Dressing Up Flip Flops!

Flip Flops!  I live in them about 4 months out of the year, which is strange considering I only have about 3 pairs. 

A few weeks ago, I pinned this cute idea on dressing up a pair of flip flops with ribbon and decided I had to give it a try. 

My daughter and I bought flip flops at Michael's for under $3 bucks.  We also purchased from their dollar section 3 spools of matching ribbon and1 spool of larger ribbon each.  We found the glittery buttons for $2.00.  For approximately $8.00, I have this classy flip flop to wear.

I do have several recommendations that may make this an easier project for you. 

1.  Use a good fabric double-sided ribbon.  I used a waxy, single-sided ribbon.  It took a while to get the braiding down so that the white underside did not show.

2.  I would recommend not only gluing the ribbon on the flip flop but add a few stitches to secure the ribbon permanently to the flip flop.   Do the same for the bow.  Stitch it to the shoe. 

3.  I think I would also recommend shortening the link of the ribbons that make up the bow by at least an inch each.  I cannot see my toes at all when I have them on.

Things I changed because (hey, I never follow a recipe or pattern completely): 

1.  I only used three 7 inch ribbons on the second bow. 

2.  I also reverse the second bow's ribbons to its solid side for contrast.