I knew Catbird did a large tote and thought it was Dakota, but couldn't be sure. Luckily it came up with her user name.
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Side note, I have spent a lot of time in the Coach Forum over the past 5 years!
It’s been ages since I dunked a big bag like this. It is such a heavy beast when it is wet! I’ll probably apply CPR in a bit. Will see about posting another pic tomorrow.
Eta, and will probably turn every few hours and change towels.
Hello awesome rehabbers! I’m wondering if anyone has rehabbed a Dakota. Can I bathe her as per usual with vintage Coach? Here is the bag I am specifically concerned about.
Thank you!
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She did not dunk it. But here is what she did.
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Hi all, As you might remember, I posted about washing a pretty suede jacket in the washing machine. Well, I just pulled the jacket out of the washer. It's much, much cleaner and does not look ruined at all. As someone who has run a suede bag through the washer, this warms my heart.forum.purseblog.com
Here is someone who did! I just did a search of this thread using Dakota and dunk.
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I bought a UA stewardess and highly disappointed that the strap isn't long enough for crossbody! :crybaby: I think I had read that before. That's a shame.
I've never rehabbed a Dakota but I did give a bath to a green Glenwood Sheridan, which I believe is a similar style and construction to a Dakota (?) and it came out fine, see link below.
I was afraid to dunk it or use conditioning products but this bag really needed the works and a bath - so it got one! I was new to rehabbing back then and afraid of harming an unfamiliar style bag, but now-a-days I wouldn't hesitate to dunk a Sheridan or Dakota and apply conditioners as needed.
What happens when you dunk a bag that shouldn't get wet?
It gets clean! And if you are lucky the bag comes out all pretty again! I just finished rehabbing 3 bags that presented some unusual challenges. I had not intended to give any of them a bath but I ended up dunking all 3 of them; I even sent one of them through the washing machine! The good...
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My Sheridan has a cloth lining. The Dakota's have a pig skin lining. Just an fyi!I've never rehabbed a Dakota but I did give a bath to a Sheridan, which I believe is a similar style and construction, and it came out fine, see link below. I was afraid to dunk it but this bag really needed a bath - so it got one!
What happens when you dunk a bag that shouldn't get wet?
It gets clean! And if you are lucky the bag comes out all pretty again! I just finished rehabbing 3 bags that presented some unusual challenges. I had not intended to give any of them a bath but I ended up dunking all 3 of them; I even sent one of them through the washing machine! The good...
Has anyone had stickiness after applying CPR? I never get that but I did this time on the Ergo and it's still sticky after being left overnight and a whole day. Should I just keep waiting and it'll eventually absorb?
Usually I am working on really dry bags so that is not a problem. Whenever I have tackiness, which I assume is similar to what you describe, I buff away with a cotton cloth or horse hair brush. And hold off applying any more conditioner. I have used slightly tacky bags (haha) and I have the tackiness to dissipate with use.
Okay. I have applied CPR to one side. Will turn it over in a few hours and apply to the other side. I have the straps in a folded towel. Will apply CPR to the straps later.
Just for anyone who followed and might be curious, I dunked with a generous squirt of Dawn Ultra (blue) and an ounce (I measured it) of Lexol Leather Cleaner in my sink (normally I use 1/2 an ounce). I did measure how much water I was using in general in my sink early on and it came to 2 1/2 gallons. I used a
) cup!!! of white vinegar in the rinse process. I use Lexol Leather Cleaner because I read about it ages ago in the eBay Boards. Then a few months before I found this forum here, I found the shorty video on YouTube by Sacs Magnifiques aka Debi the Restorer aka tetondeb on dunking that recommended it as well. It is easy for me to find at auto shops and Walmart. I like the scent and it is my go to for leather cleaning.
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Thanks - yes sorry, meant tackiness. I think I'll leave it overnight again and buff on my lunch break
! XNice, how specific and professional! I just dump the soap and vinegar in by eye x
Please see my edit, I only use a cup!!! of vinegarThanks - yes sorry, meant tackiness. I think I'll leave it overnight again and buff on my lunch break
Nice, how specific and professional! I just dump the soap and vinegar in by eye x
I started measuring because other than what to use, I really didn't know how much. I guess I like a recipe. 
And I was using a lot of Lexol when I started, like a quarter of a cup a dunk. Then when I was rinsing all the suds, I realized maybe I could scale back. If I use less product, I'll have more bag money haha.I appreciated people who took the time to post pictures and what they did, to give me an idea. As well as those who answered my questions. So I will do the same.
Hey and if you dump your product and it works, keep on keeping on! As I like to say, we all have out secret sauce. And as you know, YMMV!!!
The weather here today was yucky (English teacher word) so I decided to dunk the two NYC bags I got over the weekend that were authenticated by Hyacinth. The Dinky on the left I would have sworn was a spectator but turns out just had grimy piping. Now a beautiful solid black. The City on the right is a gorgeous shade of green--Forrest green, based on its age. Currently drying inside.
I am so amazed at all the responses and help I’ve received- especially from the rock stars of the Coach forums! Thank you for the link and recommendations. I appreciate your time!I've never rehabbed a Dakota but I did give a bath to a green Glenwood Sheridan, which I believe is a similar style and construction to a Dakota (?) and it came out fine, see link below.
I was afraid to dunk it or use conditioning products but this bag really needed the works and a bath - so it got one! I was new to rehabbing back then and afraid of harming an unfamiliar style bag, but now-a-days I wouldn't hesitate to dunk a Sheridan or Dakota and apply conditioners as needed.
What happens when you dunk a bag that shouldn't get wet?
It gets clean! And if you are lucky the bag comes out all pretty again! I just finished rehabbing 3 bags that presented some unusual challenges. I had not intended to give any of them a bath but I ended up dunking all 3 of them; I even sent one of them through the washing machine! The good...
I just had had to buy this bag. I think I was blinded by the buckles. I love these belt buckles. Bleecker buckles. It has been languishing in my rehab pile for around 2 years. Pray for me
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I LOVE the step by step! It feels so rewarding to watch this beauty getting the first aid and care it deserves!
I did a similar bag in black for a girlfriend and it turned out gorgeously!!! Mind you, it looked very good to begin with. I love this style, but it is heavy with the 2 interior hanging pockets.
Thank you for sharing your restoration experience, Lake!
It looks so good wet.