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Custom Sneakers - by Trasfi Kenza & Pav Alexi (Paperback)

Name: Custom Sneakers - by Trasfi Kenza & Pav Alexi (Paperback)
Brand: Andrews McMeel Publishing
SKU: 94151204
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Highlights

The long-awaited guide to upcycling your sneakers into unique kicks by French artist and TikTok star Kenza Trasfi (@knz.
About the Author: KNZ is an artist living in Paris.
144 Pages
Crafts + Hobbies, Fashion

Description

Book Synopsis

The long-awaited guide to upcycling your sneakers into unique kicks by French artist and TikTok star Kenza Trasfi (@knz.tv)! Packed with fresh designs for 5 iconic sneakers, easy step-by-step instructions, photos by Alexi Pav, a technique F.A.Q., and bonus inspo you to feed your imagination. Dare to be yourself!

Learn everything you need to know to customize your sneakers with global streetwear artist KNZ (@knz.tv)!

KNZ delves into the cultural phenomenon of sneakers, exploring their role as symbols of identity and lifestyle. She shares her accessible yet sleek techniques for customization, like stripping, painting, stitching, and more, accompanied by step-by-step tutorials applicable to popular brands like Nike, Converse, and Adidas. As a renowned sneaker designer with a global online fanbase, KNZ showcases example designs in a stunning layout with captivating images by street fashion photog Alexi Pav. This fun, accessible guide covers all the essentials to give your old sneakers into grails! Includes:

An illustrated history on the evolution of sneaker culture
Profiles of iconic shoes: Adidas Stan Smith, Nike Air Jordan 1, Nike Air Force One, New Balance 574, Converse All Star, and more
Detailed lists of safe and easy-to-access materials to use for each project
Colorful customs designed by KNZ with step-by-step photos
Easy-to-learn techniques in painting, stenciling, dyeing, stitching, and more
Bonus inspo to further your practice!

About the Author

KNZ is an artist living in Paris. She creates unique designs with sneakers and mixed media to tell stories. She shares her inspiring adventures and creations on her Instagram account @knz.tv.

Dimensions (Overall): 9.25 Inches (H) x 7.0 Inches (W) x .4 Inches (D)

Weight: .88 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 144

Genre: Crafts + Hobbies

Sub-Genre: Fashion

Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing

Format: Paperback

Author: Trasfi Kenza & Pav Alexi

Language: English

Street Date: July 29, 2025

TCIN: 94151204

UPC: 9798881601546

Item Number (DPCI): 247-42-7298

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.4 inches length x 7 inches width x 9.25 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.88 pounds

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