No matter whether you’re all about the ballet flat, love a strappy pair of sandals, or are always looking for color-blocked height, we’re guessing that you like a good pair of shoes. But if lately you find yourself looking at the bottom of your closet longing for something a little more one-of-a-kind, a bit more creative, we can help. It’s the perfect time to DIY! Here are 25 inventive ways to deck out your kicks, from jeweled heels to neon sneaks and everything in between.

1. Gold Tipped Ballet Flats: We created these lucky flats for St. Patrick’s Day, but they’re pretty fly all year round. (via Brit + Co)

2. Studded Converse: Add a little punk to your favorite pair of Chucks. (via Brit + Co)

3. Spiked Heels: Roar! These are fierce and a little bit dangerous. Don’t mess. (via Brit + Co)

4. Red Saddle Shoes: Saddle shoes are cute, but we’re especially digging this red-and-white take on the classic. (via A Beautiful Mess)

5. Color Blocked Heels: Maybe you just want a pop of color? Use spray paint to add a color blocked heel to any pair of Mary Janes or Oxfords. (via Brit + Co)

6. Studded Sandals: Take a basic pair of flat sandals and stud ’em up! (via Brit + Co)

7. Laced Heels: Are your favorite heels getting a little stretched out? Or you just want to change things up? Add laces! (via Brit + Co)

8. Leather Fringe: Adding some fringed flair to your flat sandals is definitely a good idea. (via Brit + Co)

9. Neon Converse: Using VELCRO Brand ONE-WRAP Brights, we created a new take on the old-school no-laces sneak. (via Brit + Co)

10. Pom-Pom Shoe Clip: Bookmark this for holiday parties, Christmas morning, and St. Patrick’s Day. (via Lovely Indeed)

11. Glitter Heels: All that glitters is gold, after all. (via Brit + Co)

12. String Stripes: Another take on tricked out sandals. All we did to customize these was wrap hemp cord around the central strap. (via Brit + Co)

13. DIY Belted Boots: Finally, a fun way to belt old or worn out boots! (via Brit + Co)

14. Sandal Trim Hacks: Satin bows and trims for all! Tie the excess ribbon in your hair or around your beach bag and you’ll be perfectly coordinated. (via Brit + Co)

15. Gold Glitter Star Boots: These boots were made for walking, and that’s just what they’ll do. (via A Beautiful Mess)

16. Kate Spade New York Sandals: These sold out as soon as they launched and we’re still not over it. Luckily, making your own is a cinch. (via Brit + Co)

17. DIY Shoe Appliqués: Bring a little pizzaz to your work-friendly shoes. All your coworkers will be abuzz. (via The House That Lars Built)

18. DIY Fuzzy Slippers: You can never have enough comfy things to slip into once you get home. (via Brit + Co)

19. Metallic Shoe Update: Take your school-days loafers from drab to fab with a quick coat of spray paint in time for your next party. (via The Glitter In My Tea)

20. Rhinestone Slider Sandals: You have no excuse not to adorn your feet with this stunning slides. (via Club Crafted)

21. Embroidered Converse: Bring new life to your tired sneaks with embroidery thread and some fun patterns. (via Brit + Co)

22. Embellished Heels: Flair isn’t just for your jean jacket. (via JojoTastic)

23. Springy Pom Sandal: These flirty sandals will turn heads no matter where you go. (via A Beautiful Mess)

24. Removable Tassel Pom Shoe Clips: Don’t let one pair have all the fun. With these removable clips, you can change it up whenever you want. (via Sarah Hearts)

25. Floral Embroidered Shoes: Adding a pop of floral beauty to your street shoes.. (via Paper & Stitch)

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(Additional reporting by Anjelika Temple)

Anjelika Temple
As Chief Creative Officer and Founding Partner at Brit + Co, Anjelika Temple brings her voracious consumption of all things creative and colorful to DIY projects, geeky gadgetry finds and more. When she's not DIY-ing her heart out, you'll find her throwing dinner parties with friends or adventuring with her husband David, their daughter Anokhi, and their silly dog Turkey.