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AggieK said:
I've never done it, but I remember seeing ads on tv for repairing leather and vinyl chairs, etc. they gooped something on, and then used something to press in a leather texture. Is that what you're missing? I googled leather and vinyl repair and didn't see anything. I wonder if Tandy's or Michael's might have something. Another thought would be to make your own texture. Using something like a clay that hardens, press it into the texture you want, let it harden, cure, or whatever, and then use this to make your texture. Good luck!
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I remember that! It was one of those cheezy ronko-type commercials.
 
#11,312
Almmac said:
I have the graining paper that has a pebbled look to it. The impression may not be as deep as the area surrounding the repair but it will just look a bit worn... the way that leather grain slowly becomes after years of use. I am having a problem getting the imprint into the gel medium. When I first apply the gel medium, it is too wet to take an impression. If I put the graining paper on top while it is wet and then let it dry, the graining paper will become stuck to the repair. I've had the most success drying it until it is almost set and then pressing the graining paper into the repair. Sometimes there will be a top layer of gel medium that sticks to the paper though, which ruins the entire effect and I have to start over. I've started spraying a little leather cleaner/conditioner on the paper before pressing it to keep it from sticking. I started off using olive oil but it saturated the paper and made the repair greasy. I just don't know if I'm doing it right and I'm curious about what is in leather filler. I don't have a traditional leather filler because I was dissuaded by the answers I got from the companies that sell it. Most of the answers I got were that it might not work or that it definitely would not work on a purse. I know that the gel medium works as a filler. There is just not any information out there on using it as a leather filler or creating an impression in it. I don't know if it's the same as leather filler. There are a few videos out there on filling leather and creating grain using a filler but I don't have a filler and probably won't get one because it might not work. I do have heavy body and regular gel medium, a graining paper, a heat gun, etc.
Fortunately I've only been experimenting on sample leather pieces that I made a hole in and filled. I would rather ruin my little samples than the purse.
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When I was in art school, there was something we used to spray on drawings to protect them. I think it was by krylon and there are a variety of choices. A coat or two on the graining paper may prevent it from sticking.
 
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Ravvie99 said:
You continue to amaze! Of course I've never done this but what if you try applying something to the imprinter that is non-stick but will evaporate, like WD-40 or maybe Purell hand sanitizer gel? No idea if this will work so glad you have practice scraps!

Another idea would be spraying or misting the olive oil, so you apply less. I have a Mist-O from BB&Beyond that you fill with oil, pump it, and it creates an aerosol mist. Just trying to keep your idea wheels turning...
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Ravvie, you read my mind about the WD-40! I just happened to have it out today because I was working on a jerky zipper and a light bulb came on. I noticed that it didn't leave a lasting mark on the fabric part of the zipper where it touched. I was using a q-tip to apply it. Where it touched the fabric would look wet at first but it dried fine. I don't know how it will do with leather but that's what my samples are for.
I used a mist-o to apply the olive oil to the graining paper. I think the olive oil was just a bad idea because of how hard it is to get oil stains out of leather. I could have ended up with a great looking repair that had a huge oil spot surrounding it.
Thanks for the ideas. Sometimes I just need to get the problem out there and the solution comes. It's kind of zen that way. :)
 
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soozlz said:
When I was in art school, there was something we used to spray on drawings to protect them. I think it was by krylon and there are a variety of choices. A coat or two on the graining paper may prevent it from sticking.
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That's a great idea! I have some Aleen's Acrylic Sealant Spray. That would make the paper sturdier than it is now. I've been saving the one I plan to use for the purse. It came in a pack of 6 different grains. I've been using one that I don't think I'll ever use for my experiments.
 
#11,318
This isn't technically rehab related, but I met one of our sisters today. I was doing appointments with one of the Vets I work for. I was bringing in a client and her two dogs and as she turned I noticed she was carrying a vintage Coach bag. I said "Oh, you have a vintage Coach!" Long story short, she collects and rehabs. She said she had 200 bags : O. I told her about TPF. Hopefully she will be stopping by.
 
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Warning: abused suede ahead! Sensitive viewers should skip this post!

So Nyquil and rehabbing do not mix :cray:. Think I brushed this pocket tote to loosen dirt, bathed with Dawn, scrubbed with baking soda, then vinegar, then both, did rinsing soak. I may also have sprayed on Shout and/or Oxyclean - who knows?? It bled, as my grandpa would say, 'like a stuck pig'. Into the washing machine with detergent and vinegar, handwash setting, no spin. Much cleaner but color is still very uneven from dye loss.

What do I do now??? Last resort is a dye job but thought I'd ask the experts before giving in. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Filthy before pic and uneven color now:

ETA: Soozlz, saw your post on the AT thread and sounds like you have the same bug - hope you feel better soon, too! And yes I was self-medicating with eb*y purchases. And Z*ppos... And Am*zon....
 

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#11,320
soozlz said:
This isn't technically rehab related, but I met one of our sisters today. I was doing appointments with one of the Vets I work for. I was bringing in a client and her two dogs and as she turned I noticed she was carrying a vintage Coach bag. I said "Oh, you have a vintage Coach!" Long story short, she collects and rehabs. She said she had 200 bags : O. I told her about TPF. Hopefully she will be stopping by.
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Whoa, 200! Maybe she'll post pics on Vintage Chat..

Look forward to seeing your vachetta legacy stripe and other new ones on here and hope you feel better soon. Whatever bug is going around is nasty and doesn't want to let go.
 
#11,321
Ravvie99 said:
Warning: abused suede ahead! Sensitive viewers should skip this post!

So Nyquil and rehabbing do not mix :cray:. Think I brushed this pocket tote to loosen dirt, bathed with Dawn, scrubbed with baking soda, then vinegar, then both, did rinsing soak. I may also have sprayed on Shout and/or Oxyclean - who knows?? It bled, as my grandpa would say, 'like a stuck pig'. Into the washing machine with detergent and vinegar, handwash setting, no spin. Much cleaner but color is still very uneven from dye loss.

What do I do now??? Last resort is a dye job but thought I'd ask the experts before giving in. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Filthy before pic and uneven color now:

ETA: Soozlz, saw your post on the AT thread and sounds like you have the same bug - hope you feel better soon, too! And yes I was self-medicating with eb*y purchases. And Z*ppos... And Am*zon....
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Ooh my. I'm wondering if you dunked in the least amount of warm water if the dye would run enough to even out the light spots. Like when we dunk a vintage leather bag with scratches and light areas....sometimes afterward the color is more even.
This bug just hit me full on, yesterday. It seems to be going around the office. I was so looking forward to working on my rehabs, but I don't have the energy. I'll just keep thinking of those legacy stripes!! Hope you are feeling better today!!
Ps. I hope the client joins and posts too!! I would love to see her treasures.
 
#11,322
Ravvie99 said:
Warning: abused suede ahead! Sensitive viewers should skip this post!

So Nyquil and rehabbing do not mix :cray:. Think I brushed this pocket tote to loosen dirt, bathed with Dawn, scrubbed with baking soda, then vinegar, then both, did rinsing soak. I may also have sprayed on Shout and/or Oxyclean - who knows?? It bled, as my grandpa would say, 'like a stuck pig'. Into the washing machine with detergent and vinegar, handwash setting, no spin. Much cleaner but color is still very uneven from dye loss.

What do I do now??? Last resort is a dye job but thought I'd ask the experts before giving in. Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Filthy before pic and uneven color now:

ETA: Soozlz, saw your post on the AT thread and sounds like you have the same bug - hope you feel better soon, too! And yes I was self-medicating with eb*y purchases. And Z*ppos... And Am*zon....
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Oops! I did something similar on a suede bag. I squirted it with Soilove undiluted and it took the color right out. I don't think you should waste your time with Fiebings suede dye. I tried that. As soon as I brushed the suede after letting the dye dry and set, the color brushed right out. I tried it twice. Then I ended up using RIT dye which worked much better. You can either spot paint it on or dunk the entire bag. I think I painted it on mine. It was still slightly uneven afterward but not too bad.
 
#11,323
soozlz said:
Ooh my. I'm wondering if you dunked in the least amount of warm water if the dye would run enough to even out the light spots. Like when we dunk a vintage leather bag with scratches and light areas....sometimes afterward the color is more even.
This bug just hit me full on, yesterday. It seems to be going around the office. I was so looking forward to working on my rehabs, but I don't have the energy. I'll just keep thinking of those legacy stripes!! Hope you are feeling better today!!
Ps. I hope the client joins and posts too!! I would love to see her treasures.
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I'm not sure there's enough to dye left in this sucker to help even things out, lol! Apparently there's such a thing as too clean...but I will remember that tip for other bags, so thanks!

whateve said:
Oops! I did something similar on a suede bag. I squirted it with Soilove undiluted and it took the color right out. I don't think you should waste your time with Fiebings suede dye. I tried that. As soon as I brushed the suede after letting the dye dry and set, the color brushed right out. I tried it twice. Then I ended up using RIT dye which worked much better. You can either spot paint it on or dunk the entire bag. I think I painted it on mine. It was still slightly uneven afterward but not too bad.
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So helpful that you've 'been there, done that'! I had remembered reading about your suede dye experience and went straight to looking at Rit colors. Think I'll mix rose pink and fuschia and paint it on....once I'm healthy again. Thanks for the tips!
 
#11,324
Ravvie99 said:
I'm not sure there's enough to dye left in this sucker to help even things out, lol! Apparently there's such a thing as too clean...but I will remember that tip for other bags, so thanks!







So helpful that you've 'been there, done that'! I had remembered reading about your suede dye experience and went straight to looking at Rit colors. Think I'll mix rose pink and fuschia and paint it on....once I'm healthy again. Thanks for the tips!
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I hope your Rit dye solution works!!
 
#11,325
Input needed, TIA :smile1:

I have done a search in this thread about the discoloration/darkening due to the oils on the hands.

I found advice regarding handles, one was fine steel wool and the other cornstarch. In my case what I have is a grey/greenish leather clutch that right on the bottom center, the color is much different and I would like to change that at least a bit, if possible. It is not faded from use or sun, the rest of the clutch has the same color that under the flap.

Would the same methods work, could I try something else?

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