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How to waterproof cloth shoes

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In Hawaii, rain is extremely common, especially on the Windward side of Oahu. Showers come and go, or a blue sky can quickly turn into rain clouds. For some, this can be bad news for fabric shoes. Help is on the way! As easy as 1, 2, 3, you can prepare your shoes for running through the rain from class to class.Supplies needed: your shoes, a candle (white is best) and a blow dryer1. Rub the candle all over the shoes, completely covering the cloth part with wax.2. Turn the blow dryer on high heat and blow the shoes till the wax melts into the cloth.3. Wait a few minutes to cool off and your done!To make sure the whole shoe is covered with wax, pour some water onto it. The water should sit on top of the shoe; any part of the shoe that water seeps through needs more wax.Uploaded May 22, 2015
Writer: Jessica Everette