Revive Customs

Jekyll & Hide

2012-02-01T07:09:00.000-08:00

Picking up where I left off with my tribute to horror movies, Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde (1931) by Dir. Rouben Mamoulian was the film that inspired this pair. Experimenting with different materials, I created my own interpretation of the movie through the shoes.

Size 7.5, email revivecustoms@hotmail.com

MCM Wallabee

2012-01-20T18:14:00.000-08:00

Hand sewn authentic MCM, backed with suede on an OG Wallabee (c. 1990) Size 13.

Christmas is around the corner...

2012-01-13T19:13:00.001-08:00

Go and grab your REVIVE X AMBER = CHANNEL ZERO STOCKINGS.

A gift from the very best girlfriend, if you want one for next christmas, hit her up at amberlanedaniels@yahoo.com

AJA

2012-01-08T18:01:00.000-08:00

In Tribute to Steely Dan’s 1977 album AJA, this custom was created to commemorate their classic record. The shoe is an artistic interpretation of the album cover, the rainbow gradation is to represent the label used by ABC records and the red stripe is taken from the ribbon on the cover. This is an edition of two shoes created for Tee Smith, a die-hard Steely Dan enthusiast and fellow sneaker head.

Submerse

2011-12-06T21:54:00.001-08:00

My first shoe from scratch. A shoe for the water with the look and feel of a sneaker. It has drainage channels to let water escape.

Features:

3M Piping

Neoprene Upper

Sealable Panels

Perforated Sole

Adjustable Ankle Pull-Tab

Carp and Salmon Leather

Testing

Today was a good day

2011-12-04T08:38:00.000-08:00

Harlequin Spotting

2011-12-02T08:53:00.000-08:00

Looking good at the Cool Water VW event. Thanks Veronika

Harlequin

2011-10-22T10:53:00.000-07:00

"Harlequin" Air Force One

Size: 8.5

Inspiration: "Harlequin" Volkswagen

MCM Wallabee

2011-10-13T19:01:00.000-07:00

Batman Colorway

Size 11

EASY MONEY

2011-10-09T22:59:00.001-07:00

Size 10.5

TUTORIAL: How to Flip a Wallabee

2011-10-09T22:01:00.000-07:00

In this step-by-step tutorial, I will explain how you can add your own design to a pair of Clarks Wallabees. I gathered a bunch of old T-shirts from around my house and dyed them different colors using some simple dying techniques. You can use any material you like, I chose T-shirts because they are cheap, can be dyed easily, and didn't fit me. I started by ripping the shirts apart and sewed up a skin with the bits of scrap.

Step One: I wanted to go for a quilted look so i cut up some half inch foam roughly in the shape of the skin.

Step Two: I Pinned down my fabric onto the foam.

Step Three: I sewed some wave-like lines in the fabric parallel to each other in one direction. Once I was done, I did the same kind of lines perpendicular.

It's good practice to estimate where you want your graphics to go in relation to the panel that you will be using. I would crop the graphics a bit so it doesn't look too predictable.

Step Four: With a blade, cut the toe-box off of the Wallabees. If your nice, you should be able to cut once near the top, and "un-lace" the stitch. (Avoid less injuries and it is sometimes faster)

Step Five: Get a damp rag, place it flat on the leather. Iron the leather completely flat, you will be using this piece as a template.

Step Six: Pin down the leather to your panel, draw with a fabric crayon the outline of the leather. At this point you can cut it out.

Step Seven: (Optional) Since I did a quilt, it would look like shit if i didn't do an embroidery stitch around the outline. (if i were to cut it, the foam would be visible and would look like a nasty mess), you can do a simple stitch at least, it really doesn't matter. I call this a "patch stitch" to do it, you have to set your sewing machine to a zig-zag stitch then adjust the distance of stitch to 0-1.5. (close together as possible)

Step Eight: Take the leather that you ironed out earlier and use the pre-existing holes and draw onto the fabric underneath. (I usually use a pen for this just so I can see it easily, the stitch covers up the pen anyways.)

Step Nine: Do some back stretches, then use a sewing awl and sew it all up. I would work from the outside of the panel and push into the middle of the shoe. If you do the other way, the tension won't be right, and your loops will be visible on the outside, you want them to be right in the middle of the fabric layers. When using a sewing Awl, make sure you extract enough thread to reach the destination. Pull out extra if your scared.

Step Ten: Once you complete both shoes, you will need to punch holes for the laces, grab a rotary hole punch, find the right size of hole and press hard. I stick the die through the first hole and use it as a guide so it lines up perfectly. Lace them up and you're good.

Still Alive...

2011-09-05T15:06:00.000-07:00

Putting in work on a personal pair.

ROCK THE BELLS 2011

2011-09-04T10:37:00.000-07:00

Special thanks to Reebok for letting me paint backstage for them! i had a great time and hope to do it again soon.

Gary

Gary + B Real (Cypress Hill)

Mikey Likes It + Havoc/Prodigy (Mobb Deep)

Supernatural
Supernatural + Mike

Supernatural + Sean P.

Mikey Likes It! He wasn't lying when he said we're rolling up in a titty wagon.

Cypress Hill tore up the stage that day, I must do a pair for these guys, Sen Dog, hit me up with your sizes!

and TEK. whattup!

Mikey Likes It Presents: The Bordeaux Art Show

2011-04-03T15:33:00.000-07:00

Revive Customs will be featured at The Bordeaux Art Show. Feel free to come through and chill with us at New York's Hype Lounge!

If your interested in picking up a pair before they release, hit up www.mikeylikesitnyc.com

OH, and don't forget to rock your HEAT! leave your beaters at home...

Channel One

2011-03-17T16:36:00.001-07:00

Size 12,

Email revivecustoms@hotmail.com

Channel Zero (Revisited)

2011-02-26T17:53:00.000-08:00

Currently taking orders.

150 USD all sizes available, (US7-US13),

Email revivecustoms@hotmail.com

"Geneva" (Nike Hybrid)

2011-01-29T20:14:00.000-08:00

Caught with a dilemma, my original air force V's were deteriorating. The air force 5 is my favorite nike shoe, released on my birth year. To handle the situation, I put an air force one sole to an air force 5 upper. Then the "Geneva" pattern was implemented on the mudguard along with 70s Motor Home/Trailer/RV stripes on the heel.

please contact revivecustoms@hotmail.com for purchasing information.

Dapper Dan

2010-08-31T12:43:00.001-07:00

This shoe is dedicated to one of the most prominent figures in the development of custom clothing and luxury streetwear. Dapper Dan was a father to custom culture as he tailored several iconic rappers during the mid 80s to early 90s. His boutique was located on 125th street Manhattan. He took high-fashion monogram prints and used them to create unique garments.

Rennie

2010-08-15T22:00:00.000-07:00

This is a pair that I created for my best friend Bradley Rennie. He just celebrated his birthday on the 14th of August.

Happy Birthday Brad!

Echelon

2010-08-03T08:05:00.001-07:00

Brooklyn Hip Hop Festival 2010

2010-07-18T11:28:00.000-07:00

Shout out to everybody involved at the Brooklyn Bodega, Fly Kickz, Iz a Trend, Mikey Likes it and Andre Clark. Good Times.

Buck Shot performing "Who got the Props"

OG Etonics...

I guess you can say it was worth it...

For all of those who signed up for the Sneaker Giveaway, the winner will be announced within the next few days.

FMF Car Show 2010 Recap

2010-07-18T10:24:00.001-07:00

Here's a late update of my experience at this years FMF Celebrity Car Show. The event had a great atmosphere filled with a plethora of sneaker and car aficionados and of course, there were lots of WOMEN. It was quite possibly the loudest event that i've been to in a very long time. At times, i would easily say the car sound systems were louder than the actual concert.

On to the Pictures...

C.N.N.

Capone showing some love

I swear, the vendor next to me had just about every major shoe release from the past 4 years

"We roll tight whips, everyday"

My ride there...

Hoppin' Trains

2010-07-13T18:00:00.001-07:00

This pair is created to recognize the work of underground rap artist Tim Single and his involvement in Hip Hop Culture. He is a prominent figure in New York's Lower East Side and is well-known for his eccentric fashion style. He is a relative of the Infamous Dapper Dan and has several pieces created by him. This shoe relates to his 90s song "Hoppin' Trains" which discusses the act of bombing subway cars. For those that haven't heard anything about him, he is one of the three people in the Tommy Boy Records Logo, He has appeared at a young age on the Newcleus track "Jam On It" (Wiki Wiki Wiki Wiki...) and has a few records he released under his own name. One of his records "New York to Paris" has an unreleased recording featuring the infamous Tupac Shakur. Tim Single is a behind the scenes legend.

1 Of 1 Project: Eraserhead

2010-06-30T09:38:00.000-07:00

Revive is currently involved with the 1 of 1 project charity auction.

"Former 3sixteen associate Chris Watchorn has been busy in his hometown of Winnipeg, Canada as he prepares the launch of his art project titled, The 1 of 1 Project. Bringing together a talented mix of artists, a blank Vans sneaker becomes the canvas for each personality. The ultimate goal was to both promote and grow the local Winnipeg creative scene alongside raising funds for The Children’s Hospital Foundation of Winnipeg. Among the participants for this notable cause include Mark Dean Veca, Phil Annand, Larry Luk as well as Watchhorn himself. The artist sneakers will be auctioned off on June 25th via eBay with more details and looks into the respective atist submissions seen over at The 1 of 1 Project website. The video seen above documents Chris Clarke and his process."

(taken from hypebeast)

THE ONE OF ONE PROJECT from Bill Acheson on Vimeo.

For those interested in bidding, please check out this link.

- REVIVE

Revive At The Funk Master Flex Car Show

2010-06-25T19:08:00.000-07:00

I'm Back.

2010-06-04T20:54:00.001-07:00

Niketalk Charity Auction

2010-05-19T10:20:00.003-07:00

On now, thanks for the support.

2010-04-08T07:13:00.000-07:00

Eraserhead

2010-04-07T09:27:00.000-07:00

This is a shoe created for the Vans Art Show. It will be raffled off and all proceeds will be going to charity. This shoe in particular was the third installment in a series devoted to my favorite horror movie directors. These Vans were created to honor the work of David Lynch in his 1976 film Eraserhead.

Stunts Blunts and Hip Hop

2010-04-03T21:11:00.000-07:00

In honor of Diamond D's 1992 album, Stunts Blunts and Hip Hop, these shoes were created to honor rap music and its connection with the sneaker culture. The air jordan 7 bordeaux's were worn by Diamond D on the cover, the designs were added to this particular pair to reflect the aesthetics of the album.

Size 11

What the One V.2

2010-01-23T21:17:00.001-08:00

This is the second installment of the "What the One" series. This time, the Nike Air Trainer 1 was chosen as a base to honor Nike's involvement in the development of Cross Training.

Only Available at Solefood NYC. Only one pair available. Size 9.

Site's Up

2010-01-08T07:42:00.000-08:00

Its finally up, check it out!

Fake Hellraisers

2010-01-05T09:09:00.001-08:00

They went in with these!

Fake Channel Zero Lows

2009-12-11T21:57:00.001-08:00

SOLEFOOD NYC BLACK FRIDAY SALE

2009-11-25T18:12:00.003-08:00

Fake What the Ones

2009-10-31T12:42:00.001-07:00

People Under The Stairs

2009-10-23T21:12:00.000-07:00

These shoes were created to honor the work of Wes Craven particularly in his 1991 film People Under the Stairs. They are the second installment on a series of my favorite horror movie directors. These shoes are 1 of 1 and will never be re-produced.

756

2009-10-11T20:04:00.000-07:00

These shoes were created for Matt Murphy of Solefood NYC. The shoe is reminiscent of a baseball glove commemorating the moment he caught Barry Bond's record breaking baseball. These shoes will not be reproduced.

FAKES! V.2

2009-10-08T21:01:00.001-07:00

I didn't think it could get THIS bad...

Collard Greens

2009-09-30T18:57:00.003-07:00

Available at Solefood NYC

DUNKXCHANGE

2009-09-29T17:06:00.000-07:00

Revive Customs will be attending this weekends DunkXChange. Sole food's bringing the ice cream....

Cigarette

2009-09-23T21:12:00.000-07:00

What the One?

2009-09-17T21:55:00.000-07:00

These shoes were created for Mike Cole of Solefood NYC. He is a great friend of mine that has helped me out a lot in the past. He's an air jordan connoisseur who will be a great contribution to the footwear industry in the future. Keep doing your thing Mike!

Hellraiser

2009-08-07T07:00:00.000-07:00

This is the first installment in a series I'm working on which basically covers a list of my favorite horror movie directors. The Hellraiser shoe was created to honor the work of Clive Barker. These are 1 of 1 and will never be reproduced.

if you are interested in purchasing this shoe, they are available at Solefood NYC on 38 Lispenard.
Size. 11.5

Solefood NYC Summer Sale

2009-08-05T13:22:00.000-07:00

Sale starts today. I have a few pieces for sale on the table, come quick because they are going fast!

BACK 2 SCHOOL FASHION BLOCK PARTY @ SOLEFOOD NYC

2009-07-28T18:57:00.000-07:00

All i can say is, this is an event i've been waiting a very long time for. This will be the biggest event to date ever to come out of Solefood NYC. I will be personally giving away some work i've done in the past for free! If you appreciate the custom artwork movement it would be vital to show some support at this event. All of us at Solefood NYC appreciate it sincerely and we are excited to see all of you this saturday. i suggest you all to bring friends! there will be give aways throughout the day.

Heres the info:

KIANTE THE SNEAKER MANN PRESENTS
BACK 2 SCHOOL FASHION BLOCK PARTY
@ SOLEFOOD NYC

“Encouraging Kids to Lead Healthier Lifestyles while Reaching for Success"

New York, NY – Sneaker maven Kiante “The Sneaker Mann” Young is organizing the Kiante The Sneaker Mann’s Back 2 School Fashion Block Party on August 1st on Lispenard Street (btw Church Street and Broadway) in TriBeCa. Taking place from 12pm – 6pm, parents and teens will be introduced to whats new for back to school. Sponsored by The Source Magazine, attendees will be treated to a fashion show, live paintings honoring Michael Jackson and tons of giveaways from companies like Sprite Green, Foot Locker, Wise Popcorn and others.

Kiante The Sneaker Mann is one of America's foremost fashion and sneaker experts. He showcases the latest footwear trends on news shows across the USA. From athletic sneakers to fashion forward sneakers, Kiante knows his kicks. To date, he has appeared in well over 170 news segments across America in cities like NY, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Detroit, DC, San Antonio, Las Vegas, Dallas, Chicago, Indianapolis, Memphis, Hawaii, San Diego, Charlotte, Austin, Miami and many more. Aside from all that, he is an award-winning entrepreneur as well as a former Coca-Cola Ambassador. The Sneaker Mann is a recipient of the OppenheimerFunds Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award for his ambitious nature of giving back.

Touching so many lives with his music, Michael Jackson showed the world how to love. In honor of all that he has done, several artist will be painting MJ on canvases live. Sponsored by custom art and sneaker boutique Solefood NYC, artists painting live includes

Styled by The Source Magazine’s Rohn Padmore and OJ Williams, the fashion show will begin at 1pm and will showcase Fall fashions from Forever 21, Akademiks, Sabit, B. DES, Pastry, Adidas, Baby Phat/Phat Farm and many more. When asked why he is doing this event, Kiante states, “I have always worked hard to succeed and hoped that through my success, others can be inspired. With so many negative in our lives (like the ecomony) why not have one day of where people can have a good time for free.”

Cargo Trade Show

2009-07-17T10:11:00.000-07:00

Revive Customs will be attending the Cargo Trade Show, Remember to vote in the custom sneaker competition!

For more information about the event, please click here

Channel Zero Update

2009-07-09T08:35:00.001-07:00

The channel zeros are currently being sent back to the factory because we felt like making a few changes. Don't worry, the shoes will still be coming out soon but the release will be pushed back until september. I'd like to thank everybody for being so patient!

Stay Tuned.

CHANNEL ZEROS ARE COMING

2009-06-03T08:44:00.000-07:00

First of all, i would like to thank everybody for being so patient with the release of the Channel Zeros. Our Samples are almost complete and should be receiving them in approximately 14 days. Pictures and information will be released once we have the samples.

Stay tuned.

Canal Street

2009-04-30T08:56:00.001-07:00

Available at Solefood NYC on 38 Lispenarde
Size 9

NEW EVENT

2009-04-25T06:57:00.000-07:00

the first time ever at a sneaker convention toys, barbers, food, live art, ice cream, more...... see you there....

DUNKXCHANGE

2009-03-26T20:41:00.001-07:00

You already know... Solefood NYC table...

Sneaker Con

2009-02-27T14:00:00.001-08:00

Revive Customs will be at SneakerCon this sunday at the SoleFood NYC table. Show some love!

Event Date:
Sunday, March 1st, 2009 12-7PM

Event Location:
Time Square Arts Center
669 8th Avenue
Between W. 42nd and W. 43rd St.
New York, New York

Trains:
A,C,E,1,2,3,7,N,Q,R,S,B,D,F

Solefood NYC "Catfish" edition

2009-02-21T22:23:00.000-08:00

For the #1 sneaker store specializing in custom footwear. If you are interested in purchasing these, please contact Solefood NYC.

Sizes Available: 11.5

Decepticons

2009-02-21T22:18:00.000-08:00

A tribute to the legendary street gang.

Size available: 9 (SOLD)

FAKES!

2009-01-17T19:19:00.000-08:00

**BEWARE** some idiots on the net are making fakes of my Channel Zeros. i had a feeling something like this would happen but believe me, we will be taking care of it.

DO NOT ORDER ANY SHOES FROM THE FOLLOWING SITE:

http://www.nike-dunks.net/nike-dunks-channel-zero-p-1555.html

IF YOU WANT THE REAL ONES.. CONTACT SOLEFOOD NYC. THEY ARE THE ONLY RETAILER OF AUTHENTIC REVIVE CUSTOMS PRODUCTS.

Air Trainer Carnivore

2008-08-06T20:04:00.000-07:00

The following shoe was created for myself. I decided to recreate one of my holy grails (Nike Air Carnivore) on a pair of Nike Air Trainer 1's.

Nike Air carnivore:

My Creation:

PAID IN FULL

2008-07-23T19:00:00.000-07:00

The following shoes were created for the Mobile Jam Fest contest winner. the competition involved a large amount of people submitting their shoe designs and the winner got their shoe created by me. Props to the winner! your design was great, and i hope you enjoy your shoes!

also props to Masia One for linking me up with this opportunity!

Check her site out here

AVOID THE NOID

2008-07-18T18:13:00.000-07:00

DROPS TOMORROW (07/19/08)
Sizes Available: 11, 11 and a 9

Orange Skins

2008-07-06T11:10:00.000-07:00

"Lava Shaft"

2008-06-24T20:16:00.001-07:00

Hypothesis

2008-06-24T20:08:00.001-07:00

Up for grabs, Size 11

Stitch

2008-06-16T20:07:00.000-07:00

Leopard Heels

2008-06-16T20:03:00.001-07:00

Merry Christmas!

2007-12-25T11:03:00.000-08:00

Revive Customs wishes everybody Happy Holidays!

Geology Phase 2

2007-12-25T10:46:00.001-08:00

Safari 07'

2007-12-18T10:57:00.000-08:00

20th anniversary of the Safari 87'

Geology (Phase 1): Turquoise

2007-12-18T10:52:00.000-08:00

Currently on sale at Identity
Size: 10.5

Mechanical Mayhem

2007-12-18T10:47:00.000-08:00

Channel Zero

2007-12-18T10:43:00.000-08:00

Featured on Sneaker Obsession:

RAIN

2007-12-18T10:24:00.000-08:00

Featured on Sneaker Obsession:

Concrete Commander

2007-12-18T10:21:00.000-08:00

Grey Matter

2007-12-18T10:12:00.000-08:00

Currently on sale at Identity
Size: 11.5

Twilight Tapestry

2007-12-18T10:07:00.000-08:00

Currently on sale at Identity
Size: 10.5

The Beginning

2007-12-18T09:50:00.000-08:00

Currently on sale at Identity
(Cosmic Confusion) Size: 12

Welcome!

2007-12-18T09:23:00.000-08:00

For the people wondering who i am, i'm a sneaker customizer from Canada. I created this blog to update my followers with the latest custom creation, or news related to Revive Customs. This blog will act as a retrospective so you guys can see the recent history of Revive Customs.

If you haven't already... Add yourself to the Facebook group.

For anybody interested in purchasing my work, i suggest you check out Solefood NYC

Located at 38 lispenarde street in between church and broadway.