Coach Rehab and Rescue Club
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I think I've seen that pic but didn't even recognize it as the same bag! Yours is beautiful.
I've been watching that bag and wondering if it could be saved. Yours is so beautiful it makes me tempted to bid on it just for the challenge.
I know, but I was thinking I could try using SnoSeal and heat on it. The ripped leather is another story. That would be a really difficult repair that is probably beyond my capabilities.
Your bag is gorgeous. I wouldn't have thought they were the same bags.
What does Sno Seal do exactly? I've only heard that it's great for waterproofing. What could it do for a strap that's cracked as much as this one? I was watching this sad bag too, hoping that someone can save it.
So I dunked the python Audrey yesterday. I didn't let it soak but I worked quickly to clean it with an old toothbrush and Dawn. It dried quickly and I put a coat of Apple already. It's much cleaner and the leather looks a bit better. I'm going to try Blackrock on it later. I'm also contemplating using waterdowned glue or some kind of sealer on top of the scales that are lifting. What do you guys think?
I still have to paint the hardware. But so far I happy with the results. I can throw my laptop, lunch, etc without worrying about a bag. No need to baby it since it was so cheap.
I still have to paint the hardware. But so far I happy with the results. I can throw my laptop, lunch, etc without worrying about a bag. No need to baby it since it was so cheap.
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Another rehabber used Sno Seal (plus heat) on a strap that was cracked, then used Melotian on top of it to restore lost color. I haven't tried it myself, but I'd to try it. Her results were really good.
Looks great. I think watered down glue might work. Or you could use acrylic varnish or leather cement.
Hello! PLEASE don't hate me for asking this... but has anyone tried to dye a bag? I have a small unlined cross body bag from the early 90's (?) that was a pale blue. (#9983). I like the bag and its in good shape, but the color looks dingy. I washed it, conditioned it (leather CPR), put on blackjacks, still dingy. I was thinking maybe I could dye it, since its unlined. I'm pretty sure some of you are cringing in horror, but I just don't use it because of the way it looks. I would if it was a little more vibrant. I was thinking of trying for a similar color dye, not a big change. Any thoughts on best way to do this?
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There are a few ways you can do it. Sometimes bags are too far gone for any other solution. If you just want to brighten the color, I find dunking in a RIT dye bath works well. You should probably wash it first to get rid the conditioners so the color penetrates. Don't use salt and it isn't necessary to get the water boiling hot. The RIT dye will dry out the leather and make it stiff so it will need lots of conditioning afterwards (after it dries). No matter which method you use, the most difficult part is getting the color to go on evenly. For me the worst was Fiebings leather dye. I could never get that to do on evenly.
Another solution is to buy Wood n stuff Leather Refinisher. If you use this method, you won't need to wash beforehand. You'll only need a sample size bottle. Mix it with conditioner. I prefer to use a thin conditioner like Apple or Lexol to mix with paint but I guess you could use CPR. Use more conditioner than paint in your mixture. Since you just want to enhance the color, you'll want the dye to be pretty watered down. That will make it less noticeable if it doesn't go on evenly too. I like using makeup sponges for application. Don't condition for several days, giving the dye time to become permanent.
Hi All! I first want to say thank you to everyone who posts their rehabs on here. I have gone through so many old threads to learn from all of the work you guys have done. I have recently completed a few light rehabs on smaller vintage bags-- just cleaning and conditioning needed. But I am completely stalled on my next bag. I bought this beautiful NYC satchel for a steal on ebay. She looking like she would just need some minor work and she would be beautiful. Well, to my surprise, the box arrived completely covered in some sort of greasy substance that leaked through to damage one side of the purse (flat part of bad, bottom piping, and side piping). I was able to get a refund from USPS, but still want to see if there is anything I can do to minimize the stains. The creed is glued on so I am hesitant to dunk (and honestly have no clue if dunking would help). I tried some lexol cleaner and it did not do anything to the stains. I also tried the cornstarch method suggested by many posters online and there wasn't a difference. Any advice would be appreciated! Thanks in advance.
What a shame! It looks like the box sat in a puddle of motor oil.
I'm glad you got your money back.If it were mine I would dunk it. The glued-on creed may or may not fall off, but even if it does, it can be easily glued back on.
I would use Dawn detergent (known for its degreasing strength) and warm water. Make sure to soak it long enough that the leather is completely wet, and scrub the stains with a soft brush.
Several applications of a good conditioner, buffing, Blackrock and more buffing may diminish the appearance of the stains, but I doubt if they'll go away completely. Still, I think it's worth a try. Good luck!
P.S. Welcome to the Forum!