I don't think it would work. Usually the creeds that get destroyed by water are those that are on fabric linings. I would try using a steam iron on it, with a press cloth, of course. Or you could decorate this bag with appliques.
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Wow, only $1-- such a deal!
I have a British Tan Companion Bag (Made in NYC) that I rehabbed. The leather is so beautiful, unlike any other I've seen or felt. It holds a special place in my collection.
The monogram on yours is part of its story, so for me it just contributes to the unique character of the bag.
I like the bag too and the leather is very thick and lush. The monogram is part of the bag's history and the bag is also part of my history. I bought it when I stopped at a small flea market (now gone) after visiting my Mom in the hospital (she's gone now too) and I was in a sad and somber mood.
I got excited as soon as I spotted the bag that the vendor had it priced at only at $3, but I hesitated just for a moment because of the monogram. The vendor said "If you want that bag you can have it for $1" so of course I bought it. She told me that it had belonged to her Aunt and I think she just wanted it to go to a good home. So that's another reason why I haven't been able to "strip it for parts" even though I have had some opportunities to do so!
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I have rehabbed a couple of bags with monograms and although the impressions didn’t fade entirely, they are a lot less noticeable. I pushed from the inside and into the impressions gently (to not stretch the leather) while it was soaking. It’s worth a shot if you’re up for it! [emoji4]
I have also rehabbed bags with monograms and you can get them to fade quite a bit. Use a warm bath and massage it a bit with your finger while it's wet and occasionally while it's drying.
That's hideous! The outside of the bag must have been pretty messed up.
Oh no, not a Marketing Tote! It is the only bag I have seen with full inside zip pockets. Sniff . . .
Sharp eye! Now I wonder how bad shape the bag was in to do that . . .
Side note, I still see Bambi bag
And it's an NYC bag, to boot. For some reason that I can't explain, there is something about these bags with the NYC imprint that fascinates me!! I mean, in a sense, these bags were mass produced in a loft, which one could argue was no different from what is being done now, just a different country. But there is something about seeing the numbers being a tiny bit misaligned, or wonky stitching on a strap (and I have sewn clothing, so I get that totally) that just touches me in a way I can't explain. Maybe it is just having a bit of company history from a generation that is a rarity now. Maybe I just enjoy history. Who knows.
I'm fascinated by them too, even though they're a bit wonky. I have 2 of them, both purchased from the same thrift store (at different times), and I paid more for the black one ($43, the Basic was $24) than I've paid for any used bag.
