Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[go2girl99]

Ha I almost bought it today but changed my mind. I don't think I have time for rehab. I have a few from goodwill waiting for me to wash them.

you ladies are killing me......so trying NOT to buy anything.....
and the vintage thread ladies are not helping either
Warning: NOT authenticated!
This looks like a nice little Post Pouch in a drool-worthy color:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Leather-Coach-Cross-body-Bohemian-Style-/182246079753?hash=item2a6eb67d09:g:CSQAAOSwV0RXs5T7

 

[itscindylou]

My rehab queue is full right now but this late 1980s Carlyle is under $20 shipped if anyone is interested:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/172325153731?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

I would jump on that if I wasn't in between paychecks. :/ I love that style. Maybe it'll still be there in 2 days. Wishful thinking probably.

 

[itscindylou]

I dunked and conditioned this Chester but it still has this circular imprint. Any ideas? This is one I want to sell so I'd like to get rid of it if possible.

 

[dgphoto]

What do y'all think is wrong with this bag? Can it be saved?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/322245861328

 

[whateve]

What do y'all think is wrong with this bag? Can it be saved?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/322245861328

It looks like it was stored in a dirt pile. I suspect it was stored in extreme temperatures. In my opinion, it can't be saved. Damage to patent is permanent.

 

[dgphoto]

It looks like it was stored in a dirt pile. I suspect it was stored in extreme temperatures. In my opinion, it can't be saved. Damage to patent is permanent.

That's too bad...[emoji20] Why does patent have to be such a pain!!?? Thanks, whateve!

 

[Catbird9]

What do y'all think is wrong with this bag? Can it be saved?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/322245861328

Yikes! Active mold infestation? I agree with whateve, it's beyond help.

 

[houseof999]

Ok ladies, the rare vintage Bonnie Cashin bag is here! But it smells funky! [emoji20] Is this bag washable with the stripes liner? Can I dunk it?

 

[dgphoto]

Ladies, any tips for reshaping a speedy shaped bag? I have one fresh from a bath and the sides look...puffy? Don't want to overstuff and made them worse but not sure what to do with.

 

[dgphoto]

Ok ladies, the rare vintage Bonnie Cashin bag is here! But it smells funky! [emoji20] Is this bag washable with the stripes liner? Can I dunk it?

I don't know the answer about this one. However, if you can't wash it, I use "odorZout" to remove smells. You can use it on any surface and it will not damage it. It's a granular mineral that you simply sprinkle on and leave a fan blowing on it overnight and it will take the smell away. Then you just throw the granules away.

I have used odorZout A LOT on everything from laundry to tile floors to cars and it works wonders. For me, it has gotten rid of mildew smells, smoke, cat pee smells, etc. I swear by it! [emoji4]

 

[houseof999]

Thank you @dgphoto! I will try it out. The lining has two small holes in the fabric so I have to cover them with tape first.

 

[coach943]

Ok ladies, the rare vintage Bonnie Cashin bag is here! But it smells funky! [emoji20] Is this bag washable with the stripes liner? Can I dunk it?

I dunked the tote I just got. I didn't let it soak for any length of time because it has something cardboard-like in sides and I didn't want it to warp. I'm not sure I should have dunked it, but I did. I think it helped the leather. The odorZout suggestion sounds good for the smell. I've also used activated charcoal to remove smells. It works better than dunking on smells.

 

[whateve]

Ok ladies, the rare vintage Bonnie Cashin bag is here! But it smells funky! [emoji20] Is this bag washable with the stripes liner? Can I dunk it?

I've never dunked any of my lined Bonnie Cashin bags. I've been too afraid to. These older bags tend to smell funky just because they are so old. You can wipe it down with vinegar. The odorZout suggestion is a good one. I've used bath salts before and they worked great.

 

[whateve]

Ladies, any tips for reshaping a speedy shaped bag? I have one fresh from a bath and the sides look...puffy? Don't want to overstuff and made them worse but not sure what to do with.
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I've cut cardboard to the correct shape and placed it inside the bag to help shape it. Also push it up against a wall when it dries to keep it flat.

 

[houseof999]

I've never dunked any of my lined Bonnie Cashin bags. I've been too afraid to. These older bags tend to smell funky just because they are so old. You can wipe it down with vinegar. The odorZout suggestion is a good one. I've used bath salts before and they worked great.

I aired it out in the sun today for an hour. It's better but still smells. S/o smells, that Murphy i washed had strong perfume smell and it still does even after the bath. I put desiccants in there too but the perfume is still lingering. I'm gonna have to get that odorZout soon.