What I would like to know is what to consider when buying real leather clown shoes & why it might pay to invest in them instead of the plastic throwaways that are just used for party costumes. Would you mind talking about walking around in shoes that are at least 3-4" longer than regular shoes, paradeability & long charity hours, if weather or style has any effect, pros/cons.
I'm happy Sherry is asking questions. She makes doing this blog so much easier!
Here's the thing about professional handmade clown shoes, they are very comfortable. Clown shoes are made by professional shoe makers, it's a very old fashioned skill and it takes years to learn.
When you order a clown shoe, you make choices on colors and styles. It's pretty cool, every clown shoe is unique, it's made for you.
I work a lot and replace my shoes about every 5 years, that's a lot of wear. I stand all day in them, I walk in them...I can't drive with them on or State Farm wouldn't cover me...After a long day, my feet hurt more than tennis shoes but way less than dress shoes I'd wear to a wedding.
Clown shoes are one the most important investments you will make; when the package arrives, it will make you so happy.
Every time someone says "look at the clown's shoes" it will make you happy, you will feel like "a real clown"
The shoes I'm wearing now are from Spears. I am very happy with the quality and how well they are holding up. I happily endorse them.
My clown shoes were about $300. A big investment but the only thing I have to worry about is keeping them polished, they are great shoes. Every few years, I have to get new soles. (I take them to church for that).
There are other shoe makers that are very good. You can ask around, this is my experience. http://www.spearshoes.com/
You can get clown shoes on Ebay that are good but they are not custom made. But they are very decent shoes. The quality is good, they are just made in generic sizes, s, m, l. They are around $100 or less. I've seen them and thought they were very good. if that's your budget, these shoes do very well although not as comfortable. You will need a shoe insert.
If you have foot problems, let the shoe maker know. This is their job, they can make the shoes more comfortable for you.
The pros.... You get to be a real clown, have shoes you're proud of, shoes custom designed for your character, comfortable, long wearing, something that makes you "stand" out.
Cons... A lot of money.
I have no question. Go for it, this will be the best present you can buy yourself.
I'm happy Sherry is asking questions. She makes doing this blog so much easier!
Here's the thing about professional handmade clown shoes, they are very comfortable. Clown shoes are made by professional shoe makers, it's a very old fashioned skill and it takes years to learn.
When you order a clown shoe, you make choices on colors and styles. It's pretty cool, every clown shoe is unique, it's made for you.
I work a lot and replace my shoes about every 5 years, that's a lot of wear. I stand all day in them, I walk in them...I can't drive with them on or State Farm wouldn't cover me...After a long day, my feet hurt more than tennis shoes but way less than dress shoes I'd wear to a wedding.
Clown shoes are one the most important investments you will make; when the package arrives, it will make you so happy.
Every time someone says "look at the clown's shoes" it will make you happy, you will feel like "a real clown"
The shoes I'm wearing now are from Spears. I am very happy with the quality and how well they are holding up. I happily endorse them.
My clown shoes were about $300. A big investment but the only thing I have to worry about is keeping them polished, they are great shoes. Every few years, I have to get new soles. (I take them to church for that).
There are other shoe makers that are very good. You can ask around, this is my experience. http://www.spearshoes.com/
(This photo was taken by a librarian in Monterey, California. It says it all!)
If you have foot problems, let the shoe maker know. This is their job, they can make the shoes more comfortable for you.
The pros.... You get to be a real clown, have shoes you're proud of, shoes custom designed for your character, comfortable, long wearing, something that makes you "stand" out.
Cons... A lot of money.
I have no question. Go for it, this will be the best present you can buy yourself.
mr. bozwick... a few months ago we exchanged comments about a animated short called Pepe and Lucas. at the time it made the long list for the academy award. now there is a effort to try and turn it into a animated series. i wonder if you could let your follower know about the kickstarter campaign that's going on for the project.
ReplyDeleteHope fully we can make a series based on the original entertainers of our time.
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/296479411/pepe-and-lucas-the-animated-series?ref=category
thanks
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You just let my followers know.
ReplyDeleteI don't feel super comfortable asking people for money. I'll leave the comment here for folks.
Is there some other way I can help? I can give you reviews. Or write about what's happening with you all, that would be fun.
I've given to a lot of Kickstarter campaigns, it's a great idea. Best of luck
I am a clown from Greece and your blog is very beutiful and usefull!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!
Thank you. Please ask any questions large or small. Or give me your own thoughts, it gives me something to write about.
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