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The durable foam material in mouse pads make them a great free source for making your own boot insoles. Simply trace around each foot while standing on a pad, then allow for a bit more material all around. Trim to fit with scissors.
My relatively small Size 8s mean two pads are generally just right. Larger-footed folks will probably need a third pad in order to have enough material to piece together.
R. HIMES Vienna, Ohio
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