Tired of slipping on hard wood floors, but too cold to go barefoot? Make some of your favorite socks slip-proof.

You Will Need

Comfortable socks

Two pieces cardboard

Fabric paint

Steps

Step 1 Prepare socks

Wash and dry your socks.

Step 2 Make template

Trace each foot on a separate piece of cardboard and cut out your print.

Step 3 Insert pattern

Insert a cardboard template into each sock and smooth the fabric over the template to create a flat surface.

Step 4 Paint sock

Paint a pattern with fabric paint on your socks.

Wavy lines, dots, or zigzags are the simplest designs to create.

Step 5 Dry socks

Dry the socks according to paint instructions. Now you can wander around the house in stocking feet with no fear of slipping.

Did you know? More than 2.3 million children are treated each year at hospital emergency rooms for fall-related injuries.