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skydive nikki · Jul 18th, 2009, 02:26 PM

I like the all leather Bea. I hope you can restore her back to her old self! Good score!

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 03:12 PM

Originally Posted by asark

While it was an awesome score overall, the stains would have made me loose my marbles. A little darkening or a little spotting on a rare beauty like this and I'd say ok... but this took nerve (IMHO) to resell online w/o detailed pics of the imperfections.

I'm delighted she has a loving home where she will only receive the best of care though! A bag couldn't ask for a better mom

I understand what you are saying Asark. Honestly I would have liked pics of the actual bag, but I thought about it. If I had even thought of sending it back, what would have happened to her? I mean since it is a limited edition of 50, and the fact that the PM stuff will be no more, I couldn't bear the thought of someone just throwing her away.

Do I think HH should sell restoration projects? No, not really but I am ok with it. The rarity and the leather make up for it. I will admit though in the daylight for like a second I wondered what I had done....LOL..Yep just call me momma to a cast-aside Beatrice. (kind of like a couple rescue doggies I have

)

Thanks Skydive. KDO and Merrygold!

Miss Curly · Jul 18th, 2009, 03:13 PM

Can't wait to see the transformation as you restore her.

I wonder if HH could tell you more about where she came from and why they handled the sale? It must have belonged to someone there, don't you think? Quite a little mystery. I would have to know where it came from.

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 03:27 PM

I think I am going to call Nitza or Ashley Monday and ask them MissCurly. I'm curious myself.

sirene · Jul 18th, 2009, 03:32 PM

I love the Bea! I just ordered some Lexol for my Saddle Barnard, but it won't arrive for a week, so I'm very curious to see how it works for you.

Wouldn't it be cool if the bag were Toni's?

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 04:14 PM

That would be totally cool...it's so strange but I feel an affinity for the silly bag, just because no one wanted her anymore...Isn't that weird?

Miss Curly · Jul 18th, 2009, 04:16 PM

Originally Posted by Ms.Lizardo

I think I am going to call Nitza or Ashley Monday and ask them MissCurly. I'm curious myself.

Let us know if you find something out.

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 04:18 PM

Will do Miss curly!!

dcblam · Jul 18th, 2009, 04:35 PM

Originally Posted by Ms.Lizardo

That would be totally cool...it's so strange but I feel an affinity for the silly bag, just because no one wanted her anymore...Isn't that weird?

NO, it's NOT weird, I TOTALLY understand. YOU can appreciate its inherent beauty and uniqueness.....and imperfections. Some bags are meant to look pristine, others, to show their "life" - the wear and tear that happens with the journey. You can see that this bag has many years of whopping it up, and that you want it to be your companion through YOUR journey. The fact that someone didn't see or value this realtionship is a bit of a pity, BUT than....it would not have found YOU. I know, kinda quirky and romantic, but I have a soft spot when it comes to a sense of history, even for inanimate objects!

Am so stoked for you....take your time at coaxing her back to wellness AND do follow the expert advice of Stormy, we are so lucky to have her around.

This bag is timeless........both shape and leather. It's something that will get better and better with age.

for you!

kate83675 · Jul 18th, 2009, 05:04 PM

Bea is just lovely Ms. Lizardo, so glad you have her! I'm very curious to see her during and after your ministrations to bring her back to her old self; she's found the right home with you.

I agree though that there should have been photos showing exactly what she looked like but when she was $118 and scarce as hen's teeth you probably would have taken her anyway.

It surprises me that she was sold in the overflow sale when we can see the clear signs of use she's showing. She'd have gone for more on an auction site though.

azgoldengirl26 · Jul 18th, 2009, 05:06 PM

To die for! I have now found my HG. I do think it's strange that HH sold an obviously used bag, but what a score! I'm curious to see how the Lexol works on saddle, I have the cleaner and conditioner, but have been hesitant to use either on my saddle Suki because of possible darkening. I thought the Neatsfoot might work better. Of course Stormy is the expert and knows 100% more than I do. Can't wait to see the after photos.

I also think it's funny that HH describes it as a "small satchel". There isn't anything small about her!

Enjoy!!!!!!

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 05:12 PM

Originally Posted by dcblam

NO, it's NOT weird, I TOTALLY understand. YOU can appreciate its inherent beauty and uniqueness.....and imperfections. Some bags are meant to look pristine, others, to show their "life" - the wear and tear that happens with the journey. You can see that this bag has many years of whopping it up, and that you want it to be your companion through YOUR journey. The fact that someone didn't see or value this realtionship is a bit of a pity, BUT than....it would not have found YOU. I know, kinda quirky and romantic, but I have a soft spot when it comes to a sense of history, even for inanimate objects!

Am so stoked for you....take your time at coaxing her back to wellness AND do follow the expert advice of Stormy, we are so lucky to have her around.

This bag is timeless........both shape and leather. It's something that will get better and better with age.

for you!

OMG Blammie

...somebody understands how I feel about history and a soft spot for beautiful, albeit inanimate, object!! To have seen what Ms. Beatrice has seen...LOL...I am weird like that. All over Italy whenever I was walking I used to just wonder who in the world, maybe artist or Roman soldier, had once stepped on the place in the street I was walking ....LOL

And yes Stormy is THE BEST...she just pm'ed me instructions!! Which I will post in case other's need them for their lovlies.

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 05:25 PM

Ok, I just heard form Stormy!! She is so wonderful and such a vast wealth of Knowledge. We are so lucky to have here here to help. I am posting this in case anyone else needs this for one of theeir beauties. Thanks Stormy!!

I'd feel confident with Lexol Cleanser, and that with the right techniques, the water spots could mostly disappear, but the areas that are most worn may bea trouble, so bea VERY gentle.
(Bea generous with the cleanser on those handles) What you will see is the patina washing off, a brighter cleaner color that will look matte. That's how it should bea. when you do the cleansing you might see lots of stains or greyish areas where it was worn down too much,(dirt can be hiding a lot of little problems) Cleansing will reveal the naked state, but If it is not pristine, stop there. Do not proceed with conditioning, yet.
You can Go ahead and follow Lexol cleanser instructions gently and lets see where we are before the next step. Don't get the bag wet and make sure you use a "feathering" motion with your cleanser- damp cloth on the water spots, from the center of the spot out in all directions ~keep a wet edge, like painting. If you have a very soft complexion brush, I'd say that's the best for the handles and all over to get in the grain pattern. (walgreens) Have lots of clean white rags or t shirts dampened for the rinsing, change frequently.
Don't bea nervous, (we can't call the place til Monday anyhow.)!
Looking at the picture you posted, it looks very doable to me. After cleansing, wait overnight for her to dry, You may see where it needs more cleaning,( some marks can reappear,) so go over those spots again. Dry completely before determining her readiness for conditioning,

*You will need A brand new never been used SOFTEST natuaral bristle shoe shine brush and sheepwool when we get to the final steps.

I know you say you are almost OK with it now, but she can bea soooo gorgeous.

Sybaryte · Jul 18th, 2009, 06:26 PM

What a silly girl that Stormy bea! Looking forward to your renovation of this gorgeous bag, Ms.Liz. But I'd be disappointed if Toni was the previous owner...I would hope she knows to take better care of Saddle leather.

Ms.Lizardo · Jul 18th, 2009, 07:12 PM

Good point Syb......hadn't even thought of that. That could be embarassing....LOL

Yea Stormy bea is a trip!! The whole pm was bea-utifully written!!

Jul 18th, 2009, 03:13 PM	#18
Miss Curly Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 724	Can't wait to see the transformation as you restore her. I wonder if HH could tell you more about where she came from and why they handled the sale? It must have belonged to someone there, don't you think? Quite a little mystery. I would have to know where it came from.
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Jul 18th, 2009, 03:27 PM	#19
Ms.Lizardo OP Member Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Sunny South Florida Posts: 8,333	I think I am going to call Nitza or Ashley Monday and ask them MissCurly. I'm curious myself.
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Jul 18th, 2009, 03:32 PM	#20
sirene H1N1 sucks Joined: Oct 2007 Posts: 831	I love the Bea! I just ordered some Lexol for my Saddle Barnard, but it won't arrive for a week, so I'm very curious to see how it works for you. Wouldn't it be cool if the bag were Toni's?
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Jul 18th, 2009, 04:14 PM	#21
Ms.Lizardo OP Member Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Sunny South Florida Posts: 8,333	That would be totally cool...it's so strange but I feel an affinity for the silly bag, just because no one wanted her anymore...Isn't that weird?
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Jul 18th, 2009, 04:18 PM	#23
Ms.Lizardo OP Member Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Sunny South Florida Posts: 8,333	Will do Miss curly!!
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Jul 18th, 2009, 02:26 PM	#16
skydive nikki HH hoarder Joined: Mar 2009 Location: Detroit Rock City Posts: 3,364	I like the all leather Bea. I hope you can restore her back to her old self! Good score!

Jul 18th, 2009, 05:04 PM	#25
kate83675 Throw It!! Joined: Nov 2008 Location: SW Florida Posts: 2,018	Bea is just lovely Ms. Lizardo, so glad you have her! I'm very curious to see her during and after your ministrations to bring her back to her old self; she's found the right home with you. I agree though that there should have been photos showing exactly what she looked like but when she was $118 and scarce as hen's teeth you probably would have taken her anyway. It surprises me that she was sold in the overflow sale when we can see the clear signs of use she's showing. She'd have gone for more on an auction site though.
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Jul 18th, 2009, 05:06 PM	#26
azgoldengirl26 Member Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 158	To die for! I have now found my HG. I do think it's strange that HH sold an obviously used bag, but what a score! I'm curious to see how the Lexol works on saddle, I have the cleaner and conditioner, but have been hesitant to use either on my saddle Suki because of possible darkening. I thought the Neatsfoot might work better. Of course Stormy is the expert and knows 100% more than I do. Can't wait to see the after photos. I also think it's funny that HH describes it as a "small satchel". There isn't anything small about her! Enjoy!!!!!!
azgoldengirl26 Member Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 158

Jul 18th, 2009, 05:25 PM	#28
Ms.Lizardo OP Member Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Sunny South Florida Posts: 8,333	Ok, I just heard form Stormy!! She is so wonderful and such a vast wealth of Knowledge. We are so lucky to have here here to help. I am posting this in case anyone else needs this for one of theeir beauties. Thanks Stormy!! I'd feel confident with Lexol Cleanser, and that with the right techniques, the water spots could mostly disappear, but the areas that are most worn may bea trouble, so bea VERY gentle. (Bea generous with the cleanser on those handles) What you will see is the patina washing off, a brighter cleaner color that will look matte. That's how it should bea. when you do the cleansing you might see lots of stains or greyish areas where it was worn down too much,(dirt can be hiding a lot of little problems) Cleansing will reveal the naked state, but If it is not pristine, stop there. Do not proceed with conditioning, yet. You can Go ahead and follow Lexol cleanser instructions gently and lets see where we are before the next step. Don't get the bag wet and make sure you use a "feathering" motion with your cleanser- damp cloth on the water spots, from the center of the spot out in all directions ~keep a wet edge, like painting. If you have a very soft complexion brush, I'd say that's the best for the handles and all over to get in the grain pattern. (walgreens) Have lots of clean white rags or t shirts dampened for the rinsing, change frequently. Don't bea nervous, (we can't call the place til Monday anyhow.)! Looking at the picture you posted, it looks very doable to me. After cleansing, wait overnight for her to dry, You may see where it needs more cleaning,( some marks can reappear,) so go over those spots again. Dry completely before determining her readiness for conditioning, *You will need A brand new never been used SOFTEST natuaral bristle shoe shine brush and sheepwool when we get to the final steps. I know you say you are almost OK with it now, but she can bea soooo gorgeous.
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Jul 18th, 2009, 06:26 PM	#29
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	What a silly girl that Stormy bea! Looking forward to your renovation of this gorgeous bag, Ms.Liz. But I'd be disappointed if Toni was the previous owner...I would hope she knows to take better care of Saddle leather.
Sybaryte Sofa King Banned Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 3,911	Last edited by Sybaryte; Jul 18th, 2009 at 06:30 PM.

Jul 18th, 2009, 07:12 PM	#30
Ms.Lizardo OP Member Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Sunny South Florida Posts: 8,333	Good point Syb......hadn't even thought of that. That could be embarassing....LOL Yea Stormy bea is a trip!! The whole pm was bea-utifully written!!
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