From THRIFTED to TREASURED
turn old shoes into walking wearable art. 

You don’t need to be artistic - just curious and willing to PLAY.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

JOIN NOW!

Instead of tossing them, imagine giving your favorite pair of shoes a second life!

Comfortable, familiar, but too worn out to wear.

NOW ADD...

A splash of color...
A brushstroke of personality...
A playful spirit..

You'll create a pair of shoes that turns heads and makes you say,
“Thanks — I painted them myself.”

The skills to create a lifetime of designer footwear for less than the cost of one pair of new (boring, normal) shoes!

VIDEO LESSONS:
Learn at your own pace. You can pause, replay, and paint whenever you have time.

PRINTABLE TEMPLATES & DESIGN EXAMPLES: Practice before paint ever touches your shoes — no fear, no pressure.

COMPLETE SUPPLY LIST WITH LINKS: No guesswork or wasted money. You’ll know exactly what works and where to get it.

LONG-TERM ACCES: Start now or later — the lessons are always waiting for you.

LIVE ZOOM FASHION SHOW: The beta course will end with a shoe party as we show off our new wearable art!

Once the beta fills, registration will close so I can focus on the group inside.

BEFORE:
UGLY BUT SO COMFY!

AFTER:
AAAAHHH-MAZING!

You'll learn everything you need to know, STEP-by-STEP

  • Choosing the right shoes and materials 
  • Cleaning, priming, and base-coating 
  • Plan your design using our inspiration
  • Practice with printable templates 
  • Painting with confidence (even if you’re a beginner) 
  • Sealing and finishing for durability 

Student Work

You’ll leave with a pair of shoes you love, the confidence to paint more, and the joy of making something that’s completely yours.

Nope! This workshop is made for absolute beginners. You’ll get templates, examples, and clear instruction — no guessing required.

Canvas, leather, or fabric shoes work best. Avoid plastic or patent surfaces. You are encouraged to find a pair of thrifted shoes for your first project. We’ll go over your options in the first live Q&A.

You can’t really! Most mistakes are easy to fix, and you’ll learn how. We start with practice templates, so you’ll feel confident before painting your actual shoes. And remember - try it out on a pair of thrifted shoes first!

Yes — when sealed properly, your designs are flexible and weather-resistant. I’ll show you exactly how to make them wearable and durable. Although, we can't make any guarantees if you are really rough on your shoes!

Everything is recorded and added to your class portal. You can rewatch anytime.

Does this sound like you?

YES?

  • You’ve ever said, “I’m not artistic,” but secretly wished you were. 
  • You love creative projects but don’t want to invest in expensive tools or long courses. 
  • You want something fun, low-pressure, and genuinely satisfying to finish. 
  • You want to wear something that’s 100% unique — and made by you. 

NO?

  • You’re looking for an advanced surface design or fine-art class. 
  • You expect polished perfection on your first try. 
  • You don’t enjoy a bit of playful mess or experimentation. 

Meet Your Teacher: Lyric Montgomery Kinard

Lyric is an award winning textile artist with a passion for sparking the creativity that she knows each of her students possesses. With playful support and gentle encouragement she creates a classroom environment where discovery and joy are the products of a willingness to freely play and fearlessly learn.  

One of Lyric’s greatest joys is sharing that moment when a student realizes that they do, indeed, have a spark of creativity inside them. She then gives them the tools to fan that spark into a steady flame.  

As a recognition of her skill in the classroom she has been named the IAPQ Teacher of the Year for 2011. She is the author of the book Art + Quilt: design principles and creativity exercises. She has written extensively for Quilting Arts and a number of other magazines, appeared on Quilting Arts TV, and The Quilt Show, and is co-founder of the Global Quilt Connection.

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