Penny Simmons

How to

Polish Shoes

A good shoe polishing technique will not only make your shoes look great, it will also extend their life. Learning how to polish your own shoes will give you a great sense of satisfaction and save you a lot of money over...

How to

Wash Shoes in a Washing Machine

If your shoes have become extra dirty or smelly, you may be able to refresh them in the washing machine. Canvas or pleather shoes can easily be washed on the gentle cycle and then air-dried. Don’t wash leather shoes, f...

The 4 Best Ways to Clean White Shoes

A quick and easy guide to cleaning white shoes or sneakers of any materialWhite shoes are stylish and bright when they’re new and clean, but they can easily get dirty from normal wear and tear. Luckily, it’s super ea...

How to

Clean Rubber on Shoes

Discoloration of the rubber on your shoes is often caused by a buildup of dirt and grime, and while it may make them look worn to you, you can revitalize your shoes with a bit of effort. Cleaning the rubber soles on your...

How to

Stretch New Shoes

If you've ever bought a pair of shoes that were too small, you probably didn't wear them long before you started wondering if there was a way to stretch them. While you can't change your shoe much more than a quarter- to...

The Best Ways to Clean Suede Shoes without Ruining Them

Refresh the look of your sneakers, boots, and dress shoes with or without suede shampooYou love the soft and velvety look of your new suede shoes, but when they get scuffed or stained? Not so much. Even though suede is...

How to

Polish Boots

Whether you are performing routine maintenance or reviving your favorite pair of leather boots, knowing the correct way to polish them will have them looking almost brand-new in no time. By collecting all of the necessar...

How to

Fix Painful Shoes

Certain shoes can be painful to wear, but they do not always have to be. Before you subject yourself to the torture of aching, chafed, and blistered feet, try some of the tips and tricks outlines in this article. Keep in...

How to Clean Dirty Crocs at Home

Wash and refresh any kind of Crocs, including white, leather, and moreCrocs are as convenient and easy to clean as they are to wear. Their signature foam material sheds grime and stains with no problem, so long as you k...

How to

Fix Cracked Leather Shoes

When leather shoes dry out, cracks begin to form. These cracks aren’t technically fixable because the damage can’t be reversed, but you can recondition the leather. Before attempting to treat a crack, clean the shoes...

How to

Stretch Your Shoes With Ice

'Have you ever bought shoes that happened to be a tad too small but it was too late to return them? Before wear your tight shoes out and about and give yourself painful blisters, try using ice to stretch out your shoes ...

How to

Widen Leather Shoes

While leather shoes naturally stretch with wear and shape to your feet, when they're new, they can feel tight and painful. Speeding up the stretching process can be done, and a few suggested ways are presented here.

The Best Way to Clean Shoes in the Washing Machine and by Hand

A guide to cleaning sneakers, leather or suede dress shoes & moreNo matter what kind of lifestyle you lead, your shoes will inevitably get dirty. Luckily, a simple cleaning and toss in the washing machine can remove exce...

How to

Stretch Canvas Shoes

Canvas shoes are comfortable, cheap, and versatile. However, they can be narrow in the toes when you first buy them, so breaking them in takes effort and patience. You can stretch canvas shoes with DIY methods such as us...

The Best Ways to Clean Birkenstock Shoes, Straps, & Footbeds

Expert care advice for removing stains and maintaining your shoesOnce you've worn your Birkenstocks for a while, you probably started noticing that they look a little dirty. Can you wash Birkenstocks? Not in the washin...

How to

Remove Wrong Shoe Polish

Polishing your shoes is a great way to keep them looking shiny and new. However, if you use the wrong color polish on your shoes, it can make them look stained or dirty. Luckily, you can remove wrong-colored shoe polish ...

How to

Break in Patent Leather Shoes

Patent leather shoes, with their distinctive gleam, make a striking and fun addition to any wardrobe. Modern patent leather shoes get their shine from a thin coating of plastic over the leather. Unfortunately, this plast...

How to

Give Your Parade Shoes That Mirror Finish

Have a formal parade coming up? Or simply a kit inspection? Is your parade shoes not shiny enough? No worries, just follow these simple steps and have the best shoes in you contingent or corp.

How to

Stretch Shoes Lengthwise

While there are many ways to make a too-tight pair of shoes better conform to your feet, increasing the amount of room you have from heel to toe is a little trickier. It may be doable, however, if you have a shoe stretch...

How to

Clean Dress Shoes

A gleaming pair of dress shoes can add a great finishing touch to your outfit for a wedding, a night out on the town, or even a day at the office. Dirty, scuffed up dress shoes just don’t have the same impact. Fortu...