Thank you. I dunked the entire bag last night and straightened the strap for the fob. I am conditioning the leather and trying to get it looking as nice as possible. I'll post and update when finished. Just such a disappointment that I can't get the pen out.
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My mother-in-law came over today to look at all the purses for the auction. She saw that bag and could not believe that people would donate bags that weren't kept in good condition. Just sad when you see the inside.
A purse organizer in a color similar the lining will 'hide' the pen marks on the inside. That way someone can enjoy the bag without being reminded on a daily basis how sad the inside looks. I'm not saying to hide the fact that the bag has pen marks, just to suggest a way for someone to still use the bag. On ebay there are nylon purse organizers that sell for around $5. They are light weight and work well. Of course, there are much more expensive purse organizers available also.
I'll offer that as an option in the auction for whomever wins. There's just no time to purchase and get it here by Thursday. The auction starts online early Friday morning, so I have to have it all detailed and uploaded by then.
It really is a shame. The exterior has soaked up the conditioner and is looking really nice. I would have liked the interior to have been able to come clean, but those ink marks are still highly visible. But it was a free bag and even if it only brings the rescue $20 it's fine.
I've got a white Jimmy Choo bag that was retailed somewhere around $1,600 (I think) that I'm conditioning/cleaning bc they didn't put much effort into taking care of their bag. I'd be surprised if we made more than $300 on it. Thank goodness the majority of donations really have been in excellent shape.
I asked the same on Friday about a vintage bag that I posted pictures on. Interior or exterior? You may not want to try anything on the exterior as you might damage the leather or cause the ink to spread.
I'd wait to get a few more responses, but possibly 70% alcohol on a q-tip could remove it, but realize the pen can spread. You could also dunk and wash the bag to see if it would lift it out, or possibly fade it.
Wow! You did an amazing rehab on this bag!! The leather and trim look fantastic! [emoji4][emoji173]️
It's just gorgeous!! Which products did you use after the dunking?
Thank you. I used Leather CPR. I did 2 coats on the main body of the bag and 4-5 coats on the trim and strap edges. I finished it off with 1 coat of the leather condition made by Brahmin for their bags.
What should I use on the british tan leather trim to remove old ink marks? Or is it best to leave it alone at this point. I'm sure the ink has been there a while as it's a vintage dooney and I just got it off ebay. New at this, thanks!