With the warm weather on the horizon, there's no better time to start switching up your shoes with some summer kicks, and these DIY sneaker activities are offering up some fun ways to add some personalized touches that are sure to stand out in any crowd.
While purchasing new shoes form the store is a great way to add some variety to your footwear collection, DIY approaches offer cost-effective alternatives that allow you to easily put your own spin on classic designs. From activities that showcase how to add LED lights to traditional high-tops to those that feature exotic accents and artistic involvement, these DIY sneaker activities will definitely revamp any old pair of kicks with more creatively unique touches.
20 DIY Sneaker Activities
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Parisian Graphic Sneakers
Stylist Robert Verdi Customizes Vans to Look like Hermes Scarves
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Customizable Shoe Toys
The Delroy Dennisur Stance Project Brings DIY Artistry to Sneaker Culture
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Flamboyant DIY Spring Sneakers
A Beautiful Mess DIY Sneakers Add Spring to Your Step
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DIY Milky Way Kicks
The Goth Reform Space Vans Tutorial Rocks Your Old Sneakers in a New Way
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Sneaker Decals
Funkkit Stickers4Sneakers Skins Let You Customize Your Kicks on the Fly
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Studded Sneaks
Kettle Black Converse Shoes Capitalize on the Studded Dud Style
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Sneaker Science Labs
The Nike 78 Project Gives Artists Free Reign Over Shoe Redesign
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DIY Crystal-Encrusted Kicks
This Crafty Project Turns an Average Pair of Shoes into a Sleek Design
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Exotic DIY Shoe Accents
Add Animal Print to Any Pair of Sneakers with This Simple DIY Guide
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DIY Nautical Floral Sneakers
Make a Fun Summery Statement with This One-Of-A-Kind DIY Sneaker
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Custom Shoe Redesigns
Sneakers Addicts Gives Tips on How to Personalize Your Nike Air Max 1's
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DIY Canvas Kicks
Show Off Your Designer Skills on the Stance Collection
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Cardboard Sneakers
I HAVE POP Creates Shoes Made Out Boxes
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Blank Canvas Kicks
The Design Your Own Keds Project Lets You Mix It Up
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Papercraft Sneaker Campaigns
The DIY Cutout Shoe is a Clever Interactive Ad for the Adidas ZX
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Funky Fruity Footwear
Dancretul Creates Custom DIY Orange Peel Adidas Sneakers
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Customized Sneaker Art
Marcus Tremonto Remixes the Nike Zoom Force-1 Boots
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Beloved Kick Facelifts
The JGoods Sneaker Restoration Kit Makes Something Old New Again
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DIY Light-Up Kicks
Converse Shoe Designs Will Look Even Cooler with Light Installations
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DIY LED High-Tops
Light Up Sneakers Will Jolt Up Your Ensemble with Electricity
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This Cute DIY Shoes Tutorial Teaches How to Dye Sneakers at Home
31 Creative Cardboard Spaces
From Cardboard Cat Houses to Luxury Paper Pop-Ups
DIY Tin Can Pumps
The 'Pringle of Scotland' Metal Heels are Urban Chic
Neo-Nomad Photography
The New Gypsies by Iain McKell Show an Alternative Lifestyle
Twitter High-Tops
Daniel Reese Customized Sneakers Feature Pop Culture Heavyweights
Sock-Like Sneakers
The Nike Free Flyknit Grips the Foot Like a Sock
Finger Trap-Inspired Sneakers
These Bright Nike Running Shoes Emulate a Chinese Finger Trap
Street-Racing Gamer Fashion
The EA x Adidas Originals are Feeling the Need for Speed
Barefoot-Mimicking Footwear
The AdiPure Training Shoes are Perfect for Avid Runners
44 Gladiator-Inspired Shoe Styles
Spartan Shoes From Strappy Stilettos to Greek God Sneakers
Rainbow-Colored Runners
Nike's Flyknit Racer and HTM Shoes are Vibrantly Knitted Fashion Styles
DIY Glistening Rope Lamps
Light Glistens Between the Lines of These Rope Lamps by Hobby Design
Sock-Like Sneakers (UPDATE)
The Nike Free Flyknit 2013 Launch Collection is Like a Second Skin
Shipping Package Kicks
These Civic Duty Shoes Were Created From Fedex Envelopes
Thrifty Geometric-Patterned Pumps
Fashion Magazine Recreates the Prada Fall 2012 DIY Platform
Metallic Rainbow-Colored Sneakers
The JS Wings Hologram Shoes are Vibrantly Wild
Hawaiian-Printed Plimsolls
Nike Solarsoft Moccasins are Ready to Run in Vacation Destinations
Brazen Print Kicks
The Marimekko x Converse 2013 S/S Sneaker Collection is Bold
Ape Athletic Kicks
The BAPE x Adidas Originals 2011 Sneakers are Finally Unveiled
Faded Female Kicks
These Nike Pre Montreal Racers Brighten Up Women's Workout Attire
DIY Milky Way Kicks
The Goth Reform Space Vans Tutorial Rocks Your Old Sneakers in a New Way
DIY Frosted Supply Jars
The 'Glacier Jar' Will Add a Unique Personal Touch to Your Work Station
Grid-Like Shoe Exhibits
'SNEAKEROLOGY' by Espionage Displays Sneakers Similar to a Museum
Vibrantly Knitted Runners
The Nike Lunar 1 Kicks Use Flyknit Technology to Help Athletes Soar
Summery Sneaker Revivals
The Nike Air Max 95 Sunset Pack is Sure to Appeal to the Kick Connoisseur
Edgy Floral Ribbon Shoes
These DIY Black Ribbon Accents Add Fierce Feminine Touches to Any Shoe
Superior Spring-Like Sneakers
The Adidas Springblade Offers Unparalleled Running Performance
Throwback Hollywood Kicks
Nike Cortez Classic OG Leather Brings Back the 'Forrest Gump' Sneakers
High-Top Hipster Kicks
The Supreme Vans Chukka Summer 2011 Shoe Collection is Color-Charged
Doughboy Skate Kicks
MoCA x Lance Mountain x Nike SB Blazer Celebrates a Successful Partnership
Honorary Rapper Leather Sneakers
The Big Sean x Adidas Originals Shoes are Limited to 380 Pairs
Fishy Footwear
The Nike 78 Aquarium Shoe by Weiden + Kennedy is Beyond Belief
Luminous Street Sneakers
The Adidas Originals Forest Hills Shoe Boasts Sheen & Classic Style
14 Iron Man Fashion Styles
These are the Perfect Iron Man Accessories to Wear to the Premiere
16 Swarovski Footwear Innovations
From Luxe Glittering Kicks to Bedazzled Rainbow Heels
DIY Floral Necklaces
This Activity Uses Real Flowers to Make a Beautifully Unique Accessory Piece
Luminous Reptile Runners
Slither Your Feet into the 'atmos x adidas' Originals ZX8000
Vibrant Zippered Footwear
These Opening Ceremony Sneakers are a Stunning Edition to any Collection
Gladiator Sneakers
Nike Gladiateur Kicks it Crazy Old-School With Modern Twist on Warrior Shoes
DIY Buzzworthy Shoe Accents
This Simple Activity Turns a Pair of Flats into a Summery Design
Energy-Enhancing Sneakers
Adidas Boost Running Shoes Increase Speed and Bounce
Chicken Pox Print Kicks
These Converse Polka Dot Sneakers Also Feature Flannel Stripes
Luxury Studded Shoes
The Christian Louboutin Studded Hightop Sneaker Makes an Edgy Statement
Golden Boarder Gear
The American Eagle Zoom Force 1 Snowboarding Boot is Inspired by Anime
Haute Metallic Footwear
The Teyana Taylor Adidas Originals Combine Urban Flavor with Haute Style
Chic Tyvek Footwear
These Civic Duty Recyclable Sneakers Make Use of Packaging Material
Eco-Friendly Ghetto Blasters
The Smart Boombox is Made Out of Cardboard and Wood
Highlighter-Hued Tennis Kicks
The Supreme x Nike SB Collaboration Introduces Four New Shoes
Vibrant Easter Sneakers
The Nike Basketball 2013 Easter Footwear Collection is Vivacious
Facially Featured Collections
Joanna Pybus Designs Fantastic Fashions With Dramatically Large Eyes
Seaside Skate Sneakers
The Vans California Vintage Anchors Shoe Makes a Stylish Splash this Season
20 Keds Kicks
From Furried Footwear to Patent Leather Sneakers
Vintage Computer Company Sneakers
These Apple Branded Shoes are Straight Out of the 90s
Earth Day Kick Displays
Nike SB Dunk High Skunks Set To Drop
Heroic Sneaker Prints
These DC Comics Shoes by Converse Feature Batman, Joker & Superman
Romantic Running Shoes
The Nike Valentine's Day 2011 Pack Features Sketched Patterns
Punk Rock-Branded Shoes
Relive Green Day’s American Idiot with These Punk Rock Sneakers
Beer-Branded Footwear
Pro-Keds Royal CVO Sneakers Receive a Pabst Blue Ribbon Makeover
Paisley-Camo Kicks
The Liberty x Nike Air Force 1 Downtown Pack Triple Boosts Your Style
Zebra Print Skate Kicks
The Stylishly Subtle Stussy x Vans Sk8-Hi Hurricane is Fashionably Simple
Blinding Aqua Kicks
The Nike Air Force 1 Bespoke by Koizumi is a Vibrant Piece of Footwear
Cord-Tied Designer Kicks
Y-3 SS 2012 Sneaker Collection Gears Up for the Coming Year
Nested Seedling Packaging
Eggrow by Kevin Craft Contains Lush Life within a Ceramic Shell
Textural Geometric Footwear
The Nike WMNS Roshe Run Metric Performs Well in Style
DIY Dinosaur Wall Art
This Adorable DIY Dinosaur Art Project is Perfect for Children
Haute Highlighter Kicks
The Asics Gel Lyte 3 Neon Pack is Highlighter-Inspired
British Transit Lookbooks
The Slam City Skates 2013 S/S Collection Takes Over London
Woolen Street Kicks
Adidas Originals Stan Smith II 'Fleece' Ups Comfort Levels for Footwear
Distressed Denim Sneakers
The Aloha Rag 20th Converse Shoe is Zipped With Style
Shiny Shimmering Sneakers
The All Star Ani-Metallic Hi Shoe Boasts Glamorous Street Style
Eccentric Japanese High Tops
The Converse Japan 2013 Collection Features Flowers, Sand and Stripes
Funky Amphibian Footwear
The Superstar II Kermit the Frog Sneakers are Bold
Mini Sneaker Necklaces
MERYSTACHE is Making Detailed Accessories Suitable for Shoe Lovers
Folded Cardboard Furnishings
Chairigami Provides Seating with Papercraft-Inspired Designs
Accordion Eco Cartons
This Chocolate Ecopack Concept is Light on the Earth and Generous on Dessert
Luxury Leopard Shoes
The Christian Louboutin Leopard Sneakers are Jungle Chic
Vibrant Athletic Tee Designs
The Nike T-Shirt Designs for 2013 are Bold and Visually Appealing
Scaly Serpent Sneakers
The Year of the Snake Pack Adds an Upscale Touch to an Old Classic
Shirt Fabric Kicks
The KEDS 2010 Spring/Summer Collection Makes Feet the Focus
Daring Denim Sneakers
Ronnie Fieg Teams Up With ASICS on Selvedge Gel Lyte III
Sophisticated Suede Skate Shoes
The New Vans Pritchard Shoe is an Edgy Twist to the Classic Kicks
DIY Spring Scented Suds
The Homemade Lemon Herb Soap by Sincerely Kinsey is Fresh
High-End High-Tops
These Fendi Active High-Top Sneakers are Ultra Stylish
Self-Assembled Shoes
The Creo Shoe Concept Lets You Sew and Stitch Your Shoes Together
Completely Recyclable Compartments
The Reinhard Deines 'Dickens' Bookshelf is Sustainably Chic
Refined Skateboard Shoes
The Vans Authentic Italian Leather is Perfect for Sharply Dressed Skaters
Suave Suede Sports Kicks
The Nike Air Ralston Mid Lite Goes for a Stylish Formal Look
Luminious Tangerine Kicks
Play Ball in the Blake Griffin Hyperdunk 2011 Sneakers
Patriotic Charity Sneakers
The Air Jordan I Retro DW is Designed by Artist Dave White
Funky Fruity Footwear
Dancretul Creates Custom DIY Orange Peel Adidas Sneakers
DIY Delectable Fruit Decor
This Activity Lets You Make Vibrant Decorations from Tissue Paper
Smoky Sapphire Kicks (UPDATE)
Get a Full Look at the Adidas adiPower Howard
Wickedly Woven Sneakers
The Missoni Converse Chuck Taylor Exudes Bohemian Luxury & Style
Holographic Shoe Advertisements
Nike Executes Street Ads That Showcase Footwear Using 3D Displays
Printed Cartoon Sneakers
These Retro Converse Kicks Pay Homage to a Great Canadian Game
2D Cartoon Lamp Illustrations
Hexalights by Marcus Tremonto are Colorful Cubes of Light
Reptilian Holiday Shoes
The Adidas Superstar 80s Chinese New Year Sneakers Slither
Hip Fleece Footwear
The Vans 2011 Alomar Line Boasts Classic Style & Diverse Materials
Ultra Suave Golf Kicks
The Nike Lunar Control Shoe Proves You Can Look Good on the Green
Adaptable Pouch Racks
The Paper-Bag Hanger Transforms to Suspend the Clothes it Once Carried
DIY Dinosaur Designs
Create Your Own Prehistoric Creature with the Cardboard T-Rex Kit
Iconic Paper Sneakers
These Toy Nikes by Alexander Hughes are a Shoe-Lover's Dream
Packaged Intangible Objects
Chris Ferrante Boxes Light, Shadow and Reflection
Test Pattern Sneakers
The Reebok Affili'Art Collection Contrasts Dark Uppers With Vibrant Soles
Custom Multi-Hued Kicks
The Nike Air Force 1 Bespoke Gets a Facelift from Harajuku
Blushing Camouflaged Sneakers
These Nike Lunar Force 1 Shoes Have a Vibrant and Lightweight Design
Commerative Rock Album Kicks
Pearl Jam x Vans Classics Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of 'Ten'
Old School Shoe Tributes
The Air Jordan CP3.III Pays Homage to the Original Court Sneaker
Fabulous Floral Sneakers
The Nike Roshe Run GPX ‘Floral Pack’ Brings Some Beauty to Ru
Conceptual Artist Kicks
The KedsWhitney Collection Team Up with Artist Jenny Holzer
Bold Typography Sneakers
The JS P-Letters Shoe by Jeremy Scott Boast Blown-Up Branding
Understated Irish-Inspired Sneakers
These St Patrick’s Day Converse are a Limited Edition De
Classic Cartoon Character Kicks
Celebrate Looney Tunes with the Air Jordan VIII Bugs Bunny Shoes
Polka Dot Footwear
Twist and Shout with the 50s-Inspired Keds Champion Soda Pop Collection
Reptilian Hoop Kicks
Air Jordan 2.0 Brings the Wild Side to Basketball Footwear
Empire State Hoop Kicks
Nike Air Flight Maestro Plus 'Knicks' Wears NYC B-Ball Colors Proudly
Jack-O'-Lantern Kicks
The Spitfire Vans TNT 5 Sneaker for Men is Halloween-Inspired
Warped Leather Sneakers
The Sick 'Twisted Leather Hi-Tops' by Alexander McQueen for Puma
DIY Light-Up Kicks
Converse Shoe Designs Will Look Even Cooler with Light Installations
Snazzy Zebra Sneakers
These Kamikaze's Revenge Shoes From Supra are Super Fierce
Modernized Sneaker Re-interpretations
The Adidas 'Conductor Hi-Defense' Shoes Are Re-makes
Easternized Footwear
Nike Women's Qi Pao Pack Channels Cheongsams
Old School Rap-Inspired Sneaks
The Pro-Keds Biz Markie 69er Lo Has Got What You Need
Comfortably Fierce Kicks
The Keds x Neiman Marcus Sneakers Feature Leopard Print
Partying Puppet Kicks
The Adidas Original Animal is Perfect for Fans of the Muppet Band
Hand-Dyed Indigo Kicks
The Exclusive Tenue de Nimes x Converse Chuck Taylor Glows Refreshingly
Paisley Print Shoes
The 1970 Keds Century Collection is Punchy and Psychedelic
Stark Ghostlike Sneakers
The Givenchy Scratch Sneaker Embraces a Futuristic Velcro Design
Vintage Euro Kicks
Adidas Originals Kopenhagen 2011 Gives a Makeover to a Classic Shoe
Slick Reptilian Kicks
The Louis 'Python Crystal' Sneakers are for Those With an Exotic Taste
Beatboxing Dance Shoes
The Adidas Mega Shuffle Promotes the Original Mega Shoe Line
Couture Sportswear Hybrids
Highsnobiety Shoots Pairs Stella McCartney With Nike