How to Repair the Broken Toe Strap of a Fabric Sandal

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Description: This guide will demonstrate how to re-attach a...

Steps:

1. Draw a rectangle on the bottom of the sandal that centers the hole of the toe strap.

2. Slice through three connecting sides at the bottom of the rectangle using a box cutter.
3. Keep your fingers away from the box cutter to avoid injury.
4. Create shallow slices to avoid cutting through the sandal.

5. Insert a toothpick into the bottom slit.
6. Use the toothpick as a lever to wedge open the flap.
7. Use an extra toothpick if the first one breaks.

8. Slide the toe strap through the hole of the sandal until you feel resistance.

9. Flatten the toe strap against the insole of the sandal.

10. Apply the glue to the toe strap and inside the flap of the sandal.
11. Wear protective gloves to avoid skin irritation.

12. Close the sole flap.
13. Press the flap down until it is even with the sole of the sandal.

14. Use the trigger clamp to tightly press the flap against the sandal.

15. Tighten the trigger clamp by squeezing the trigger.
16. Leave the trigger clamp on the sandal to dry overnight.

17. Remove the trigger clamp by pressing the quick-release button.

18. Pour rubbing alcohol onto a paper towel.
19. Rub the paper towel over the shoe to remove pencil marks and excess glue.