Okay, before and after pics of my recent purchase. Circa 1990 Spectator Binocular Bag.
Great job on the bag! I love that style. What is this a closeup of?
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I actually did use a color catcher in this particular bag washing, and it didn't help. Well it did catch even MORE of the color than what landed on the bag, but the bag still got it too.
Well, I guess it could have been worse! You got it cleaned up really well though. I haven't tried the color catcher sheets.
yeah, I've not had any other Hampton bags do this to me, and I've washed several varieties. This particular dye batch on the leather (vachetta I think) just bled a LOT!!
The top folds over and this is a pic of the stiffener, leather, that was used to firm it up. The flap covering it came unglued, its in another pic towards the bottom of pics.
When I saw it I was sure I'd seen it before.
Mine is going to need to have the black dye freshened up. I haven't attempted dyeing a bag yet. Now I'm feeling inspired.When I saw it I was sure I'd seen it before.
So I've been spending lots of TLC time with my Bonnie Cashin gal this afternoon. And I couldn't resist loading her up and taking a pic.
First - this is after the latest round of conditioner. I love how durable old leather is!
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Next - here's a modeling shot. She's a cute little thing!
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And, finally - what she holds. I was surprised...she's pretty roomy! The joys of a bucket style.
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I am just loving her more and more.
ADORABLE!!!!! what a killer find
so so happy for ya!
I know! Sometimes I want to send the ebay seller a picture but I figure that would just make them feel bad! It is almost dry and I have already applied one coat of Blackrock's. It is looking good!
I got my Manor bag today. Boy is it heavy!Done deal after shots of 99 cents Manor
Help, please. I recently won a Chelsea Hobo in Nubuc & Cowhide, its creed F10898. Anyways, it really really needs a good cleaning. I've been trying to find the correct way, but everything I'm reading contradicts each other. Any suggestions are hugely appreciated. This bag is the cutest, and I can't wait to carry it. I will post before and afters once I get it sparkly!
I just sent an abbreviated version of my general process for rehabbing a vintage glove-tanned bag to a TPFer, so I am copying the information here for future reference:
Process for rehabbing an unlined vintage, glove-tanned cowhide Coach bag (not suede or pebbled or other special, exotic, or delicate leather*):
- If the hangtag is missing, call Coach Coach Customer Service to request a free replacement
- Make sure the bag is clean inside, vacuum it out if it needs it
- Give it a nice long sudsy bath in Ivory or Dawn or Woolite
- Rinse well and let it drain in the sink for a bit
- Stuff it with old towels or clean rags, shape it and set it on a towel to dry (turning occasionally)
- Wait 24 hours and then remove the towels and let it continue drying
- While it is still damp apply a moisturizer like Apple, Leather CPR, Lexol, or Leather Therapy
- Over the next few days, if the leather feels dry or rough or seems to dry out quickly, give it a few more applications of moisturizer. Don't let the moisturizer build-up in the seams and crevices
- When it is dry apply Black Rocks Leather N Rich: use sparingly, work on small sections at a time, wipe off the excess and then buff.
- Give the bag at least 24 hours "to let the leather rest" and give it a second application of Black Rocks if it still looks faded and scuffed.
- Polish the hardware with an appropriate metal polish (e.g., Wenol or Brasso). If the hardware and/or the leather touching the hardware has turned green, search this thread for information on removing verdigris.
- If there has been edging loss from the sides of the straps, touch them up with matching acrylic paint, let the paint dry for 24 hours
- Wear and enjoy a beautifully rehabbed bag!
Note: This is just the process that I have used successfully with several bags - that doesn't mean it is a universal method that will work well on every bag. If you are a new rehabber or if it is an unusual bag and/or has a special problem, it is a good idea to post detailed pictures here to ask for advice from multiple rehabbers. It is also wise to spot-check products in an obscure area before applying it widely to the bag. Good luck, rehabbing is fun but addictive!
*This doesn't mean that delicate, exotic, pebbled, suede or lined bags can't be rehabbed, but they may need special treatment - ask rehabbers here for advice before you begin!
Process for rehabbing an unlined vintage, glove-tanned cowhide Coach bag (not suede or pebbled or other special, exotic, or delicate leather*):
- If the hangtag is missing, call Coach Coach Customer Service to request a free replacement
- Make sure the bag is clean inside, vacuum it out if it needs it
- Give it a nice long sudsy bath in Ivory or Dawn or Woolite
- Rinse well and let it drain in the sink for a bit
- Stuff it with old towels or clean rags, shape it and set it on a towel to dry (turning occasionally)
- Wait 24 hours and then remove the towels and let it continue drying
- While it is still damp apply a moisturizer like Apple, Leather CPR, Lexol, or Leather Therapy
- Over the next few days, if the leather feels dry or rough or seems to dry out quickly, give it a few more applications of moisturizer. Don't let the moisturizer build-up in the seams and crevices
- When it is dry apply Black Rocks Leather N Rich: use sparingly, work on small sections at a time, wipe off the excess and then buff.
- Give the bag at least 24 hours "to let the leather rest" and give it a second application of Black Rocks if it still looks faded and scuffed.
- Polish the hardware with an appropriate metal polish (e.g., Wenol or Brasso). If the hardware and/or the leather touching the hardware has turned green, search this thread for information on removing verdigris.
- If there has been edging loss from the sides of the straps, touch them up with matching acrylic paint, let the paint dry for 24 hours
- Wear and enjoy a beautifully rehabbed bag!
Note: This is just the process that I have used successfully with several bags - that doesn't mean it is a universal method that will work well on every bag. If you are a new rehabber or if it is an unusual bag and/or has a special problem, it is a good idea to post detailed pictures here to ask for advice from multiple rehabbers. It is also wise to spot-check products in an obscure area before applying it widely to the bag. Good luck, rehabbing is fun but addictive!
*This doesn't mean that delicate, exotic, pebbled, suede or lined bags can't be rehabbed, but they may need special treatment - ask rehabbers here for advice before you begin!
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