Dare I say it? I'm doing another green. I got this one on ebay for $21.
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Hello! I have this Thompson Legacy Julia flap bag which is in overall basically perfect condition, but the strap has this split where I think the buckle and leather being bent just wore over time. Also missing the edge coat in that portion.
Any recommendations for best type of leather glue to use for straps that keeps the flexibility but strong enough to hold up to long use?
I also saw a suggestion to use puffy paint on edges so will likely try that once
Any recommendations for best type of leather glue to use for straps that keeps the flexibility but strong enough to hold up to long use?
I also saw a suggestion to use puffy paint on edges so will likely try that once
I love the Mahogany Thompson Julia 11376, it is one of my favorite bags!
I have had good luck using E6000 Fabric Fuse to repair straps and split hangtags. I would probably dunk the bag first, stuff it with rags or old towels to shape it while it dries. After it dries, I would apply the glue and press a heavy object over the damaged area to seal it and keep it flat while the glue dries.
When I rehabbed my Thompson Julia, the strap was okay but the bag it was very dirty so I decided that I had to give it a bath, but I was worried that the dark brown leather dye would run and stain the legacy stripe lining. The bath water did turn dark brown quickly, so I made it a fast bath and rinse, changing the water several times. Happily, it did not stain the lining and it came out well.
My bag was missing both hangtags. I was able to buy a replacement for the metal script hangtag but I didn't find a replacement for the whipstitch hangtag, so I had to use a plain, dark brown, Coach hangtag.
You can find details about my Thompson Julia rehab experiences at the links below; including Before and After pics and Coach's information about the bag from the Wayback Machine; good luck!
Thompson Julia Before:
https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club.833400/page-1674#post-33570162
Thompson Julia After:
https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/coach-rehab-and-rescue-club.833400/page-1674#post-33570213
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You might just try leaving it alone for awhile to see if the spots disappear. I once rehabbed a red City Bag but I didn't dunk it, I just wiped it down and applied moisturizer, but it started to show spots and blotches. I was disappointed and I put it away for awhile, but later, when I looked at it again, the spots had all disappeared and it looked great. I think that it took time for the cleaner and moisturizer to fully absorb into the leather. Maybe your bag just needs some time. Good luck!
Amazing! And beautiful.
I have a red ergo flap that needs strap side stitching...been sitting on the project for months! I was thinking something easy like glue. Or just lining the strap with red edge kote. 
You're doing pro-level stuff!
For my newly purchased not yet here green bag (and to touch up the current one). Shoe leather cream. I have this same brand in several colors and I like it. It's smooth and blends well and not waxy. This color is called "Sherwood."
Thank you so much for your reply. I guess I will be patient before trying anything else and make it worse.
At least nobody has replied saying, that is some weird leather condition and the bag is ruined
I am wondering if the green will even out with time, wear maybe??
I think it might help to recolor the entire pocket.
Thank you!!Amazing! And beautiful.
I think glue would absolutely look good. But if your piping is still intact stitching seems like it would work out well with this style. Really just need the thread and a couple of needles seeing as the holes are already there!
I truly don’t know how I forgot to respond to this. But omg thank you so much!! And for the tip on dunking. The strap can really do with some smoothing so that’ll help for sure.
E6000 feels easy enough to apply so I’ll definitely try that.
Cool to see the transformation you did on yours. I’m lucky mine came relatively clean. The leather feels different than the other bags I have so I’m not sure if it’s meant to be as stiff as it is or maybe it’s dry and needs additional conditioning? Either way, I’ve got some conditioner so I’ll see if it makes a difference.
Glad you were able to find replacement tags that work closely. The whipstitch detail is wonderful on the bag and strap so at least you’ve got it on both places 😊
Sharing a picture of mine. Funny enough I happened to find the wallet on resale for a great price - hadn’t seen anything from the line but really fell in love with the wallet once I started using it so I came here and folks guided me to the Thompson line. I knew I wanted to get at least one other piece and have a few large satchels, so this flap bag worked out perfectly.
This is probably too much "green chat." But! I used the sherwood leather cream on this pocket (top part only) and I REALLY like how it looks. However, it's shiny. Leather cream is not a leather polish, right? Or is it? This is pretty much the same product as meltonian cream. Anyway, I think I'm going to take Whateve's advice and color the entire pocket. We'll see how that looks. I'm feeling the pull to do the entire bag and make it match and shiny. If this bag is for me and my own fun, I may do that!
Here, also, is a pic of the new project after the dunk.
But! I used the sherwood leather cream on this pocket (top part only) and I REALLY like how it looks. However, it's shiny. Leather cream is not a leather polish, right? Or is it? This is pretty much the same product as meltonian cream. Anyway, I think I'm going to take Whateve's advice and color the entire pocket. We'll see how that looks. I'm feeling the pull to do the entire bag and make it match and shiny. If this bag is for me and my own fun, I may do that!Here, also, is a pic of the new project after the dunk.
I don't know why so many leather colorants are too shiny. I bought a duller for Angelus paints. I wonder if you could add it to your cream.This is probably too much "green chat."
Here, also, is a pic of the new project after the dunk.
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How lucky you are to have found the matching wallet; it’s a beautiful set!
Another sad story, and new problem. I was working on the little green bag, it was looking good. Almost done. I was applying blackrock, and bent the brass hinge hardware back to get the leather underneath. Something broke (apparently), and now there is no hinge tension and the metal won't "hold," just flaps down when you try to close the bag. Anyone know how these work, and if it's repairable? Sharing some photos. There are screws on the sides and I removed one, and nothing fell out of the space in the cylinder. I couldn't remove the other side screw, in there so tight. Anyone have any knowledge or experience with this? I'm afraid I ruined the bag. Basically unusable as is.
