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WARNING!!! Do NOT, I repeat, Do NOT apply emu oil to your suede bag unless it is aboslutely dry.....about a month ago, I tried emu oil on my pink suede bag that I had rehabbed weeks before so it was abolutely dry....came out great - deepened the color a bit and softened it. Well, I dunked two other light colored suede bags recently and dried them for two days or so. maybe slightly less-can't remember)...applied Emu oil and they are spotty big time...let them dry for another 3 days and still spotty...so.....into the sink they went with warm water and Dawn to get the oil out......I'm going to wait at least a week or more so I am certain they are absolutely DRY before they get an emu oil...just an FYI for you all!
 
I don't remember who it was that had verdigris stains on leather. Did you ever figure out how to treat these? I have a bag with that problem now. I have tried vinegar and alcohol so far.

I had that problem with a British Tan bag. I found a recipe for a vinegar and baking soda mixture that I tried and it helped a little. I found that washing it and mechanically rubbing the area helped a bit. Also black rocks darkened the leather and made the stains less noticable. I used a toothpick to dig out some of the green gunk inside the buckle hole, and used acrylic paint to touch up the inside of the buckle hole to camouflage the green color. Good luck and see the link below:
http://forum.purseblog.com/coach/bag-cost-5-bucks-lot-work-rehab-reveal-698096.html#post19612388
 
WARNING!!! Do NOT, I repeat, Do NOT apply emu oil to your suede bag unless it is aboslutely dry.....about a month ago, I tried emu oil on my pink suede bag that I had rehabbed weeks before so it was abolutely dry....came out great - deepened the color a bit and softened it. Well, I dunked two other light colored suede bags recently and dried them for two days or so. maybe slightly less-can't remember)...applied Emu oil and they are spotty big time...let them dry for another 3 days and still spotty...so.....into the sink they went with warm water and Dawn to get the oil out......I'm going to wait at least a week or more so I am certain they are absolutely DRY before they get an emu oil...just an FYI for you all!

Good to know, thanks!
 
I had that problem with a British Tan bag. I found a recipe for a vinegar and baking soda mixture that I tried and it helped a little. I found that washing it and mechanically rubbing the area helped a bit. Also black rocks darkened the leather and made the stains less noticable. I used a toothpick to dig out some of the green gunk inside the buckle hole, and used acrylic paint to touch up the inside of the buckle hole to camouflage the green color. Good luck and see the link below:
http://forum.purseblog.com/coach/bag-cost-5-bucks-lot-work-rehab-reveal-698096.html#post19612388
Thanks! That's the same stuff we used to make rockets with! I'm happy as a clam now that I have a challenging bag to work on. I can hardly wait for it to dry.
 
Though not quite the success I had hoped for, my rehab skills were indeed put to the test on this one! Authenticated as a 1997 Multi-Compartment Brief #542 by Hyacinth (and whateve) this was a tough rehab. Check out the "befores" http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-shopping/authenticate-this-coach-763164-627.html#post24463785. I had never seen a squared off turnlock like this and honestly the leather seemed odd for Coach. The creed calls it "lightweight and durable weather resistant glove-tanned cowhide." I hadn't seen this language before and was quite happy it was authentic.

But for $9.00 plus tax I jumped on it. It was badly scuffed both front and back, but the inside was very clean and looked barely used, compared to the outside! I gave her a much warmer than usual soak, scrub with Dawn to try to eliminate the bulge on the front pocket. After a long (also warmer than usual) rinse I stuffed her tightly with 2 (yes 2) oversized bath towels and an assortment of washcloths in all the pockets. While still damp, I loaded her up with Leather CPR - 3 times over 3 days.

Then on to fixing some bare spots on the piping and strap edges. I used a blend of 3 acrylic colors and applied it full strength with a sponge-tipped make-up applicator. British Tan is a tough color, but I got pretty close. After letting the acrylic dry for 24 hours or so, I started with Blackrocks. After 2 applications, the scuffs on the front flap and pocket nearly disappeared. On the back...not so much, although less visible than before.

This job probably would have been a candidate for the leather refinishing stuff that's often mentioned here. I'll use this bag for a while as it is and maybe next time I'll refinish her. I really don't mind the patina of well-loved BT leather and she certainly looks better than when I started!
 

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So wait ... Paint instead of dye?? Hmmm doesn't it sit on top of the leather rather than soak in?? Is black rocks a sealer? I need to order this black rock and CPR stuff.. I would have never thought to use paint on leather ..!!?? Although I have heard of using wood stain
 
Though not quite the success I had hoped for, my rehab skills were indeed put to the test on this one! Authenticated as a 1997 Multi-Compartment Brief #542 by Hyacinth (and whateve) this was a tough rehab. Check out the "befores" http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-shopping/authenticate-this-coach-763164-627.html#post24463785. I had never seen a squared off turnlock like this and honestly the leather seemed odd for Coach. The creed calls it "lightweight and durable weather resistant glove-tanned cowhide." I hadn't seen this language before and was quite happy it was authentic.

But for $9.00 plus tax I jumped on it. It was badly scuffed both front and back, but the inside was very clean and looked barely used, compared to the outside! I gave her a much warmer than usual soak, scrub with Dawn to try to eliminate the bulge on the front pocket. After a long (also warmer than usual) rinse I stuffed her tightly with 2 (yes 2) oversized bath towels and an assortment of washcloths in all the pockets. While still damp, I loaded her up with Leather CPR - 3 times over 3 days.

Then on to fixing some bare spots on the piping and strap edges. I used a blend of 3 acrylic colors and applied it full strength with a sponge-tipped make-up applicator. British Tan is a tough color, but I got pretty close. After letting the acrylic dry for 24 hours or so, I started with Blackrocks. After 2 applications, the scuffs on the front flap and pocket nearly disappeared. On the back...not so much, although less visible than before.

This job probably would have been a candidate for the leather refinishing stuff that's often mentioned here. I'll use this bag for a while as it is and maybe next time I'll refinish her. I really don't mind the patina of well-loved BT leather and she certainly looks better than when I started!
Looks beautiful! It's hard to tell it's the same bag. I hope to get my briefcase today after a very long wait.
 
So wait ... Paint instead of dye?? Hmmm doesn't it sit on top of the leather rather than soak in?? Is black rocks a sealer? I need to order this black rock and CPR stuff.. I would have never thought to use paint on leather ..!!?? Although I have heard of using wood stain
Acrylic paint becomes permanent after a few days. It is preferable if you just want to touch up a few spots. I wouldn't use it on an entire bag. I tried wood stain once and it was disastrous.

Blackrocks is a conditioner and wax. It evens out tones. Leather CPR is a moisturizer and conditioner.

I know it is a lot to read, but there is a wealth of information in this entire thread.
 
Though not quite the success I had hoped for, my rehab skills were indeed put to the test on this one! Authenticated as a 1997 Multi-Compartment Brief #542 by Hyacinth (and whateve) this was a tough rehab. Check out the "befores" http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-shopping/authenticate-this-coach-763164-627.html#post24463785. I had never seen a squared off turnlock like this and honestly the leather seemed odd for Coach. The creed calls it "lightweight and durable weather resistant glove-tanned cowhide." I hadn't seen this language before and was quite happy it was authentic.

But for $9.00 plus tax I jumped on it. It was badly scuffed both front and back, but the inside was very clean and looked barely used, compared to the outside! I gave her a much warmer than usual soak, scrub with Dawn to try to eliminate the bulge on the front pocket. After a long (also warmer than usual) rinse I stuffed her tightly with 2 (yes 2) oversized bath towels and an assortment of washcloths in all the pockets. While still damp, I loaded her up with Leather CPR - 3 times over 3 days.

Then on to fixing some bare spots on the piping and strap edges. I used a blend of 3 acrylic colors and applied it full strength with a sponge-tipped make-up applicator. British Tan is a tough color, but I got pretty close. After letting the acrylic dry for 24 hours or so, I started with Blackrocks. After 2 applications, the scuffs on the front flap and pocket nearly disappeared. On the back...not so much, although less visible than before.

This job probably would have been a candidate for the leather refinishing stuff that's often mentioned here. I'll use this bag for a while as it is and maybe next time I'll refinish her. I really don't mind the patina of well-loved BT leather and she certainly looks better than when I started!

You've done a fantastic job, the bag looks soooo much better! We can't get Black Rocks here but I'm thinking of importing some - it seems to work miracles! Well done.
 
Acrylic paint becomes permanent after a few days. It is preferable if you just want to touch up a few spots. I wouldn't use it on an entire bag. I tried wood stain once and it was disastrous.

Blackrocks is a conditioner and wax. It evens out tones. Leather CPR is a moisturizer and conditioner.

I know it is a lot to read, but there is a wealth of information in this entire thread.
A couple of posts up from this "leather refinishing stuff" is referenced . What is that product? Can't find it mentioned anywhere ! Thanks !
 
Though not quite the success I had hoped for, my rehab skills were indeed put to the test on this one! Authenticated as a 1997 Multi-Compartment Brief #542 by Hyacinth (and whateve) this was a tough rehab. Check out the "befores" http://forum.purseblog.com/coach-shopping/authenticate-this-coach-763164-627.html#post24463785. I had never seen a squared off turnlock like this and honestly the leather seemed odd for Coach. The creed calls it "lightweight and durable weather resistant glove-tanned cowhide." I hadn't seen this language before and was quite happy it was authentic.

But for $9.00 plus tax I jumped on it. It was badly scuffed both front and back, but the inside was very clean and looked barely used, compared to the outside! I gave her a much warmer than usual soak, scrub with Dawn to try to eliminate the bulge on the front pocket. After a long (also warmer than usual) rinse I stuffed her tightly with 2 (yes 2) oversized bath towels and an assortment of washcloths in all the pockets. While still damp, I loaded her up with Leather CPR - 3 times over 3 days.

Then on to fixing some bare spots on the piping and strap edges. I used a blend of 3 acrylic colors and applied it full strength with a sponge-tipped make-up applicator. British Tan is a tough color, but I got pretty close. After letting the acrylic dry for 24 hours or so, I started with Blackrocks. After 2 applications, the scuffs on the front flap and pocket nearly disappeared. On the back...not so much, although less visible than before.

This job probably would have been a candidate for the leather refinishing stuff that's often mentioned here. I'll use this bag for a while as it is and maybe next time I'll refinish her. I really don't mind the patina of well-loved BT leather and she certainly looks better than when I started!

Beautiful bag, it looks so much better!
 
Looks beautiful! It's hard to tell it's the same bag. I hope to get my briefcase today after a very long wait.
Thanks...I'm really pleased!

You've done a fantastic job, the bag looks soooo much better! We can't get Black Rocks here but I'm thinking of importing some - it seems to work miracles! Well done.
Thanks...and yes, the Blackrocks really made a positive difference!

I've found the soilove takes it off really well but only use it while it's soaking and just before you change the water out!
I just tried my second Soilove experiment on a taupe suede bag. I actually used it first on the bottom of the BT briefcase with good results...I just didn't take pics...duh :)

A couple of posts up from this "leather refinishing stuff" is referenced . What is that product? Can't find it mentioned anywhere ! Thanks !
The refinisher is WOOD-N-STUFF, Leather Refinisher & Color Restorer.
Check out http://www.wood-n-stuff.com/leatheraid.html
There's also a .pdf color chart. I haven't tried it, but others here have...with good results!
 
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