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Sounds great, let us know how it works out!
Hello ladies, I am new here and I realized there is a lot to learn, overwhelmed at the moment, LOL
I like bags with uncommon shapes and colors, so there is this one that I posted earlier on the Authentication section, but nobody has replied yet.
I am doubting that I could help this bag that mentions "un-restored condition" and then says professionally dyed, although with all those blotches looks like yeah sure....
Would it be a way to help it, I would love it in purple but not the way it is. Too difficult to do myself? Too expensive to take to a cobbler? Should I pass (if real)? Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
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I like bags with uncommon shapes and colors, so there is this one that I posted earlier on the Authentication section, but nobody has replied yet.
I am doubting that I could help this bag that mentions "un-restored condition" and then says professionally dyed, although with all those blotches looks like yeah sure....
Would it be a way to help it, I would love it in purple but not the way it is. Too difficult to do myself? Too expensive to take to a cobbler? Should I pass (if real)? Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
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Hello ladies, I am new here and I realized there is a lot to learn, overwhelmed at the moment, LOL
I like bags with uncommon shapes and colors, so there is this one that I posted earlier on the Authentication section, but nobody has replied yet.
I am doubting that I could help this bag that mentions "un-restored condition" and then says professionally dyed, although with all those blotches looks like yeah sure....
Would it be a way to help it, I would love it in purple but not the way it is. Too difficult to do myself? Too expensive to take to a cobbler? Should I pass (if real)? Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
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I am not an authenticator so I will leave that part up to the experts, but the bag has been dyed and the pictures look like it was a bad dye job, the term "hot mess" comes to mind. Personally I would walk away but others may have different opinions. Sorry!
Hello ladies, I am new here and I realized there is a lot to learn, overwhelmed at the moment, LOL
I like bags with uncommon shapes and colors, so there is this one that I posted earlier on the Authentication section, but nobody has replied yet.
I am doubting that I could help this bag that mentions "un-restored condition" and then says professionally dyed, although with all those blotches looks like yeah sure....
Would it be a way to help it, I would love it in purple but not the way it is. Too difficult to do myself? Too expensive to take to a cobbler? Should I pass (if real)? Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
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I would agree with katev. It unfortunately looks like a hot mess.
I would not buy a bag in that condition.I would agree with katev. It unfortunately looks like a hot mess.
Thank you much ladies for your opinion, no need to wonder anymore. First I agree it is a mess, and I was over confident looking at your miraculous transformations, that I could try myself, but after what I learned on the Authentication part, I won't buy from such a seller anyway, the decision is much easier.
I appreciate you took the time to help me.
Sorry, me again.
I have been reading and wow! This is a well of info about how to work on bags, but the more I read the more overwhelmed I get LOL.
So I wanted to ask if there is somewhere a list of the first or more basic products to use. I understand "dunking" already, so some mild detergent, but then so many conditioners and stuff!
It will take time to get supplies, so for now what do you suggest I start buying?
I have been reading and wow! This is a well of info about how to work on bags, but the more I read the more overwhelmed I get LOL.
So I wanted to ask if there is somewhere a list of the first or more basic products to use. I understand "dunking" already, so some mild detergent, but then so many conditioners and stuff!
It will take time to get supplies, so for now what do you suggest I start buying?
No need to apologize, we all learn from each other!
If you are located in the US then I suggest that you buy: Dawn Blue Dish Soap, Leather CPR Conditioner, and Black Rocks Leather 'n Rich Cleaner/Conditioner. You will also need a horse-hair leather brush for buffing, you can get one from Kiwi or other vendors. If the bag has brass or brass-plated hardware then you will also need a metal polish. I use Wenol but there are many different options.
The thread below outlines my basic process for rehabbing an unlined, vintage, glove-tanned leather Coach bag. I suggest that you start with an inexpensive dark-colored bag (black, navy, mahogany). It is also a good idea to "spot test" rehab products first on an area of the bag that doesn't show before applying it widely to the rest of the bag. Good luck!!
(Note: the part about calling Coach Customer Service to ask for a free replacement hangtag is probably no longer valid, they haven't supplied them in a long time.)
Coach Rehab and Rescue Club
Hi all, I just bought two older bags off Poshmark (authenticated here at TPF!) and they definitely need some love. Are there websites or blogs that you all would recommend to learn how to rehab? Or is there a thread here that is for rehab newbies? I'm not sure where to begin! The second bag...
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Thank you to the kind and wonderful @Lake Effect ...
I will be forever grateful.
She is a lifesaver!
I will be forever grateful.
She is a lifesaver!
I recently thrifted a Willis, but the previous owner hacked the crossbody strap down to about 24 inches. Can anyone recommend a source for a replacement crossbody strap of appropriate, if not slightly longer, length? Thanks!
If you find a source please let me know because I am looking for a Willis strap in British Tan. Whenever I find them for sale online they usually cost much more than I paid for the bag!
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No need to apologize, we all learn from each other!
If you are located in the US then I suggest that you buy: Dawn Blue Dish Soap, Leather CPR Conditioner, and Black Rocks Leather 'n Rich Cleaner/Conditioner. You will also need a horse-hair leather brush for buffing, you can get one from Kiwi or other vendors. If the bag has brass or brass-plated hardware then you will also need a metal polish. I use Wenol but there are many different options.
The thread below outlines my basic process for rehabbing an unlined, vintage, glove-tanned leather Coach bag. I suggest that you start with an inexpensive dark-colored bag (black, navy, mahogany). It is also a good idea to "spot test" rehab products first on an area of the bag that doesn't show before applying it widely to the rest of the bag. Good luck!!
(Note: the part about calling Coach Customer Service to ask for a free replacement hangtag is probably no longer valid, they haven't supplied them in a long time.)
Coach Rehab and Rescue Club
Hi all, I just bought two older bags off Poshmark (authenticated here at TPF!) and they definitely need some love. Are there websites or blogs that you all would recommend to learn how to rehab? Or is there a thread here that is for rehab newbies? I'm not sure where to begin! The second bag...
Thank you very much for all your help, I know I am going to love this site.
I got very excited to be here, but I realize I need to take my time, learn reading all I can, buy my products, then find a bag to start applying your suggestions.
The 2 piece strap from a Small Shopper 9993 is 1/2" wide compared with the Willis' 3/4", however it is a couple of inches longer. If you carry light it might work for you. The 2 piece strap on a Lunch Box 9991 is also 1/2", but not as long as the Small Shopper's. One can sometimes find the Small Shopper at a reasonable price.
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Just a suggestion, the Patricia's Legacy 9951 is a vintage bag that you can sometimes find at a good price. It's a simple shoulder bag and larger than many of the vintage bags. It could be an easy first rehab project. Take a look and if it is your style then keep an eye out for one that you would like to try rehabbing. Again I suggest starting with dark colors and bags that aren't too badly damaged.
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Hello ladies, I am new here and I realized there is a lot to learn, overwhelmed at the moment, LOL
I like bags with uncommon shapes and colors, so there is this one that I posted earlier on the Authentication section, but nobody has replied yet.
I am doubting that I could help this bag that mentions "un-restored condition" and then says professionally dyed, although with all those blotches looks like yeah sure....
Would it be a way to help it, I would love it in purple but not the way it is. Too difficult to do myself? Too expensive to take to a cobbler? Should I pass (if real)? Sorry for all the questions and thanks.
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I've just noticed your comment that you like bags with uncommon shapes and colors - so you probably weren't impressed with my suggestion of doing your first rehab on a dark colored Patricia's Legacy bag!
There are other options and I am sure that you can find a bag that you like that will work for you as a rehab project. The only thing is that bags of uncommon shapes and colors tend to be rather expensive, so I suggest looking for one that doesn't need a lot of work; good luck!!