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It hasn't happened yet, but when the weather starts to warm up, socks and shoes disappear! Nowhere does this happen as quickly as in Canada! That's when we might get to see some pretty jewelry on feet.
Basic anklets are really just larger bracelets. But add a simple toe ring and beaded extensions to join it to the anklet, you get Indian-style foot jewelry! Perfect for pretty bare feet or even at beach weddings. That's why these are also called barefoot or beach sandals. Other names include toe or foot thongs.
The Beading Emporium has a wonderful wire and bead Summer Fun Summer Sandals design by Judy Markwell. This project requires some wire work experience.
If you're not keen on so much wire work or prefer simpler styles, then try missnye's How to Make Beaded Foot Jewelry for The Beach design tutorial. The beading elastic used makes it easy for the wearer. The elastic also has enough give so measuring the foot accurately is less critical.
Another variation is the Caribbean Foot Jewelry by Makingfriends.com.
Veryirie's How to Make Toe Thongs tutorial is different in that single chain crochet is applied to the colored elastic cording. The beaded accent hides the knot which separates the toe loop from the ankle one.
Bead work enthusiasts should head over to About.com's Beautiful Beaded Barefoot Sandals tutorial by Emily Hackbarth.
More Inspirational Designs
Image by Brave Heart via Flickr
Image by catchesthelight via FlickrBesides the beach, some dancers also like their toe thongs. Capezio FootUndeez was conceived as foot lingerie! They do have a practical purpose - the cushioned undersides protect the balls of the feet while dancing barefoot. They come in all kinds of colors. Shown here is the Rhinestone version!
More Foot Inspired Jewelry
- Toe Rings to Help You Lose Weight
- Body Jewelry Piercings in Strange Places
- Bling for Shoes and Accessories - Inspirations and Tutorials
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Original Post by THE BEADING GEM
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What lovely designs. Wish my toes looked like that. I guess the idea is that you need to go barefoot with these designs.
ReplyDeleteJust in time for summer craft shows! Thanks, Pearl! I was looking for something different to add to my designs and this is the ticket!
ReplyDeleteSuper ideas!!! I'm thinking those would make even not so pretty feet look better. I particularly liked the "toe panty"!! lol
ReplyDeleteTimely post Pearl and perfect for the summer festivals - thanks
ReplyDeleteTHIS is such a cool post! I remember having a beaded footie as a teenager, so this brings back memories. I guess we will be seeing a comeback after this incredible article! Thanks Pearl!
ReplyDeleteBeaded footie? That's a cute alternative name!
ReplyDeleteI love this kind of jewelry but .. I really don't like feet. I mean - it just seems like the people whose feet you would never want to see are the ones who decorate them.
ReplyDeletePearl, Nice collections of foot jewelry tutorials. Checking them out now.
ReplyDeleteThank you, cant wait to make some!
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