6 MYTHS ABOUT CUSTOM SNEAKERS

DCF breaks down 6 of the most common myths about custom sneaker. Some of the topics included are how to paint your sneaker soles, using posca pens to customize, can custom shoes get wet, and do you need to know how to draw in order to customize?
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[@ifyouseekayou]

I started customizing back in 2013/14. I remember there weren’t many other customizers and very few who were willing to share their tips and secrets and it took a lot of trial and error. Happy to see there’s more customizers and ones who are knowledgeable and willing to share their knowledge! Keep up the great work!

[@axpect8983]

How would I paint/prep a black midsole/leather? Want some guidance before I start.

[@bigboycustoms9515]

i started with just the angelus basic kit and my moms acetone.

[@larrygordon3292]

@Marcus Johansson rad

[@1hero866]

@Marcus Johansson I’m dead 😂

[@cupidskickz1348]

Try to use a green sponge to wash dishes to remove the paint because acetone alone won't get rid of the paint and the paint will peel off and crack:)

[@jamesrucker2126]

You really helped me out A lot...just starting out and u really give me the tools to believe I can get it done...Thanks

[@saitakishikatsumi1817]

I wonder how you are doing?

[@lucasfleming2143]

The lone toothpick at the end😂good stuff

[@angel-nv8vp]

Thank you sensei 🙏 I’m just starting out and honestly I’ve learned so much from just ur videos keep it up 👍

[@Anees-ws7qc]

thanks for all the vidss youre are really helping people love the vids

[@charliehoven]

great video, thanks for helping me start my customizing journey

[@allanrouard]

Awesome video , as usual..! You really succeed in breaking paint's prejudices and it is very useful ! Keep goin'💥 Big up from France !🇨🇵

[@ambervanbronkhorst6684]

amazing vid, as always. Love your work! Keep it going man :)

[@feelartt3]

thanks for the help bro! you really inspired me to start and customize shoes! :D

[@angellahodge608]

U always come thru with the info🤘🏾💯

[@bccapone837]

I love your work man it's very inspiring 👍🏼✌🏼

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

I appreciate that!

[@LuiVert6]

Lot of great tips man I will take this and implement it into my own work👍

[@jey_thegemini]

Yea bro.. i wish you would've elaborated more on posca pen like you did everything else. Help us out g

[@hectorwreford-brown1853]

Ik I’ve got a pack of posca pens and can I not use them as well as my angelus paints?

[@Retro_Gio]

Angelus paints are specially designed to adhere and work on leathers and shoes posca pens are not and even with proper prep work they don’t have the durability or quality of angelus paints in short don’t use them

[@Numenides]

So this means (4 me), not even any pens r good on leather - pens r only durable on canvas - right?

[@Retro_Gio]

@@Numenides yes unfortunately any kind of paint pens just won’t hold up to the constant stretching and flexing of leather like Angelus paints however angelus does sell empty paint pens you can fill up with Angelus paint if you really want to use a paint pen

[@NS-bu2oq]

Speaking from experience, Posca pens are fine if your working on a canvas shoe. I've never tried on leather but don't imagine they would be as effective.

[@callanoviatt9218]

Love this video!!!

[@TU-iLLMATiCK]

I'm grateful I stumbled across your content! I haven't started yet I actually prefer to go out and spend as much money as I can on tools for the trade. I wouldn't have pulled the trigger on this venture if it wasn't for your advice and content though! I'm looking forward creating and you got a pair with your name on 'em in your size when I do bro!

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Glad to hear that man! Good luck 🤘🏽

[@chappie4694]

I’ve probably saved all your vids they’re actually so helpful

[@matthewgonzalez2521]

Ur a legend and an inspiration man !!

[@elenadanescu9701]

Just starting my costum jorney, your videos are very useful

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Ayyyyyy!! Best of luck and we’re here to help!

[@vonneloveetv9618]

I support y’all ! But only because im odd I would’ve like to see a white towel lol great info !!

[@pluggedinwithjay209]

Always Fire buddy!!!

[@Enamm82]

Big respect to you 🙏 BRO. Been able to start a side custom business just of your videos. Your videos helped alot, Thank you Bro.. 🇬🇧

[@marleynorthmtb8645]

Great video as always 👍🏻

[@saitakishikatsumi1817]

Thanks for all these videos

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

🙌🏽

[@chickenkiller_dk8339]

Great video man keep it up 👍

[@siddhantraj4916]

I hit like on your videos even before seeing them coz I know they will b dope 👍👍👍

[@gladehexenmiester6526]

You the plug, when my business takes off i hope to collab with the goat

[@ctr_1602]

Love the shirt!

[@stosullivan2836]

Love the shirt man! My brothers got the same one!

[@vaka_senpai9862]

This Video is great! Finally Someone had the courage to say about this posca pens and midsole painting.

[@angelpadilla3705]

Wow more people should think about that last myth. It really is art we try and sell. The shoe just happens to be our preferred “canvas” to paint on🗣

[@bertramhawk8643]

POSCA PENS! lol. Thanks for that tip because I was on the fence on whether I should get them or not.

[@mauroruiz5835]

So they are not good for customizing shoes right? Cuz I have seen Marko and other KZbinrs customizing shoes with POSCA pens.

[@thecheez2436]

@@mauroruiz5835 yeah but their shoes won't last. Almost every youtuber you see customize shoes with POSCA are artists who are catching onto a trend, MARKO is the only outlier. I used POSCA on my first shoes, and a lot of the design has rubbed off.

[@FlyR7]

Posca Pens are not good to paint on leather, if you use them on Vans or other canvas its ok. But still Not durable by any meaning.

[@kixprojex3004]

i love #6, very TRUE. some clients gives me fake shoes to customize but I dont care if its annoriginal or fake as long as i can show them what i can do as an artist

[@trillyen1979]

Best custom video I've seen thus far. Just starting out. Gonna try my first pair this weekend. 4/13/2022....

[@shelby3636]

Hey baby, can I get your digits? 😂😂😂

[@buhisanricocharlsg.1149]

Love you bro. thanks a lot ❤️

[@joecarter9269]

You and your videos rock. Super helpful and skilled! Keep it up!

[@dustinjarrell9853]

My dude you're awesome! Your tips have helped me so much. I have 1 question..when painting a midsole what is the best way to prep and paint them?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

I don’t ever recommend painting midsoles unfortunately

[@12lsn19]

#6 is so true!

[@juliegale9588]

Thank you for the video! Are you able to expand more on how to make coloring rubber soles durable?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Unfortuantely paint and rubber just don’t bond. So there’s nothing that I’ve discovered that will make them actually hold up to any wear tests

[@jessehardin8500]

​@@DeJesusCustomFootwearwell that sucks since I just painted my soles on my shoes I'm trying to customize today

[@evettalvarez2116]

Have a quick question if I don’t have the dryer thing to dry it quicker because it’s to much and if I use a hair dryer do I use it on Hot Or Cold ???

[@sahdirellis4901]

Brah, the Posca pen squad finning to get at you HARD! You spoke the truth though!

[@chuco9xvart186]

POSCA pens have their time and place as part of my art arsenal, just not on shoes for me. I’ll stick with Createx Regular and their Wicked Colors in my airbrush with Liquid Kicks to seal them off. I like the coverage and more even look the airbrush leaves compared to POSCAs.

[@virginiaespinoza3136]

Im just starting out in customizing shoes but I still don’t have a completely solid idea on how to work on materials other than leather, can u do a tutorial/tip video?

[@zak8775]

are you saying you don't recommend those or what. also can you make a video about posca pens

[@alaapnair6923]

He isn't a big fan of them, he thinks they aren't durable

[@co614joe]

Posca pens do not have the medium qualities to be permanent on clothing. It is not a leather or fabric paint. Yes you can use them, but they will crack, fade, and peel. Unlike using paint meant for leather or fabric.

[@alaapnair6923]

@@co614joe big fax lol

[@Friendly_Neigborhood_Astolfo]

Question: I havent really done many shoe painting and doing it again for a cosplay. I bought boots that require me to paint the midsoles white, how can I tell what material the Midsole is made out of to get as much durability out of the paint as possible?

[@chaos6pyramidsent.966]

Kobe of the Customizing Sneaker Game!

[@yesseniateran9976]

Unfortunately my very first custom I didn’t prep them, so I haven’t used them as much, but I learned from my mistakes and I’m onto my 10th custom and my customers love them and so do i

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Congrats that’s exciting to hear!

[@Suttonsucksatskate]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwearso pocasa pins yes or no

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

@@Suttonsucksatskate no

[@Suttonsucksatskate]

What if I can get them for free

[@Suttonsucksatskate]

I mean I customize with paints but like I would like to try them and them throw them in the garbage can

[@overly.chromatic]

The posca pens has me crackin up

[@AmshaMorgan]

I haven't drawn anything in years but I've always wanted to do custom shoes for myself. What would I need to get started?

[@ryanh7598]

Can you tell me the best way to paint or dye the removable straps which I believe is nylon on Air Force 1 high tops. As well as can the laces be dyed and still look ok ?

[@zking_tv6329]

What do you recommend if I wanted to paint a cotton long sleeve fleece shirt and want it to stay soft

[@FABCasso]

Would you recommend any fabric glue to apply fabric to a sneaker, if you don’t have access to a sewing machine?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

I can’t say I’ve done it so I wouldn’t be speaking from experience, but I believe e600

[@FABCasso]

DeJesus Custom Footwear understandable, thank you

[@DreamscapeGary]

That last one is really helpful, you saved me from cheating myself👍🏿

[@erosthanatos1899]

I liked the toothpick at the end

[@mcmjr405]

I’m just beginning and for my first project I’d just like to repaint the midsole of a pair 2014 hyperdunks that are black, red.

[@willingnessobijama3993]

Bless you boss 🙏

[@bludlynestl5757]

Hey I'm just now starting to learn to customize shoes when taping off my shoes I still do not get really good transition from the soul to the mid soul. I'm just wondering how do you clean up the small mistakes when the paint slightly gets on the soul? Do you use a toothpick , or are you just getting perfect results with tape

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Depends on the type of midsole but most of the time you can scrape off the dry paint with a toothpick

[@bludlynestl5757]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear thank you

[@TopOnePer]

Yo what would you recommend for the air jordan 2 low offwhite when trying to add to the exposed mid sole effect?

[@KOA_GOBstopper]

Do you make multiple sizes of the same design? How do you deal with sizing issues? Should you only do made to order?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Nope I really only do 1 of 1 work nowadays unless it’s for big brands. Sizing will always be a challenge since there’s sooooo many just from mens standard sizing alone 8-12 and all those half sizes between

[@tannermonney5531]

that shirt is fire! where did you get it?

[@vidaldiddy]

Yea I need to work on my a durability because I have paint cracks or cracking at the toe on air force’s

[@trillyen1979]

Thanks for watching Shelby !

[@akiva6129]

This will become one of your biggest videos

[@gunakshigoel5351]

Hi m Gunakshi from India i have just started painting canvas shoes i wanna know that do i need to do any prep work for them

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Nope no prep needed on canvas!

[@OfficialDJQUANOS]

That posca pens part, can you clarify please? Was that say that it’s a no go?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Yes , imo they don’t have long term durability in most applications on shoes

[@JuanMejia-eb8gs]

as a shoe cleaner, that intro helped me out

[@1hero866]

What are a good prices to sell as a beginner?

[@cmksneaks1478]

Why no posca even with a finisher in it? And I love the shirt bro I been waiting for it to come out!😂

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Hahah thank you, I don’t think they have same durability as soemthing like angelus paint

[@teetee3655]

Can you do a video on shipping box sizes?Im not sure what sizes to get for the nike boxes,Im not good with measurements?(Or you can just tell me lol)

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Yup search up DeJesus shipping and there will be a great video for yiu

[@teetee3655]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear Can you do a video on like the legal/illegal part of selling customs Im literally at the edge of starting and This is all I need reassurance on!

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

@@teetee3655 you’re good to go! Just stay away from recreating things like lv and such in mass quantities. Great video topic though

[@phthegreat8181]

Brilliant

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Thanks for watching !

[@leylablue8317]

Hii, please could you suggest a good sewing machine? Currently have a Chinese shoe cobbler and it is really difficult to use as it is manual. Thanks

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Unfortunately im still not experienced enough in shoemaking to give any advice there. Check out sdcustomfootwear on youtube.

[@leylablue8317]

Thank you appreciate it!

[@carter6209]

Ok, please let me know. Whenever I wear my customs. The paint always cracks, am I not supposed to wear them? (Serious issue)

[@jonathanbadcat5360]

so is posca just a no go ? not even for outling something ? wanna get into custom sneakers, so just seeking information :) love ur channel btw !

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

If it’s just for an outline I think that’s the time to use it if ever… I just think they’re not good for when you’re trying to do a whole pair of shoes

[@jonathanbadcat5360]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear thx for the advice fam :)

[@emilcrone4932]

Can you make a video where you teach how to paint shadows on custom shoes

[@jamesbienvenu3987]

Thank you so much for this video and your continued work on customization. I have done a few pairs of shoes using various methods and I wish I had seen this video before I started. I would love to show u some of of my designs as they are mostly just freehand and evolve into whatever they become. I have people interested in my work, but I would appreciate some feedback on the artwork and designs. I could really use a professional opinion from someone other than friends or family possibly just being kind.

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Would love to check em out. Shoot me a dm on IG!

[@choccythickshake1074]

I waited 9 hours for this video

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@ATLannaBoi]

do you have a video on paint bottom of shoes?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

No unfortuantely we don’t recommend painting the bottoms of your shoes

[@danieldejesus4959]

Nice shirt

[@grethewagenaar3613]

Soo can we use posca pens for small details when customizing shoes or not?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

I think for tiny details is the right way to use em, not for full coverage on a shoe. Either way you still get a fuller more even coverage when using paint rather than posca. When you use posca you can tell you used posca, and I don’t think that’s goal

[@mr.z2.075]

Where is that t shirt from?

[@misc5831]

Question: Do I have to clean my airbrush out every time I want to change colors? Is there a more efficient way to change colors back and forth?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

You could run a multiple airbrush system, but after a while you get quick enough at swapping colors anyways.

[@misc5831]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear but don't you waste a lot of paint in doing that?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

@@misc5831 nope, just pour the paint you don’t use in your airbrush back into the container before cleaning

[@misc5831]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@jaydensaunders587]

Hey mr dejesus its jrsaunderz again. What materials would i need to get to paint the mid and outsoles of air force 1s properly?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Don’t do it bud. Not worth it

[@jaydensaunders587]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear Appreciate it. Im glad I asked

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

@@jaydensaunders587 yup! Watch today’s video too it’ll give you a good breakdown

[@jaydensaunders587]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear I already did. Thank you for the extra tips. I'll let u know if im concerned about anything else

[@hadasahyuga7605]

Hey, D a big fan of your work.(from India) I had a question. Can I customise using acrylic paints?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

No unfortuantely most standard acrylics paints are going to be a bit too thick to flex on various shoe materials so you’ll want to use something like angelus paint which is meant for leather

[@hadasahyuga7605]

Thanks a lot. Last question 😅- Can I use posca pens.

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

@@hadasahyuga7605 lol!

[@usernamenotfound7479]

Can you do a video of The Iceburg of Sneaker Durability

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Good idea

[@trakra]

Does anyone have any feedback on what brand paint works best for rubber soles? I’m going to try on a older pair of sneakers first.

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

You never wanna paint rubber unfortuantely, always going to crack.

[@trakra]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear Thanks

[@santrazzz5244]

What about posca pen? do i need to apply finisher after the custom?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Oh yeah gotta apply a finisher no matter what paint you use!

[@luvsinnerr1732]

ayo just recently sub i have a question for painting,i recently got my new old skool vans blue suede accidentally bleached from cleaning with and i want to paint them black but i don't know what to do or what i need to do that,any tips or materials to use ?? i need help

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Yeah absolutely for that you wanna use angelus paint with 2 soft. Search up DeJesus vans and you’ll get some of our walk throughs on bape vans we’ve fone

[@luvsinnerr1732]

oh and also the bleached parts of the shoes were the sides where the strip is and on the tongue

[@dontdoitnotthis]

New here, do you take mail in orders? I’m probably just overlooking it but I can’t find anything that says you would.

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Sure do, please submit any inquiries to us at [e-mail]

[@lukrt3561]

Hello! I am just curious why posca pens aren't good for customizing sneakers. Thanks.

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Not made for sneakers in terms of painting the whole shoe, will crack and chip easily regardless of prep

[@KingLexus]

Can I use rubbing alcohol instead of acetone?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

No I wouldn’t

[@aleahdevyne1463]

I started with the primary colors and mixing to make other colors and my family and friend old shoes lol

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

That’s the way to go! Just gotta get started anyway anyhow

[@marioehe6819]

The Posca pens😂😂😂

[@zuemama7084]

Hey im sorry bro I just subed today and I don’t really know the background of your vids but do you sell or do customs for people?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

We sure do! Please shoot us an email [e-mail] with any inquiries

[@zuemama7084]

👍

[@squirrelwithagun6428]

What happened to the rest of the number four part. The pocsa pen part got completely removed

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Nope that’s the whole thing lol.

[@axpect8983]

How would I paint/prep a black midsole/leather?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

I never recommend painting midsoles unfortuantely, but as far as leather deifnitly check out our video called custom Air Force 1 for a full detailed breakdown on prep

[@averymestas4412]

🔥

[@cristobalrivas7608]

Can I paint a jordan 1 outsole? and have it not come off?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Nope it’s always going to crack unfortuantely. Paint and rubber don’t bond

[@wildgreyz5278]

Hahahah I just love the fact that you didn’t even bother to explain Posca Pens. It’s just a straight no go 😅😅😂

[@dazzledunn-deal1448]

As someone who is completely ignorant on this subject I would have actually like to know why we aren't supposed to use them.

[@wildgreyz5278]

@@dazzledunn-deal1448 Hi ! Posca pens are easy to use and design with, but that’s about it. There is no real quality behind it, & it’ll crack easy

[@dazzledunn-deal1448]

@@wildgreyz5278 thank you so much! I'm very ignorant on this subject and still learning. I've seen so many other videos of people using them in their custom shoes that I didn't know the reason against them. I appreciate you sharing some much important knowledge with me. I'm just barely starting out on my custom shoe journey and any help or advice is greatly appreciated.

[@DefiantFlex]

theposcabittho!!!

[@ziyadkhan206]

Would it be fine to wear my custom AF1s out in the rain if i apply a waterproof coating on it?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Yup! I mean it’s not recommend to wear artwork out in the rain of course but it won’t all just melt off

[@ziyadkhan206]

@@DeJesusCustomFootwear Thanks! I live in Vancouver so it rains most of the time so i was worried when i saw the intro. Also does finisher do anything other than making the shoe look good?

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

@@ziyadkhan206 it’s meant to help preserve the paint also

[@ziyadkhan206]

Would it be necessary if I would only be wearing the shoe for a year? My feet grow pretty fast so I doubt it would fit me after that

[@DeJesusCustomFootwear]

Yes i would still apply finisher