Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[whateve]

Thanks! I don't have room for anything like that, I wish I did.




Thanks! Yes, lying flat is what I have in mind. I'll keep an eye out for the bags that have a bottom that could be permanently folded or damaged. I do hang a few delicate bags, but I hang them by the dustbag strings because I was afraid to put too much stress on the handles.

You're welcome. I have a problem with wide bottom bags like haircalf Candace and Romy. Even with stuffing, they tend to get a wrinkle in the back or sides from gravity pulling them down. I figured that the ideal solution would be a hook to hold the handles up while the bottom rested on the shelf (like they do in stores), but I haven't figured out how to do that without mangling my furniture.

When I hang my bags, I put a padding over the peg before hanging the strap and I loop the dustbag string on the peg too.

 

[Flushpuppy]

I have the same bag I'll be dunking this weekend (after tackling the ink spot on the inside pocket so it doesn't bleed onto the rest of the bag ). I'll be using my usual products: Leather Therapy, Obenaufs and Black Rock. Can't go wrong IMO!

What is the difference between all those products? How do you know when to use what?

 

[katierose]

I got a glass display cabinet for Christmas. It has pride of place in the bedroom right next to my side of the bed. It has four shelves with about 4 bags on each shelf. Storage problem solved and I get to look at them last thing at night and first thing in the morning!

Thanks! Your display cabinet sounds lovely.
I'm very short of storage room right now, and have been thinking of adding custom storage shelves or a cabinet to my bedroom.

 

[whateve]

What is the difference between all those products? How do you know when to use what?

The Leather Therapy is the first step, the one which some of us use Leather CPR, Leather Honey or some other general conditioner for. In my experience, some leathers respond better to different products than others, and the dryness of the leather often dictates which conditioner will work the best. The other two are used near the end after you have moisturized the leather sufficiently. They improve the look of the leather, hide scratches, and provide protection from water and stains.

 

[Two.time.bags]

What is the difference between all those products? How do you know when to use what?

The Leather Therapy is the first step, the one which some of us use Leather CPR, Leather Honey or some other general conditioner for. In my experience, some leathers respond better to different products than others, and the dryness of the leather often dictates which conditioner will work the best. The other two are used near the end after you have moisturized the leather sufficiently. They improve the look of the leather, hide scratches, and provide protection from water and stains.

I agree with whateve. I tend to use Obenauf's for really dry, faded leather and after applying 2 coats of Leather Therapy. The NYC bags respond well and so do the late 1980's bags that I find can be quite stiff. I would be unlikely to use it on Lightweight leather, and unless it was really dry the 1990's leather wouldn't need it either. You do need to buff a lot after applying Obenauf's and really work it into the leather. Apparently in contains proplis ('bee glue') which has an ongoing therapeutic effect on the leather. Leather Therapy is a mould inhibitor

Leather Therapy (or CPR if you prefer) and Black Rock are essential for all bags, and in that order, IMO.

Thanks! Your display cabinet sounds lovely.
I'm very short of storage room right now, and have been thinking of adding custom storage shelves or a cabinet to my bedroom.

Thanks. Not sure that DH is as thrilled as I am, but you know the saying "happy wife, happy life" !!

 

[whateve]

I agree with whateve. I tend to use Obenauf's for really dry, faded leather and after applying 2 coats of Leather Therapy. The NYC bags respond well and so do the late 1980's bags that I find can be quite stiff. I would be unlikely to use it on Lightweight leather, and unless it was really dry the 1990's leather wouldn't need it either. You do need to buff a lot after applying Obenauf's and really work it into the leather. Apparently in contains proplis ('bee glue') which has an ongoing therapeutic effect on the leather. Leather Therapy is a mould inhibitor

Leather Therapy (or CPR if you prefer) and Black Rock are essential for all bags, and in that order, IMO.



Thanks. Not sure that DH is as thrilled as I am, but you know the saying "happy wife, happy life" !!

It's not very warm here now so today I spent an half hour blowing my hair dryer on my newly Obenaufed bags! It was kind of gratifying seeing it melt.

 

[Two.time.bags]

It's not very warm here now so today I spent an half hour blowing my hair dryer on my newly Obenaufed bags! It was kind of gratifying seeing it melt.

LOL! I've done that too!

 

[WishingonaCoach]

I agree with whateve. I tend to use Obenauf's for really dry, faded leather and after applying 2 coats of Leather Therapy. The NYC bags respond well and so do the late 1980's bags that I find can be quite stiff. I would be unlikely to use it on Lightweight leather, and unless it was really dry the 1990's leather wouldn't need it either. You do need to buff a lot after applying Obenauf's and really work it into the leather. Apparently in contains proplis ('bee glue') which has an ongoing therapeutic effect on the leather. Leather Therapy is a mould inhibitor

Leather Therapy (or CPR if you prefer) and Black Rock are essential for all bags, and in that order, IMO.

After reading different posts, I saved many of the info to have it together and handy. I thank you for this "summary" as I see the Obenauf's is not really needed in all bags. Good because I do not like the smell, LOL

I have to mention that the rare bag I got almost by accident (you all helped ), turned out to be even a better deal. All of the sudden I got a $10 refund from the seller, because of the bag in such bad condition, and using a cheaper shipping method (after I mentioned I was not in a hurry to get it). I do not know if she is going to keep selling on Ebay, because she is not going to make much money this way, but she is definitely one of the nicest people.

 

[mrk2014]

The other day I posted about a certain eraser that I use and seems to work on pen ink. (Post #7956)

I had no pictures to share but now I just got a pen mark out and have the before and after. I imagine that with darker colors, you might have to be more careful or be ready to apply some matching acrylic paint with the conditioner, but very little... Anyway, in case that helps.

Edited to add that the ink was old. I had not used this purse for a long time, just got it out and noticed the pen mark.

 

[missbaltimore]

I went ahead and pre-treated then dunked my little pouch but it don't seemed to have budges the spot. It is still drying but here is a photo.

 

[whateve]

The other day I posted about a certain eraser that I use and seems to work on pen ink. (Post #7956)

I had no pictures to share but now I just got a pen mark out and have the before and after. I imagine that with darker colors, you might have to be more careful or be ready to apply some matching acrylic paint with the conditioner, but very little... Anyway, in case that helps.

Edited to add that the ink was old. I had not used this purse for a long time, just got it out and noticed the pen mark.

Wow, looks fantastic. I'll have to add the eraser to my shopping list.

I haven't had good luck with zit cream. I bought Clean & Clear persa-gel 10. The first time I put on a thin line and didn't put it out in the sun. The line bleached but the ink remained. The second time, I put it on a different ink line and a large spot and put it in the sun for about 4 hours. I don't see any difference in the stains at all.

 

[mrk2014]

Wow, looks fantastic. I'll have to add the eraser to my shopping list.

I haven't had good luck with zit cream. I bought Clean & Clear persa-gel 10. The first time I put on a thin line and didn't put it out in the sun. The line bleached but the ink remained. The second time, I put it on a different ink line and a large spot and put it in the sun for about 4 hours. I don't see any difference in the stains at all.

I took the picture before reconditioning the bag, I applied some Leather CPR and I will finish with the Blackrocks. I am happy with the results, also I have been able to erase marks (of unknown origin) on burnished leather. I try the erasers on all marks and stains (carefully), you never know what will come out.

My verdigris is being treated, it's being stubborn. I have to share that I found the perfect tool to apply and scrub, one of those little dental brushes to go between the teeth.

Thanks for sharing your experience about the zit cream. I would try it with white or very light color bags, on darker ones I am afraid it would leave big bleached marks.

 

[Hoalatha]

Also, if you happen to have the Lovin My Bags Vachetta cleaner, it's pretty good for getting verdigris off, believe it or not. Like wiping up a spill with a paper towel.

I didn't really like the cleaner/conditioner set for much else, unfortunately.

 

[Two.time.bags]

With all the talk about dying bags, thought you all might want to check out the Bal that was dyed...

http://forum.purseblog.com/balenciaga/dye-project-in-progress-892624.html

One of the very first posts I read on TPF was about redyeing a Balenciago. Looking at that one you posted has made me think that I really need to save up and get one. I was thinking a Bleecker satchel 11420 but now I want a Bal. Only about 3 times the price but made in Italy! I blame you for this!!

 

[Two.time.bags]

I went ahead and pre-treated then dunked my little pouch but it don't seemed to have budges the spot. It is still drying but here is a photo.

You may have to treat it again - leave it on for a while then re-dunk using hotter water and leave it to soak a while.