030 of 366 || Restore
Since Mindy was able to cop 1985 Red and White I's for a good price compared to what the seller was asking for, I decided to restore them. For as long as I can remember, I always had certain techniques to restore sneakers but never actually went one hundred percent through with it. I mean we all have our secrets, but I'll try and provide what best works. Pretty much only did some deep cleaning and got rid of the yellowing on the sole. I am only working on the right pair to show a comparison of a before and after with the left shoe. The only major flaw I see that I would have a hassle and difficult time would be one, the heel major heel drag. While cleaning the right pair, I wanted to take out the insole to clean it as well as remove the odor, but in that process, it was pulling on the sole itself so I left it alone. It feels like I can poke a hole through it so I plan to actually provide and support and cushion system to it. Two; the left pair by the toe box has its stitching ripped off. I can either glue or restitching it. I plan to actually restitching it, this way, it looks more natural and last for a longer period of time. Other than that, I am really excited and looking forward to see what how well I bring back this classic sneaker.
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