DIY Roller Skate Toe Caps

My new roller derby hobby has kept me busy this year! Here’s a free printable pattern for toe caps. These protect your skates from getting scuffed.

Tips:

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I’ve tried these toe caps on a variety of skates: Riedells, Bonts, Impalas… and I’ve found that they fit pretty well. There’s some wiggle room in the design that will allow you to adjust it for an ideal fit.

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Let’s talk materials: Leather is my first choice because of its durability. You’ll either need an 8.5 x 11 sheet, or two 6×6 inch squares. I bought turquoise leather for $7 using a coupon at JoAnn’s. It can be hard to find good colors, but there are many Etsy shops that sell leather pieces in a rainbow of colors.

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You can also use vinyl as a less expensive option. You can even recycle a handbag for this project. However, I recommend using a nail file to scratch up a small section of the material so you can see what it will look like when the toe guard gets scuffed. If another color shows through, this isn’t the best choice. If the color runs all the way through the material, it will probably work just fine.

How to:

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Print the free Toe Cap pattern. Cut it out, removing the wedge shapes and circle holes. 

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Now we’ll test the paper pattern for fit. Fold the upper flaps behind the front flap, so that the points meet at center, and tape in place.  Fold the lower flaps behind the bottom flap so that the corners just touch the outside edge of the toe stop hole. Tape in place.

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Remove the toe stop from your skate and slide on the paper toe guard. Check to make sure the toe guard hole aligns with the hole on your skate, and that it is cut large enough. If the toe guard is too narrow to slide onto your skate, untape the upper flaps and adjust them so the points are farther apart. Retape and try it on again. If it’s a good fit, mark the new placement on the pattern.

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I like to trace my pattern directly on the back of my material (the marks will be on the inside, so they won’t show). Trace close to the edge of the material to ensure that you’ll be able to cut both toe caps from it. Remember to mark the holes and slits as well.

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Next we will add the eyelets for the laces. Fold the upper flaps behind the top flap so the points meet at center. (Or, if you made adjustments, check your pattern to see what distance to space them apart.) Using a punch or awl, punch through both layers of fabric. Insert an eyelet and use an eyelet setter to secure them. 

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Next we will secure the flaps. You can either sew them or use double cap rivets.

SEWING: Leather can be difficult to sew through; I recommend switching to a leather needle, adjusting your tension, and lengthening your stitches. Practice on a piece of scrap material first. You will be sewing 4 straight lines, along where the stars are shown on the pattern. Be sure the flaps are folded underneath as you did when testing the paper pattern.

DOUBLE CAP RIVETS: Punch the rivet holes where they are shown by the stars on the pattern. Use a double cap rivet setter to secure. (I bought the rivets and setter at JoAnn’s.)

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Place the toe cap on your skate and tighten the toe stop, being careful to hold the material in place so it won’t twist as you secure the toe stop. Add your lace by poking down through the front of the toe guard, then continue lacing as normal.   

Please do not resell this pattern or items made from this pattern. Personal use / gifts are okay.

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30 thoughts on “DIY Roller Skate Toe Caps

  1. Julianna McDuffie says

    Hey Marzi— I made a modification to this amazing pattern for Quick attachment that doesn’t require lacing into the skate— Wanted to share, but I can’t seem to get the brag form to work. Let me know if you are interested.

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  16. Angie says

    Thank you so much!! Just bought a new pair of skates and didn’t want to ruin them when I fall – which I do a lot!!

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