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I’m surprised how often I’m asked how to darn pointe shoes. I thought darning pointe shoes was just an old tradition. There was a time when not darning your shoes was unthinkable – you wouldn’t have been allowed in class. These days, students seem to have lost the art. I’m always glad to hear that someone still wants to learn. I was always taught that darning made the shoe last longer, and that it gave a more secure surface. And last but not least, a nicely darned toe looks much smarter than fraying satin.

There’s no denying that darning pointe shoes is fiddly. Getting a needle through the satin can be tough, especially at the base. If you’re not good at sewing, you’ll certainly make some mistakes. Don’t worry too much about neatness. To begin with, you might be self-conscious about uneven stitches. But the toe of your shoes will get dirty soon enough, and then the individual stitches won’t be discernible.

You can use any darning stitch you like. Most people use blanket stitch or chain stitch. Big stitches, which give an open weave, won’t last quite as long. On the other hand, they are easier to do. When deciding which stitch to use, think about how long your shoes last – there’s not much point spending hours on neat, dense stitches if your shoes usually “die” quickly in the shank or box

Here are some articles with more information on how to darn pointe shoes

Don’t be afraid to give darning your pointes a try. Think about it – even if you make a hash of it, what harm have you done? If it all goes haywire, you can simply cut the satin off the platform – which is recommended anyway, if it’s not darned. An uncovered satin toe can become slippery, so it can be dangerous. Also, a neat cut looks smarter than letting the satin fray by itself.
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