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#15,709
jkpenny said:
So do you folks have a particular bag that is a favorite style to rehab?

I've done 3 british tan city bags and I absolutely LOVE them. This is the latest one that I worked on before:
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They just clean up so nice! (edited b/c I'm still clueless about uploading pics on this site)
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Not only is the city bag my favourite to rehab but my absolute favourite, period. The proof is below:
 

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#15,711
Tosa22 said:
Love your city family. I think the red is my favorite!
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I try not to pick a favourite because of concerns about sibling rivalry! I forgot to include my black city bag. I bought a mahogany one but, after days of trying to get off shoe polish, I concluded that it must have also been dyed and threw it out. I can do without the darker browns but would love a grey one.
 
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#15,713
Hello Ladies!

I have a lovely old Gigi in teal. It's a bit beat up and I accidently spilled water on a it a while ago and it left some big marks. I had treated it with Obenauf's LP (leather protector), but it still showed some stains. Now, this bag is well loved and the stains have not really stopped me from using it.

But, I was wondering what I could do on this to even it out. Can I soak the whole thing in water and let it dry. Will it dry evenally. Is there any other solutions.

Thanks
 
#15,714
Galaxygrrl said:
Hello Ladies!

I have a lovely old Gigi in teal. It's a bit beat up and I accidently spilled water on a it a while ago and it left some big marks. I had treated it with Obenauf's LP (leather protector), but it still showed some stains. Now, this bag is well loved and the stains have not really stopped me from using it.

But, I was wondering what I could do on this to even it out. Can I soak the whole thing in water and let it dry. Will it dry evenally. Is there any other solutions.

Thanks
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People have washed these, both in the sink and in the washer.
 
#15,716
whateve said:
I don't have any links but in my case I'd say don't waste your money or time on Kiwi suede cleaner. I wash normally, condition the smooth leather parts, then use a nail brush or sand paper on the nap. Don't use dark sand paper because it might transfer color. I haven't had much luck raising nap on suede that has been worn smooth.
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Thanks, whateve!

I was not going to use Kiwi cleaner, anyway. The issue is not as much that the bag is dirty... It's one of the older "inside out" or "reversed" bags, I don't remember the exact name - a very shaggy one, and the suede is not very dirty; it just looks unkempt and flattened (but not worn smooth), so I think it will really benefit from a bath.

I'll post the result when I'm done with this project!
 
#15,717
Lake Effect said:
I bought this grimy teal bag with anniversary lining and posted on it around September. If you do a search of my user name in this thread for September, October you will see it. Definitely a * what was I thinking moment*. I did some half hearted spot cleaning. On some advice here, get ready for this: I put it in an old pillowcase and tied it off with a hair band and put it on the delicate cycle , warm water with 1/2 tablespoon of baby shampoo. It was recommended to be done twice. For whatever reason, I only did it once. I have to say, the bag was none the worse and alot of grime was lifted off after doing this.
I wished I had dunked it first in warm water, giving it a light precleaning toothbrush scrub, then put in the washer. I may still do that, again.
At any rate, enough grime lifted off that I enjoy the bag. Lol , I will pretty much dunk anything first and ask later, but I do remember hyperventilating for the first 10 minutes of the cycle saying I can't believe I am doing this!
Obviously this is for a more serious intervention needed than described above. My bag was unusable to me as it was.
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Thank you for taking time to explain the process in details, Lake Effect!

Even if my bag is not very dirty, I think it does need a bath. I'm not sure about a double washing machine cycle though since its an older vintage "reverse suede" bag (not sure about the exact name). It's very shaggy and basically is an unlined vintage bag that has smooth leather inside and fuzzy surface outside. I hope bath with further moisturizing of the interior and lots of brushing when it's dry will make the surface look more even and well-groomed.

If the project is a success, I'll post the pictures!
 
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catthecurious said:
Thanks, whateve!

I was not going to use Kiwi cleaner, anyway. The issue is not as much that the bag is dirty... It's one of the older "inside out" or "reversed" bags, I don't remember the exact name - a very shaggy one, and the suede is not very dirty; it just looks unkempt and flattened (but not worn smooth), so I think it will really benefit from a bath.

I'll post the result when I'm done with this project!
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If it is really old, it will probably stay pretty shaggy. Rubbing with a sanding block might help a little.
 
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whateve said:
If it is really old, it will probably stay pretty shaggy. Rubbing with a sanding block might help a little.
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It's a pre-creed Dinky (or Penny? I always get confused. I've seen interchangeable names, particularly on Sacs Magnifiques site.) with eyelets for removable strap, which is, I guess, from the late 60s. I expect it to stay shaggy, just wanted the suede look a bit more well-groomed and uniform. I think starting with a bath will still be the best option.

Thanks again, whateve!
 
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