So the methods I used were a little unconventional and risky. While I was scared, I figured the bag could not look any worse!
Here is the before:
Disgusting color transfer covering the back.
Dirt on the corners and bottom.
Overall dirty front.
The Method:
First, I used carpet stain removal to lift out the color transfer stains.
I couldn't tell if it was working or not; if it was, it wasn't working fast enough! I went online and read about throwing a dirty Coach bag in the washing machine! This bag doesn't have any leather components, so I thought it would be worth a try. :o
I put Shout all over the color transfer on the back, and threw it in the washer! I did this for two cycles.
Here is the after!
Of course, I still have a little work to do on the back. But other than that, the front looks much brighter, and the dirt on the bottom/corners are practically gone!
the bag kept it's shape and color, even after two cycles in the washer! My bag is wearable again!
Maybe I'll use the Folex Carpet Cleaner again in the back, since the stain is so minimal. I will post a picture tomorrow showing the stain completely removed!
Here is the before:
Disgusting color transfer covering the back.
Dirt on the corners and bottom.
Overall dirty front.
The Method:
First, I used carpet stain removal to lift out the color transfer stains.
I couldn't tell if it was working or not; if it was, it wasn't working fast enough! I went online and read about throwing a dirty Coach bag in the washing machine! This bag doesn't have any leather components, so I thought it would be worth a try. :o
I put Shout all over the color transfer on the back, and threw it in the washer! I did this for two cycles.
Here is the after!
Of course, I still have a little work to do on the back. But other than that, the front looks much brighter, and the dirt on the bottom/corners are practically gone!
the bag kept it's shape and color, even after two cycles in the washer! My bag is wearable again! Maybe I'll use the Folex Carpet Cleaner again in the back, since the stain is so minimal. I will post a picture tomorrow showing the stain completely removed!
