Frugal Shoe Stretch
By Pam from L.A., CA
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RE: Frugal Shoe Stretch
I use body spray from the dollar store to spray shoes inside and out, then wear until dry. Spray suede shoes inside only. I have a hammer toe on one foot, and shoes usually fit except over that toe. This works since the main ingredient is alcohol. And your shoes smell good too.
Post by Omanana
RE: Frugal Shoe Stretch
Rose Anne,
I too know your father's trick. Although uncomfortable, as the shoe, boot, etc. dries, the leather conforms to the shape of your foot as though custom made for you, making them fit like a glove.
Post by indianlady
RE: Frugal Shoe Stretch
Magic Wrinkle Remover (for clothes) works by using the same directions as used to be listed on the back of the shoe stretch cans:
Spray. Wear until dry. Repeat as necessary.
You can find it in the laundry aisle of most stores, hanging out with or near the Downey wrinkle remover. The Magic brand (think Faultless spray starch) is an aerosol can (Downey isn't).
Post by phermes
RE: Frugal Shoe Stretch
I tried this a number of years ago. I believe I read it somewhere.
It was on a pair of leather cowboy type shoes.
I poured neatsfoot oil(this is an oil that is used on the leather to soften new saddles) inside the shoes, a tablespoon or so in each shoe and spread it around to coat the inner leather, then I put plastic bags on my feet over a pair of socks. I then walked around the house in the shoes. I did this several days in a row. It works beautifully.
Post By dot (Guest Post)
RE: Frugal Shoe Stretch
think will try that with an OLD pair.and I'm one that will not even wear a good pair if raining . Got to change my ways of thinking ! thanks
Post by minymont
RE: Frugal Shoe Stretch
This is good, Pam. Thanks! My Dad swears by his years-old technique: wearing his new shoes/boots into the bathtub. (Yes, getting them totally absolutely soaking wet, inside and out.) He walks around in them whilst they dry. (Can you imagine anything more uncomfortable?) I much prefer your recommendation!
Cheers,
Rose Anne
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