It is almost three years since I posted about my clogs. My ancient suede ones got replaced by some snazzy purple gardening clogs last hear. And now my beloved red leather ones have got beyond the point of repair.
The hole on the sole and the split in the insole under my heel have actually joined up. My finger went straight through! I know lots of people have mentioned places to recycle outworn footwear - but in all conscience I could not consign these to the big green 'clothing and footwear' bin at the supermarket.
Recently Steph posted Bob the shoulder strap from her expensive handbag, Please could he fix the buckle, which had lost its 'tongue'? I was able to provide a perfect replacement buckle from my tin of 'saved' buckles. I am confident I will find a use for these buckles sooner or later too. Waste not, want not.
Maybe in the summer I will treat myself to some more clogs**. We shall see - but these have lasted me around 20 years [bought in a sale in Sainsburys, Leicester]
Barefoot or with socks?
Do you wear crocs?
**I suppose my garden clogs are almost equivalent to crocs - but I wouldn't dream of wearing them away from home! Any replacement clogs will be leather ones I think!
Wow, those red leather clogs did well - and that's really great about the recycling of the buckles etc. I have used copy crocs but didn't rate them highly, at the moment I'm using garden clogs for outdoors ( ease of slipping on and waterproof) but a leather clog is very comfy and I think I might look out for some in the spring. Years ago when I worked in the NHS I wore clogs and loved them but there was usually someone who would roll their eyes , waggle finger and issue dire warnings about feet spreading and fallen arches , ah well, it comes to us all :)
ReplyDeleteAlison in Wales x
I have recently discovered that there's a big clog place* in Dorset (why did I not know this when we lived down there?) *World of Clogs*
ReplyDeleteLooks like your red clogs gave you years of good service! I have not worn clogs; I usually wear my sneakers, although, occasionally, I'll slip them on as if they were clogs!
ReplyDeleteYes, many years of good service
DeleteGreat saving from landfill. I wear Sketchers/Flyflot clogs with socks as houseshoes now that I am retired and at home more. A rather worn pair sits at the back door for nipping out to the garden or bin. We both have Crocs from when we motorhomed and they were worn to go to the toilet block so that they were easy to slip on and off. They are worn in the garden now but always with socks as they rub my feet. All were bought in sales as they are quite pricey otherwise. Catriona
ReplyDeleteMy first clogs, bought when I was 14 could only be worn with socks. Like you, I've always gone for sale bargains
DeleteYears and years ago I had some wooden clogs with black leather tops and loved them.
ReplyDeleteNow it's just crocs for going out into the garden.
They were very popular back in the 80s (I blame the women in ABBA)
DeleteClever you for saving the scraps and clever Bob for the handbag fix! Leather scraps are useful. I made a new pair of cymbal straps with some leather scraps from the DT cupboard at school! I need to do this again actually!
ReplyDeleteI have a pair of alt brand Crocs I bought in Tescos for £2 about 18 years ago which I use for garden purposes and camping- they're still going strong!
I've not ever bought or worn wooden clogs though!
Leather scraps make great straps, you're right, Kezzie
DeleteI've never worn clogs. As soon as I read your post today, the tune of 'A little mouse with clogs on' came drifting through my mind! Isnt it funny that such associations are made!
ReplyDeleteOh I am so sorry - that little tune will be your 'ear-worm' all day now!
DeleteI think you well and truly got your moneys worth with those clogs, and well done on saving what you could from them.
ReplyDeleteI used to wear Crocs quite a bit on the smallholding, they are very good for washing sheep poo off the soles when you've been wandering in the fields. Although the one time I wore them to paddle in the sea in, I couldn't stop laughing at the 'farty' noises your feet make in them when you walk with wet feet afterwards ... yes I'm 10 years old!! ;-)
Sometimes giggling like a child is good for the soul (sole?)
DeleteI have a pair of dark green Birkies that have served me well of about 15 years and show no signs of wear. A couple of years ago, we sent 3 of my worn airs of Birkenstock sandels back to the company to be refurbished and they came back like new. Well worth the cost.
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Always fancied, but never owned, a pair of Birkenstocks.
ReplyDeleteI've never worn clogs but DH has a pair of Crocs and he keeps them outside the front door for quick trips to the garage or woodshed (even in the snow, sometimes). At least the squirrels can't destroy them. They have been known to chew the lining of a boot!
ReplyDeleteYou have wildlife problems I cannot imagine!
DeleteI have a pair of bright red Josef Seibel clogs that I wear in the house. They were my present to myself during the first Lockdown. They replaced a similar pair that had lasted about 8 years. I also wore clogs as a theatre nurse 20 years ago. They were proper wooden ones good for long periods of standing but no good for running in an emergency!
ReplyDeleteI thought that nurses were not supposed to run?
ReplyDeleteCurrently wearing a relatively new pair of navy suede clogs lined in fur...with socks. I've worn clogs for years. Mostly Merrell brand (in US). I've had plain leather ones and a pair of mesh ones (for summer). Only recently gotten rid of a pair of 20+ yr old ones. Like the ability to slip them on and off easily. Mary
ReplyDeleteYes, easy-on/easy-off is a great bonus
DeleteWhen I saw the title of this post I was expecting plumbing problems...LOL Wore clogs in the 80's. Now wear crocs all the time, bought crocs for all the grand kids last year as well.
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DeleteI have worn crocks and need a new pair. These days everything bothers my feet so I need to wear something all the time - slippers, sneakers, something and I think I am going to get some more crocks because they are pretty cushiony
ReplyDeleteAs we get older it's important to look after our feet!!
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