Tag Archives: sneakers

Goodbye, Favorite Shoes! Hello… Happy Feet?

I put my favorite pair of sneakers in the trash today. Now I’m sad. They were New Balance slip-on sneakers — no laces to tie when I was running late, just slip my feet in and keep moving. Perfect for wearing to my part time job at the cats-only boarding facility, because they were so easy to put on and take off (we change into scrubs when we get to work and change back when the shift is over — another place where not having to tie shoes is SO handy). But after more than a year of being my … Continue reading →

Shoe Saver Ideas

Want to keep your shoes and sneakers looking great? You’ll be less tempted to buy new ones before the old ones wear out if you keep them clean and attractive. These ideas work especially well for kids sneakers, since kids tend to be really hard on their footwear. Ever tried to get play dough or gum off of their shoes? Some show saver ideas involve proper maintenance. Here are some tips you can use to save those shoes. For the play dough or gum problem, or just general scuff marks, try using a tablespoon of a “soft scrub” type cleanser. … Continue reading →

Make Your Shoes Last Longer

If you want to save money on shoes, you can start with doing things to make them last longer. The less often you have to replace your shoes, the less money you will spend. Me? I’m hardly a shoe fanatic. While I like looking nice, I tend to go “under-board” on shoes. One of the ways I get away with this is by buying shoes in classic styles and then taking very good care of them, so they will last for years. Let’s start with sneakers. Sneakers tend to get a lot of abuse. I use mine both for everyday … Continue reading →