How to make luminous shoelaces: a master class

Young people like to stand out among the others. In order to become a model for imitation, young people are often ready to go for anything. They dye their hair in radical colors, make piercings and tattoos, choose only trendy clothes. Today, this list was supplemented by another way to become brighter and more original, it was invented by Chinese geniuses. It's about luminous laces, which instantly gained incredible popularity among the bright guys and girls. All, no doubt, are interested in how much the luminous shoelaces cost , after all such fashionable accessory - mast-hev this year! The mods are lucky: the price for such shoelaces varies in the region from 1 to 8 dollars, depending on the brightness and quality of the product. Also, a big role in the cost is played by all sorts of "bells and whistles": the ability to blink, shimmer with different colors, etc.

But do you know that you can make shoelaces that shine on their own? It will cost you quite inexpensively, but the pleasure that you get from the manufacturing process, and then - and from wearing your own handicrafts, is priceless! So, get ready, we'll tell you how to make luminous shoelaces. In addition, you will learn how to extend the life of your creation.

How to make luminous shoelaces with silicone?

You can make authentic luminous shoelaces in the following way. For this you need to purchase:

• Silicone tube 2 meters long. The diameter of this tube should pass freely into the hole for the laces on your sneakers or sneakers.
• Liquid silicone (we will fill it with a tube).
• Four LEDs (two on a string).
• Batteries-coins (4 pcs.).

Getting Started

Before making luminous shoelaces, divide the silicone tube into two parts per meter in length. This will be our future shoelaces. Now fill both tubes with liquid silicone in turn. At both ends, you need to make a hole for the LEDs with a drill or the like, for example with a sharp metal rod. Note that if you use a wand, you will have to apply a little more effort. After that, immediately insert the LED into the hole with a light bulb inside. Do the same with the second end of the future shoelace. Now the LED wiring needs to be treated with glue, we attach the batteries to it. Those who already know how to make luminous shoelaces themselves can try to modify the product a little and add small switches to the tubes that will cover the wiring contacts with the batteries and, thus, save the charge. Ready-made shoelaces must be passed through the holes of your shoes, and the batteries carefully hidden.

How to make luminous shoelaces in an alternative way?

This method is fundamentally different from the previous one. There is no silicone tube and LEDs. You will need ordinary shoelaces and fluorescent phosphoricidal paint for the fabric (25 grams is enough). Apply the paint on the shoelaces, then send them to the oven for a few minutes. Now your shoes will glow, and you do not need to mess with liquid silicone and batteries. Good luck!