I am in need of more leather products for cleaning and recon. What is leather cpr and where do you get it ? Any help is appreciated. Also I have one leather bag whose handles have a tacky feeling to them. Is there a way to get rid of the tacky feeling?
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I got my leather cpr on eBay. Was using Lexol for a while but the leather cpr is way better, really liking the results in getting from it.
I love Leather CPR too. My local Ace Hardware store carries it, also Walmart and Home Depot, or you can order it online (Amazon, eBay). It cleans and conditions the leather. The other one I (and many others here) use is Blackrock Leather 'n Rich which is used as a finish. Buff it out and you get a nice soft glow.
I've experienced that tacky feeling too. I can't remember what exactly I did. I would clean it, possibly with alcohol. It could be grime that has collected from hand oils. You might have to scrape it off carefully without damaging the leather.
I've seen it at Bed, Bath and Beyond but it will cost more there, not that too bad if you have one of those $5 coupons. I've also gotten it at Tuesday Morning, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls. Sometimes they have it and other times they don't. I've never seen it at my Walmart.
I'm over the moon for this bag!! The patina is making me drool and I love how the tassels curled a bit on the ends to look fringe-y. And you've shown me that the bright red lining isn't a dunk worry, either. Thanks so much for sharing your tips & pics and congrats on a beautiful transformation [emoji846]
Hi, ladies! I created a new thread over in the Dooney section for Dooney rehabs. Please be sure to join the fun over there and lend your expertise! It's called Dooney Rehab and Rescue Club. 
Hi, ladies! I created a new thread over in the Dooney section for Dooney rehabs. Please be sure to join the fun over there and lend your expertise! It's called Dooney Rehab and Rescue Club.
Well, I tried. The thread I created got moved and combined with an old one called Dooney rehab thread.
Hello ladies,
I am seeking advice in how to clean the "grime" from the twisted handles of a Madison pleated Maggie style 17777. The color is like taupe but the handles are almost black (gross). If you need to see the picture I will post it, but you are warned LOL
I really do not know how to tackle this one, because the leather is rare to me, in the sense that is not smooth, pebbled, metallic... to me feels like sandy, I do not know how to describe it.
What would you use, Coach leather cleaner, dunk it, sand it? Any input will be greatly appreciated. TIA
I am seeking advice in how to clean the "grime" from the twisted handles of a Madison pleated Maggie style 17777. The color is like taupe but the handles are almost black (gross). If you need to see the picture I will post it, but you are warned LOL
I really do not know how to tackle this one, because the leather is rare to me, in the sense that is not smooth, pebbled, metallic... to me feels like sandy, I do not know how to describe it.
What would you use, Coach leather cleaner, dunk it, sand it? Any input will be greatly appreciated. TIA
Wondering how this project is going and if you fixed the wobbly turn lock. I too have a wonky turn lock and am trying to figure out how to fix since is embedded in the leather.
Hmm, that's a difficult one. I have a Poppy cinch that has very similar leather, I think. It was called sparkle suede. This bag gets dirty just by me looking at it, it seems! Once I sprayed it with Scotchguard, I haven't had as many problems with it. I think I would try very lightly sanding with fine steel wool or fine sand paper. Take care that whatever you use isn't going to transfer a darker color. I've had that happen with steel wool before. Or you could try cleaning with vinegar and/or a magic eraser. I would avoid dunking and I don't think leather cleaner is correct for this type of leather.
Usually it is easiest to replace. It is pretty easy to find a replacement. Coach might send you one if it is a common style.
Casualties of an Epic Ink Battle...
I'm finding the Leather Master dye transfer remover works far better from the suede/inside side. And it kept removing ink after hairspray & Oxyclean gel stop working. Too bad my back said it was time to stop before all the ink was out. This one will need a redunk - never surrender!
I'm finding the Leather Master dye transfer remover works far better from the suede/inside side. And it kept removing ink after hairspray & Oxyclean gel stop working. Too bad my back said it was time to stop before all the ink was out. This one will need a redunk - never surrender!
I just got the glass jars and they have a lot of air in them. I felt a bit cheated as well when I looked at the size of the plastic container!!