I would defer to others with more experience, however, I usually use other conditioners first, and use one coat of Blackrock for my final step.
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I think there are no hard and fast rules, it's really "bag dependent." I've used more than one application of Blackrock Leather 'n Rich. In my rehabs, a bag usually has multiple go rounds of leather CPR first, 4-10, usually. And sometimes, Leather CPR again after Blackrock.
Hi All! Two questions:
1. Can ballpoint pen ink be removed from colored leather? I have a coral-colored leather bag with ink right on the front and don't know how to remove it without removing the color as well.
2. I saw a white leather coach purse with blue staining all over it. Can that type of thing be removed and if not, can it be painted or recolored in any way?
Thanks
1. Can ballpoint pen ink be removed from colored leather? I have a coral-colored leather bag with ink right on the front and don't know how to remove it without removing the color as well.
2. I saw a white leather coach purse with blue staining all over it. Can that type of thing be removed and if not, can it be painted or recolored in any way?
Thanks
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These bags are out there. I found my Winnie at a flea market under a pile of random bags. I have to ask; when you say bin, do you mean the GW Outlet? Or just an independent thrift shop?+ 1!
I agree with Connie. If a bag is in better condition, I find one coat is fine. I have worked on many extremely worn bags that needed multiple apps of everything. I have learned that waiting and buffing in between apps of conditioners is helpful.
If in doubt, do less. You can always do another app later if needed.
May I ask what you paid for the bag? I'm always interested in bargains and success stories so I can be sufficiently motivated to find my own.
I'm super happy for you. One of my favorite thift store finds right after I started my Coach "habit," I found a Coach leather and pigskin bridle bucket bag made in Italy at the goodwill brick and mortar for $11. https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club.833400/post-34539256
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1. probably not. A lot depends on how old the ink stain is. It's probably better to try to cover it up.
2. This might be fixed since it is white. I've had fantastic results with benzoyl peroxide zit cream. It bleaches out stains. It takes a while. I usually apply the cream to the stains, then sit the bag in the sun for a long time. Clean it off the next day, and if there are still stains do it again. It won't do anything to wear but it's great on stains.
If you decide to paint or dye, white is probably the easiest to cover.
Thank you! Sounds like I'm probably out of luck with a coral bag I found in a thrift store. It has blue ink pen right on the front.
There's another one at the same thrift store that I didn't buy because one side is covered in blue stains. I think I'm going to go back after dinner and get it though. I like the style of the bag, so if the stains don't come out, I can try painting just that one side.
Has anyone tried cuticle remover for ink stains? There is a girl on TikTok who rehabs Coach bags who uses it with some success.
Congrats and love this
+ 1!
May I ask what you paid for the bag? I'm always interested in bargains and success stories so I can be sufficiently motivated to find my own.
I hope I did the quotes right! I did indeed pull her out of the Goodwill bins! It was my first time finding vintage Coach there (or any bag worth rehabbing) so I think I've used up my luck, but I do go when I'm feeling adventurous. The bins have an interesting vibe, at least in my area, but I love the treasure hunting aspect!
As for cost, you pay by the pound there. I got a few other things, including some linens, and paid about 6.00 for everything.
Here are some better shots of the painted Courier. She's got piping issues and the paint is a mess, but she's soaking now and at least a little of the paint is coming off.
Those who have had to use acetone on a bag, how did it go? Any tips to share?
Those who have had to use acetone on a bag, how did it go? Any tips to share?
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Wow, you learn something everyday. I've never even heard of these "bin" stores aka "outlet" stores for goodwill. The goodwills near me are just retail thrift stores, with every item individually priced and Coach bags run around $40-$80. And there IS an Outlet Store in Seattle. I'll have to plan a trip there to see what it's all about!
We'd need to see the whole bag to authenticate it but I will say that the creed does appear to come from a genuine Coach.
Assuming authenticity, the bag was made in 2001.