I have a Kristen pleated satchel in cognac from last year that has lost color on the corners. Any tips on how to rehab that? The wear areas are lighter, it seems like it needs dye but that seems very scary to me.
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Blackrocks is great for masking this. It isn't a permanent solution, but as long as you keep applying it as needed, it is usually all you need. You can also try to find an acrylic paint to match and mix that with conditioner for a more permanent solution that is less scarier than dying. You can clean it off if you don't like it.I have a Kristen pleated satchel in cognac from last year that has lost color on the corners. Any tips on how to rehab that? The wear areas are lighter, it seems like it needs dye but that seems very scary to me.
I have a Kristen pleated satchel in cognac from last year that has lost color on the corners. Any tips on how to rehab that? The wear areas are lighter, it seems like it needs dye but that seems very scary to me.
Not sure if y'all remember the Pigpen Station Bag I picked up a few weeks ago...
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Since I'm in a holding pattern waiting to get my hands on my Watermelon Tote, I decided to tackle this gal this week.
I wiped her down with Lexol Wipes to get some surface crud off and applied some Oxy Gel to a couple of spots. About to put her in a bath with some Dawn Complete and scrub her down.
She'll likely be my first use of Black Rock as well, so I'm excited to try it!
I'll keep you posted if I can pull off an extreme makeover with this little chocolate brown lass!!
Hi all, my first time in the rehab and care forum...I need help for two bags, please!
Bag 1: Coach Soho Small Hobo - Cream
its pretty scuffed up but the stitching is solid and the inside is clean but a signature fabric.
http://s1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh628/lostsol2006/white purse/
Bag 2: Coach Demi -Hot Pink!
its also structurally sound; however it has a nice scuff mark on the bottom corner.
http://s1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh628/lostsol2006/pink coach/
Thank so much!
so sorry, it wasnt at the time; however I did make it when I added my summer pics for my nosey co workers to see...i hate u cant specify which ppl can see what... here are links again, thank you!
http://s1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh628/lostsol2006/pink%20coach/
http://s1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh628/lostsol2006/white purse/
katev said:Wow, she really needs help! It looks like there may be darkening and greening around the hardware, does the bag have verdigris? If so you should remove the turnlock hardware for cleaning. See the pics at the link below that shows the affects off verdigris on brass and leather.
http://forum.purseblog.com/coach/red-hot-in-nyc-three-bag-rehab-reveal-755638.html#post22085662
1 - Is it crazy to rehab a suede bag? no, but its not usually the first type beginners try. The combination of leather and suede means you have to be careful to keep conditioners off the suede parts.I am a bit scared, but I am thinking of trying my first rehab project. I have more research to do on the thread where y'all so thoughtfully share info, but I am worried I won't be able to read it all before the auction ends on this bag......
http://www.ebay.com/itm/23084115199...:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1426.l2649#ht_11820wt_1271
My questions -
1 - Is it crazy to rehab a suede bag?
2 - Can you soak a suede bag like I have read you do with the leather bags?
3 - will the "lint" as they call it be able to be removed?
4 - I am not too concerned with the soiling on the inside, but do you think it will come out?
Thanks so much!
1 - Is it crazy to rehab a suede bag?I think it will rehab just fine. But it is a bigger challenge for someone new to rehabbing.I am a bit scared, but I am thinking of trying my first rehab project. I have more research to do on the thread where y'all so thoughtfully share info, but I am worried I won't be able to read it all before the auction ends on this bag......
http://www.ebay.com/itm/23084115199...:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1426.l2649#ht_11820wt_1271
My questions -
Thanks so much!
I am a bit scared, but I am thinking of trying my first rehab project. I have more research to do on the thread where y'all so thoughtfully share info, but I am worried I won't be able to read it all before the auction ends on this bag......
http://www.ebay.com/itm/23084115199...:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1426.l2649#ht_11820wt_1271
My questions -
1 - Is it crazy to rehab a suede bag?
2 - Can you soak a suede bag like I have read you do with the leather bags?
3 - will the "lint" as they call it be able to be removed?
4 - I am not too concerned with the soiling on the inside, but do you think it will come out?
Thanks so much!
ledobe said:Not dunking the handles is the safest action, but I would probably go ahead and do it, and just keep the handle conditioned as it dries. I don't think it will get any worse, but you don't want it shrinking up as the leather dries.