Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[jminersmith]

Hi everyone! I'm new to all of this and was looking for a bag to try my rehabbing skills out on. Do you think she's fixable? I've got my supplies on order but don't want to waste my time if it's hopeless. TIA!

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-coach...own-leather-/111797544403?nav=WATCHING_ACTIVE

 

[mellopan]

Hi everyone! I'm new to all of this and was looking for a bag to try my rehabbing skills out on. Do you think she's fixable? I've got my supplies on order but don't want to waste my time if it's hopeless. TIA!

http://m.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-coach...own-leather-/111797544403?nav=WATCHING_ACTIVE

Haha I also want to bid on that one! Yes I think you can definitely restore the leather to better condition but the pen marks are probably permanent.

 

[casseyelsie]

Hi everyone! I found a Vtg I like but wondering if this bag is possible to clean? There seems to b so much stain! Pls give me your wise opinion. I will only ask for the bag to b authenticated if she's worth rescuing. TIA! [emoji4]

 

[Catbird9]

Hi everyone! I found a Vtg I like but wondering if this bag is possible to clean? There seems to b so much stain! Pls give me your wise opinion. I will only ask for the bag to b authenticated if she's worth rescuing. TIA! [emoji4]

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A bit of a challenge because of the light color. It would look better after a bath and conditioning, but it would probably still have some stains, marks and "patina." Do you have pics of the inside?

 

[yellowjello]

Yes they can. I'm always a little more cautious with lined bags but several people have dunked these. It is a Sheridan Glenwood from 1992-1993. These styles don't have creed numbers.

I washed one of these just a couple of weeks ago. I was worried as it is an olive green color and the green dye ran out of it a lot during its bath. I thought it may stain the lining if it continued to release color while it was drying but it didn't. It's a super cute bag. Rehab was very easy on mine.

Thanks for the advice whateve and Belicious. Unfortunately I got caught up at work and didn't get to buy the bag >_< I hope you enjoy carrying your bag Belicious

 

[casseyelsie]

A bit of a challenge because of the light color. It would look better after a bath and conditioning, but it would probably still have some stains, marks and "patina." Do you have pics of the inside?

Thanks catbird. I will pass, saw similar bag but in good condition but it's dark brown color n I've too much brown bags [emoji19]

 

[katev]

FYI, I posted some tips about using the Apple Rain and Stain Repellent to protect delicate beachy bags at the thread below:


http://forum.purseblog.com/showpost.php?p=29323585&postcount=22

 

[Catbird9]

Thanks catbird. I will pass, saw similar bag but in good condition but it's dark brown color n I've too much brown bags [emoji19]

Here are two active listings for lighter brown Courier Pouches if you are still interested. I like these! The second one could be a good rehab project if the price doesn't go too high. (It'd be a good idea to get it authenticated first if you plan to bid.)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/221909351198?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111800701766?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

 

[casseyelsie]

Here are two active listings for lighter brown Courier Pouches if you are still interested. I like these! The second one could be a good rehab project if the price doesn't go too high. (It'd be a good idea to get it authenticated first if you plan to bid.)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/221909351198?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111800701766?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Thanks!! 1st listing is SO Ex! Wish me luck on 2nd listing [emoji16] I'll get it authenticated

 

[whateve]

I have a cute taupe AWL Dooney with worn edges. Any suggestions on a color match for the taupe? I'm not good at mixing colors.

 

[casseyelsie]

Hi again to Coach experts, I found a vtg bag in light color that's quite dirty. Since its not considered very cheap, I would like to hear your opinion on the stain.



Rescue-able? [emoji16]

 

[Catbird9]

I have a cute taupe AWL Dooney with worn edges. Any suggestions on a color match for the taupe? I'm not good at mixing colors.

Meltonian Shoe Cream in Bone looks pretty close, but I haven't actually tested it. Their Beige Taupe looks too dark.

 

[whateve]

Meltonian Shoe Cream in Bone looks pretty close, but I haven't actually tested it. Their Beige Taupe looks too dark.

Thanks. I've never used Meltonian. Does it cover completely? Does it dry so it won't get on the tan parts?

 

[Catbird9]

Thanks. I've never used Meltonian. Does it cover completely? Does it dry so it won't get on the tan parts?

I've used the black, mixed with a little conditioner, applied sparingly with a q-tip, then rubbed with fingertip to blend, on worn AWL corners and light scratches. It won't cover completely, but it should minimize the appearance of the wear. You may need to do one or two light coats. It seems to soak in and dry (does not rub off onto the tan parts).

Here is a good article on refurbishing AWL Dooneys:

https://vintagedooneybourke.wordpre...shing-all-weather-leather-dooney-bourke-bags/

 

[whateve]

I'm pretty excited to report some success I've had with ink on a white bag. I neglected to take a picture of the ink mark before I did anything. The first picture is after the first treatment. It was a lot worse before that. I put that on before I went to bed so no sun exposure. After the second treatment, I put it in the sun for about an hour. I don't know if the sun helps. It seems it worked some without it.

I got the idea from JaNan16. Here is her original post: http://forum.purseblog.com/showpost.php?p=27876836&postcount=7645 It's on page 510 of this thread.