Now, it's kinda cool...I guess. Not so much for me, I decided. I don't want them to be so specific in what I'd be able to wear them with, the fold over tongue just isn't my thing. There is such a thing as too much tongue!
So, I chopped it off (in each shoe, of course).
And I tested out how it would look simply by layering the cutoff portion behind the remaining part...works for me!
Here's how it would look on the back.
I determined I'd need to shorten them about an inch more so that they'd be the perfect length.
Then I zigzagged around the edges, creating new, shorter tongues.
And now, they are just right :) I've actually been looking out for another pair of gray Converse to thrift or buy on clearance, but then thought, really? This is such an easy fix!!! Glad I came to my senses ;)
They still have the little snap button on the sides, which will stay as they are. And I haven't moved the label from the inside of the tongues, but I'll have to (as they scratch my feet a bit).
Peace,
Andrea
Make some cute bows or flowers and put 1/2 of a snap on them. Then, you could customize them as your mood dictates! :D Nice simple fix and I'm betting you'll get a ton of use out of them now.
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas, Terra! Definitely getting more use as I've already worn them ;)
DeleteThis was a great read! They turned out fantastic, so much cleaner and classic!
ReplyDeleteSilvia
Well, thank you, Silvia :) I appreciate you stopping by!
DeleteHmmm... yes, that was a bit too much tongue there! Love the new look, plus there's that stud on the side that gives it a cool factor.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Agy :)
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