All this Spring weather has us busting out our sneakers. If you’re looking for something a little more fun than your basic shoe, try some of these DIY projects and make a personalized pair!

Missoni striped sneakers from Refinery 29

These are super easy, and you’ve likely got all the materials around the house already: stiff paper, markers, a ruler, a pencil and some scissors. Once you’ve made the zigzag stencil, why not throw some stripes on a few other items, too?

Glitter Sneakers from Love, Maegan & Honestly, WTF

These will definitely put a Spring spring in your step. Mix up the colours or texture of the glitter for even more pop. Honestly, WTF’s version are a bit less messy to make, so keep that in mind if you co-habitate with cranky people.

Nautical, Prada-inspired platforms by A Pair & A Spare

These are perfect for summer, on-trend with the current platform craze, and have a polished feel.

Sequined sneakers from Stripes & Sequins

Add some sparkle to your sneakers without going full-on glitter. You can adapt this to add as many or as few sequins as you like!

Studded Converse from Chictopia

Add a little edge to classic kicks with some silver studs. 

Mink Tongues from In(decorous) Taste

Make a luxe transition from winter to spring with these soft-tongued sneaks.

How to Paint Shoes from Dweam

The basics: how to transform your shoes using paint and paintbrushes