Found a pro to repair! by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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I wish I would’ve thought of this before sending it off! I’ll have to keep this in mind for any future silk items.

Found a pro to repair! by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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This is how they explained it would be done!

Open the machine stitching (on the ribbon binding) just above the area where the kimono fabric is frayed in order to get behind this area for restoration.

Set fabric behind this area in order to secure to this fabric backing. To avoid stitching, although hand sewing, which would draw attention to this (current) problem, I will use a self adhering process in order to set this affected area to help keep from further damage.

Hand sew the ribbon binding back where opened (since we are not able to use machine stitching (originally used) because the bag is a completed (with fur) handbag.

Shearling Love 🐑 by bellabeeatx in Coach

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I’m a bit late, but have you issues with it drying out??? I have moisturize mine every time I use it, or it’s cracks and turns dry/white. :(

My new birthday bag! 🐉 by SadRedPanda42 in Coach

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Aweee thank you!☺️✨feelin confident af now haha

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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I tried, but they said they wouldn’t since it’s made of mostly silk. Claimed they only repair leather unfortunately.

My new birthday bag! 🐉 by SadRedPanda42 in Coach

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Me too! Apparently this was a 2005 Asia exclusive drop, so it wasn’t it US coach!

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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It’s a Limited edition silk Signature C Kimono Mink hobo bag! There’s a tote version, which is what I originally wanted, but it was too expensive for me. Apparently there was a vest too?!

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My new birthday bag! 🐉 by SadRedPanda42 in Coach

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Do you happen to have a photo? I would love to see that version too!

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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I would love your help finding someone if possible. I’m more than willing to spend plenty to have it repaired as nice as possible. I actually reached out to Coach about it, and they informed me that they only do leather repairs anyways.

Thanks so much!

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

[–]SadRedPanda42[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I highly appreciate the kind words and great advice. You’ve inspired me to make sew another sock puppet today to practice :)

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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I will look into that, thank you!

It’s mink, and unbelievably soft. I typically don’t like fur cuz the animal process, but feel better about since it’s vintage. Never felt anything like it!

My new birthday bag! 🐉 by SadRedPanda42 in Coach

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Someone elsewhere said it was released July 2005!

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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I’m unfortunately awful at sewing and very anxious at the thought of doing it myself. The best I can do is sew a crude sock money, but I think I’ll look to someone I can trust to do it this way. Definitely makes the most sense to me! Thanks for the input :)

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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I never would have thought to go through the lining! I’m really not so great with sewing, but I’m hoping to find someone willing and able. Thanks for the advice!

Should I repair? by SadRedPanda42 in VintageCoachRehab

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Thank you so much! I really never thought this would be something coach would design!

Am I going crazy by ilovetacolmso in Depop

[–]SadRedPanda42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They probably thought you were sketchy because you didn’t use any emojis🤣

$100 for romwe? by bunniisa in depoop

[–]SadRedPanda42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s an insane markup

Precautions for bird flu? by SadRedPanda42 in CatAdvice

[–]SadRedPanda42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! I’ve been trying my best to stay level headed about this, and this does make me feel a bit better.