Using most adhesives will leave a clear or milky film wherever it dries. Adhesives can be used to fix holes in leather shoes, sneakers, and skate shoes. Shoe Goo comes in clear and black.
Set the insole aside so that you can replace it later.
If you don’t have duct tape, you can use electrical tape.
It’s normal for the glue to clump over the hole. Don’t worry about getting the adhesive to look clean on the shoe during this application.
Don’t leave the stick or your finger in one spot for too long or it will get stuck to the glue.
If you don’t give the adhesive enough time to dry, it will smear off the shoe.
You can purchase fabric that almost matches the color of your shoes if you don’t want the patch to be as noticeable. Good fabrics to use include tartan, leather, and suede. You can also purchase fabric that contrasts with the current color of your shoes for a unique fashion statement.
For example, if the hole is on the toe of the shoe, use a patch that covers the entire toe rather than a small patch that just covers the hole. If you want your shoes to match, cut out 2 pieces of fabric so that you can apply a patch to your other shoe, even if it doesn’t have a hole.
If you are placing a patch on both shoes, make sure that their placement is identical.
Use the same color thread as the shoe and sew around the patch. Try to make your stitches as uniform as possible. You can also use more complex stitches like a catch-stitch or slip-stitch to create a unique look.
