BEFORE & AFTER treatment/ restoration/ repair (pics ONLY)

[Addy]

Please post any "before" and "after" pics with a quick explanation of what was done and who did it

The thread for comments about the transformations is here:

Rejuventating, Repairing or Restoring Your Balenciaga

found a small rip in my new shrug. what should I do? should i try to exchange for a new one (though I'm sure shirise is totally sold out). Should I try to get more discount? HELP! :cry:

forum.purseblog.com

 

[fashionmaudel]

After: Bish’s Original Tear Mender on corners with large rips, then Coconix Leather repair (custom mixed color to match) on all piping, top edge glazing, and handle glazing. Also used little scissors to cut away all of the little threads coming out. Hardest part was matching the color, wish I was an artist and could have matched it even better

 

[fashionmaudel]

Also repaired small tears on my Vert Gazon handles with the Bish’s original tear mender. Decided not to use the leather repair because the leather covered everything once glued down. I’ll let you all know how both products wear over time.

 

[Monera]

Mended with Coconix, approx 0.25" tear and some other small tears on the handle. Then painted over with Angelus glossy black. I also repaired corners with that same combo but forgot to take a before pic. I wouldn't recommend using the brush that came with the Coconix it's very stiff and not precise. I used a small makeup brush and some cheap makeup sponges to help w the application

 

[foxgal]

I just got a preloved Rose Corail classic money wallet (from 2013 I believe?) for a song! The interior is completely spotless, doesn’t even look used once, but the front had many sections of visible edge wear. Maybe it was a store demo and then just sat in someone’s closet?

I was able to create a pretty close color match with acrylic paint and used a fine sponge, toothpick and calligraphy nib to touch it up. Will seal with leather finisher. Very tickled with the results! Pics before, after with supplies, and corner detail.

 

[Rose100]

Before and after 2004 gray Twiggy.

My response seems to have disappeared...what did you use to condition the leather, it's a very nice improvement?

The leather was stripped of its finish, and it was almost suede.
I used this.
It took a lot, however, to make it look close to what it is supposed to, and I’m not suggesting anyone try it.
Conditioner would not have worked, because it would have been absorbed in the leather, and resulted in a solid block of darker gray, which would have ruined the look.

 

[yuzulife]

Lanie's 05 Teal City deserved some in-home spa days/nights. Used leather CPR which breathed new life into this beautiful bag. May do one more after this but pretty satisfied with the current result.

Before:


1st Cleaning & Conditioning: 24 Hours After - the leather was really dry and soaked up a ton!


2nd Cleaning & Conditioning: 3 Hours After (stains have lightened up a bit or maybe it just blends in better now haha )

 

[yuzulife]

Just like @muchstuff predicted, was able to get the stain out of this 2005 Boar and Denim First with just some mild soap (I used regular Dawn dishwashing liquid), some cold water, and a super light scrub. Thank you @muchstuff! Didn't have to take it to the cleaners after all.

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After:

 

[Conni618]

Have to give kudos to LovingMyBags, for magic work on a floppy, somewhat stretched out handle on my new-to-me
03 Chocolate City. Happily it was only the back handle, and now it looks brand new.
Here's before and after:

 

[haisley]

Restrung the cord on my S/S 2016 Iridescent ME City today. Have to give a big shoutout to @kerryisntreal for the much needed assistance in walking me through the steps. I’m thrilled with the results and found this project to be a lot fun actually. If you all would like a step-by-step guide posted, please let me know.

BEFORE



AFTER

 

[haisley]

Wow! Fantastic! Looks brand new. Congratulations on time well spent! Have you told us which threading you found? It looks perfect!

Thank you!

Here’s the link to the cord. I used #30 which is black.

Premium Quality 2.5mm Japanese Waxed Cord

Premium Quality 2.5mm Japanese Waxed Cord 2.5mm Japanese Waxed Cotton Cord this woven round cord contains a light wax treatment for a soft, flexible drape. It is made of biodegradable cotton and knots securely. Item Number : #5313Color : 31 ColorsSize : 2.5mmContent : Cotton 70%, Mixed Yarn 30%...

pacifictrimming.com

 

[iluvmybags]

So after moisturizing CeeJay's Olive Brown City with my trusty old Cadillac leather lotion along with Lovin my Bags Moisture & Shine, I decided to just start buffing the leather. Little by little, I buffed with a soft cloth small sections of the leather at a time.

As of today, here's how it looks compared to what it looked like after originally moisturizing it when I first received it (before buffing). Some of the shine has been restored (not entirely) and the color is more even and looks more like the color I remember
(today on the right, last month on the left)

 

[iluvmybags]

I recently purchased a Flat Brass First in Black from Corey at A Real Deal
It was described as having a white stain on the lining
It looks more like some kind of burn or if the fabric somehow melted -- the lining is misshapen and hard like plastic

I ordered some canvas fabric tape to cover it up.
Its far to one side, near the corner so it's not in an obvious spot
The tape actually worked really well & blends with the black canvas perfectly
Of course its obvious here since I'm aiming the camera at it, but you don't really notice it all when just looking inside

Here's a link to the fabric tape.
Its 2 large squares that you can cut down to size. Since all Bbags have the same lining (or most do anyhow), maybe this could come in handy for others

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B9Y3XN9R/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&th=1

 

[iluvmybags]

There's actually cheaper fabric tape at WalMart that I tried first, but its more like nylon and even tho I think it looked OK, I wanted to try the more matte canvas tape instead (which I prefer)

Bondex Black 8"x 8" Peel and Stick Pressure Sensitive Patches, 2 Pieces - Walmart.com

Tomorrow Buy Bondex Black 8"x 8" Peel and Stick Pressure Sensitive Patches, 2 Pieces at Walmart.com

www.walmart.com

 

[haisley]

S/S 2004 PHW Dark Turquoise First minor touch-up color repair.

Products used: Saphir Beaute Du Cuir Crème Polish. I ended up mixing a few colors to achieve a tint color that worked best.

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Another touch-up area.

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[haisley]

Mini City Mini Makeover

F/W 2014 Olive Green Nylon Mini City

Treated rub marks with Saphir Beaute Du Cuir Crème Polish and used Zelikovitz Professional Satin Top Coat. In hindsight, I should have used a matte top coat, but ended up treating all the edges so everything matches.

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Front & Back (Before & After):