoes in the house. I always worry about slipping. I'll be using your great idea!
ReplyDeleteGood idea!
ReplyDeleteCool post! Thank you for sharing it on Wildcrafting Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteOh, now that is an idea for me. I practice yoga, but it is always cold in the gym. When I wear socks, I slip; when I don't,I shiver. I might just try this!!! ~ Blessings
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I hate being cold in yoga class. I'm going to make myself a pair with "Ommmmm" on the soles.
Deletehaha. This is so beyond Genius. Thank you.
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This sounds like a great idea, maybe even for aging parents! Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteThis is brilliant my 18 month old falls on our tiles all the time it's hot at present so he can go with out but with Autumn coming up they will be needed soon thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! We have very steep stairs and most of the time my kids don't wear socks in the house because they slip going up and down the stairs if they do. This would be a great and fun solution. :-) I'm pinning this; thanks!
ReplyDeleteCool! I need to do this for my daughter's socks!
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This. Is. Genius. I love it! I am going to try this :) Off to pin!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great idea! I think I'll make some for my daughter for her Easter basket. Thanks for linking it at Fabulously Frugal Thursday.
ReplyDeleteWonderful idea! And fun!! We'd love for you to link this up at our party! http://www.housewivesofriverton.com/2013/02/riverton-housewives-round-up-54.html
ReplyDeleteTotally brilliant! I am going to have to try this on my son's socks!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea!!! My mama has hardwoode floors so I can see I will be trying this out! Thanks for sharing with us at Eco-Kids Tuesday. I hope you stop by again today! http://likemamalikedaughter.blogspot.com/2013/03/stamping-fun-at-eco-kids-tuesday.html
ReplyDeleteThis is such a fabulous idea! Just wanted to let you know that this will be featured at Someday Crafts tomorrow. Be sure to stop by and check it out!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! Thanks for sharing this over on Tuesday Greens and showing folks how to use things that you already have to upcycle them into another form.
ReplyDeleteThis is so smart! Thank you for sharing this great tutorial. I wanted to let you know that I have added this project to my What Can You Make with a Pair of Socks Round Up. If you would rather I delete your project from this round up please let me know.
ReplyDeleteThanks and have a fabulous Day!