Got some leather CPR today and WOW! That stuff is great!
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Love this! Such an improvement. Nice job!
Thank you, @LadaZuri. I think it's a potentially gorgeous bag but the price for the condition is holding me back. I think I will make an offer (even though the listing is not specifically set up that way) and see what happens.
This is the bag I referenced as the one making me look at distressed bags.
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the initials are still there but faint. Conditioning the bag really helped & smoothed out the lines in the bag. Im intending on going back to the mink oil conditioner & try rubbing them out & see what happens. (I had to take the purse outside in the sun to get a pic of the initials). If it works, I will have to try it on my own wrinkles lol
I think your Duffle knows my Buckle Tote!
Agree. I use brasso or some other metal polish and 0000 steel wool. Easy Peasy.
How about trying a warm iron while the area is damp? Sort of like steaming out the impression. Use a press cloth between the purse and the iron for protection.
Beautiful bag! Large Plaza is high on my wishlist! I just need to crowbar open my wallet
that’s a thought, i will have to play around with that…. have you tried it?
I haven't tried it to remove a stamp but I have ironed purses with a presscloth.
@VintageEnthusiast
Got some time on my hands & can tell you what I know about “burnishing” leather straps. Note: this only works on a raw edge of leather & where 2 pieces are sewn together & has a raw edge exposed. I have burnished the bottom edge on my Sonoma bag where I pulled the leather around the pipping & glued the leather. It helped lay down the egde of the leather fibers & creates a water resistant barrier plus helps retain the moisture in the leather to protect the repair. Did the straps of my Dinky, Sonoma & compact pouch- i liked the results- unless you tell someone about it- i highly doubt anyone would know…. They talk about beveling the edge- I wouldn’t do it! I believe they are referring to new leather.
Here’s a great resource I used.
www.sailrite.com
Hand Burnishing tool is called a slicker. you can buy one or just go in the kitchen & find a wooden spoon & use the handle portion.
1. Gathered supplies of your choosing.
(pic 1). I like beeswax, I can see it on the leather & when it melts by hand friction it turns clear. The other works well. Water compress the fibers well (and it’s cheap)- still like the protection of the wax imo. Burnishing cream works also. I can not speak for what last overtime or how often you should do this.
2. Lightly sand the edge- fine sand paper- i use a large nail file. 200grit- I’ve skipped that step by accident at times- try both. It will depend on how ruff the edges are.
3. I rub the wax, water or burnishing cream on 3 inches. (pic 2) With beeswax, it will look hazy
4. rub the burnishing tool back & forth very fast, it will create friction, the wax will melt & the leather will compress to a nice edge. Note: very light colored leather will change color & get darker.
(I don’t use those rounded groves in the tool- i found it easier to use the smooth edge as i could hold the leather, therefore a wooden handle of a spoon would work)
5. Now do the next section! Viola!
I posted before & after of a section I burnished. Note. a) the edges of the 2 pieces sewn together are closer & sealed more. b) notice there’s very little seam that runs down the middle as they were burnished together c) the side view is a little more compressed. d) It has a light shine- pic is shining bc i have a light on it so you can see.
e) it straightens the strap & gives it a little support.
It’s a bit maniacal…. Enjoy! let me know how it goes.
Got some time on my hands & can tell you what I know about “burnishing” leather straps. Note: this only works on a raw edge of leather & where 2 pieces are sewn together & has a raw edge exposed. I have burnished the bottom edge on my Sonoma bag where I pulled the leather around the pipping & glued the leather. It helped lay down the egde of the leather fibers & creates a water resistant barrier plus helps retain the moisture in the leather to protect the repair. Did the straps of my Dinky, Sonoma & compact pouch- i liked the results- unless you tell someone about it- i highly doubt anyone would know…. They talk about beveling the edge- I wouldn’t do it! I believe they are referring to new leather.
Here’s a great resource I used.
How to Burnish Leather
Learn why burnishing your leather edges is an important finishing step in your leatherwork and leather crafting.
www.sailrite.com
Hand Burnishing tool is called a slicker. you can buy one or just go in the kitchen & find a wooden spoon & use the handle portion.
1. Gathered supplies of your choosing.
(pic 1). I like beeswax, I can see it on the leather & when it melts by hand friction it turns clear. The other works well. Water compress the fibers well (and it’s cheap)- still like the protection of the wax imo. Burnishing cream works also. I can not speak for what last overtime or how often you should do this.
2. Lightly sand the edge- fine sand paper- i use a large nail file. 200grit- I’ve skipped that step by accident at times- try both. It will depend on how ruff the edges are.
3. I rub the wax, water or burnishing cream on 3 inches. (pic 2) With beeswax, it will look hazy
4. rub the burnishing tool back & forth very fast, it will create friction, the wax will melt & the leather will compress to a nice edge. Note: very light colored leather will change color & get darker.
(I don’t use those rounded groves in the tool- i found it easier to use the smooth edge as i could hold the leather, therefore a wooden handle of a spoon would work)
5. Now do the next section! Viola!
I posted before & after of a section I burnished. Note. a) the edges of the 2 pieces sewn together are closer & sealed more. b) notice there’s very little seam that runs down the middle as they were burnished together c) the side view is a little more compressed. d) It has a light shine- pic is shining bc i have a light on it so you can see.
e) it straightens the strap & gives it a little support.
It’s a bit maniacal…. Enjoy! let me know how it goes.
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Hi Team, need some help here...
I've looked through this site til I can't click another link, lol, and I still haven't found what I'm seeking.
Question: When you all say "Remove" hardware, does this mean "all" except for zippers...how is this possible, lol.
I've attached pictures of the two rehabs I just purchased and I'm sure these will get dyed...am I to remove the hardware shown; is it possible, lol. If so, please help with some tools used, youtube videos, pictures, anything you got...thank you so much
I've looked through this site til I can't click another link, lol, and I still haven't found what I'm seeking.
Question: When you all say "Remove" hardware, does this mean "all" except for zippers...how is this possible, lol.
I've attached pictures of the two rehabs I just purchased and I'm sure these will get dyed...am I to remove the hardware shown; is it possible, lol. If so, please help with some tools used, youtube videos, pictures, anything you got...thank you so much
Hello, knowledgeable ones! I got a vintage station bag with a turnlock that's too loose as it turns, and angled. Is there a way to tighten the internal mechanism of it? I pulled the thing off and I looked at it and the screw inside but I can't figure out the HOW of adjustment. Or does it just need to be replaced?
ETA: I found some (I hope the right size) replacements at the Buckleguy. https://www.buckleguy.com/3016-natural-brass-turn-lock-solid-brass-ll-four-piece-set/
ETA: I found some (I hope the right size) replacements at the Buckleguy. https://www.buckleguy.com/3016-natural-brass-turn-lock-solid-brass-ll-four-piece-set/
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Great Question- this inquiring mind would love to know- my compact Pouch had one also- my bff looked at it, did a few things and no luck.