Can I Save This Vintage Gucci From The Trash?

[@bobbiellison4315]

Never had one, never will. But I can appreciate the satisfaction of a project well done!

[@RachelStrickland]

Thanks! I’m so glad you enjoyed the process.

[@RachelStrickland]

Bobbie are you on instagram?

[@winwinmyfriend4727]

@@bobbiellison4315 right

[@melinatedvessel6840]

Is there a link to purchase bags from the whatnot seller?

[@RachelStrickland]

@melinatedvessel6840 yes the seller is linked in my description

[@sparkleeverafterwithgina5540]

After watching your videos, I purchased an ivory, crocodile embossed, Kate Spade satchel. It was $38 at Savers, but the tag was the 50% off color! I cleaned it all up, using techniques I learned from you! I was able to sell it for $149 and it only cost me $19! Thank you for all you do for us!

[@RachelStrickland]

You're awesome! Great flip!

[@amberdeady9176]

I am 40 years old and believe it or not I have never owned a designer bag. Not to say I wouldn't want one, but the cards just never unfolded for me ot have one. This was SUCH an awesome and informative video that I will for sure refer back to if I ever find a vintage bag.

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you! I hope you do find an awesome one some day!

[@andreaschmall5560]

I believe you meant to say the stars did not "align". Stars do not unfold. Just sayin'.

[@amberdeady9176]

@@andreaschmall5560 If you reread my comment I said the cards just never unfolded. Not stars. Just sayin'

[@trinasthings]

@@amberdeady9176 I just bought a vintage Coach bag in great shape on Poshmark for under $30. A lot of resellers are marking down items for the holidays so they can clear out some inventory. If you compare prices on various platforms the cards might unfold for you. 😉

[@imjust.9867]

Loved the video and the bag! I’ve been trying to do this (on slightly smaller scale) with thrifted bags. Learned few things from you, thank you! ❤️

[@GreatGreebo]

I’d never bothered with luxury brands as I was field biologist at the time but 16 years ago my boyfriends’s mother (who was a classy, well dressed woman) bought me a Coach hand bag for my birthday. It looked and felt so luxurious and I thought it was the most beautiful hand bag I had ever seen. I felt so proper and glamorous whenever I used it for formal occasions or going out. Good memories! I still have it to this day and it’s still gorgeous.

[@lugo_ayana]

@@GreatGreebo Coach is also a luxury brand. It’s not “ultra” luxury like LV or Gucci, but it is luxury as well.

[@captainhml3868]

I went through the exact same thing with my vintage Gucci lunch box type bag. The inside was BLACK sticky, peeling, junk. It got on EVERYTHING!!! Then I just dunked it in the sink. I was so close to throwing it out. Now, I love the bag so much and it looks great! A real testament to the quality of the leather!

[@RachelStrickland]

You're right! The good stuff can withstand the sink. 😆

[@roob2u2]

My first designer bag was a Gucci bucket bag in cream and saddle. Gosh I loved that bag! Great job restoring this Gucci! I also have one that the lining is exactly like the one you just did. You have given me hope! Thanks!

[@RachelStrickland]

I’m so glad this inspired you! I’m excited for your bag!

[@brendac742]

Beautiful job. But the green belt just doesn’t click with me.

[@PartanBree]

That was such an impressive piece of work. Incredible how much human hand gunk can ruin things, and how hard it is to remove!

[@theemporium5899]

This was SO good.😂 You essentially captured every emotion of what an attempt at restoration / refurbishment is like. That nervous/frustrated / unsure bits of laughter got me cracking up real good. I'm addicted to buying 'potential'. Needs a bit of this or bit of that sign me up! The end was amazing. Great job! Much love from 🇿🇦

[@RachelStrickland]

Haha you're right, it's an emotional roller coaster! I bet you're nice and warm while we are covered up with snow!

[@djop66]

My first designer bag was a Coach. I think I purchased it for $300 at a Coach store in San Diego. Probably 2006-2007 and I still have it! It’s in great shape.

[@cyndi8799]

Love your channel!! I love restoring vintage anything, altering/ refashioning clothing, etc. thanks do much for all you do!

[@Cashmir-23]

Wow! That was amazing. I had so many designer bags that got messed up over the years and I just got rid of them. Now I will never get rid of a bag. I will take my time and just repair it. Thanks for the inspiration. I remember my first designer bag was a Liz Claiborne crossover. My first job in High School back in the 80’s was at Macy’s . By working at Macy’s opened me up to all the designers. I went from Liz to Fendi to Chanel. Keep bringing the good Videos.

[@RachelStrickland]

I’m so glad the video inspired you to give your bags a second life! And chanel.... 😍 😍 gah!

[@davidhuang6869]

Excellent restoration job! Nothing bring the pride and satisfaction than being able to bring a vintage item back to life! Hat off to you!

[@RachelStrickland]

Thanks so much! I was so happy to be able to rescue it.

[@normablake2748]

My first designer bag was a Marc Jacob’s Louis Vuitton bag that I thrifted at a Goodwill store. You did a very good job on the Gucci bag. Keep doing you ❤

[@RachelStrickland]

It was such a fun project!

[@Lizs1231]

My first bag was a used Coach in the 80s. I still have that bag. I’m so excited to find you so I can restore its shine again ❤

[@RachelStrickland]

Yes! Leather cpr on vintage coach is amazing with this brush.

[@escherstudios4587]

Thanks!

[@RachelStrickland]

😍 thank you so much

[@rhoward295]

Hi Rachel, I have always wondered how people did designer bag rehab. Thank you for showing me your process! I’m super impressed with how it turned out. It definitely doesn’t look like the same bad at all! My first designer purse was a Vera Bradley that I bought in the early 90’s (not even sure if Vera is considered designer or luxe). Anyway, I bought one of her mini backpack purses because it was so beautiful with the African safari zebras and it’s perfect for the 80% travel schedule I was on. Its price shocked me, and I was lucky to get it on a 1/2 off sale due to the store’s downsizing. I loved it!

[@RachelStrickland]

That Vera Bradley sounds amazing! 🔥

[@praeliora]

I personally would have removed the lining and replaced it..yes designer bags may lose value, but the mess it made would have warranted the risk of selling it as a full restoration

[@RachelStrickland]

It was such a mess.

[@ltac8194]

I always enjoy your videos. I just bought my first (used)designer bag 3 months ago. It's a coach Satchel Bag. I luv it so much. Why did I wait so long to get one?

[@doreenstarling9240]

My first designer bag was from the bins. A vintage Bottega Veneta that I still have. I never bought a luxury bag new. Really enjoyed this video. My top-selling and favorite things to buy, sell, and collect are vintage leather bags. I had no idea that leather stain pens existed. I use Edge Kote and Agelus leather paints but didn't know about the pens. Going to get them soon, I think! I love this bag, especially with that green belt. Gorgeous.

[@RachelStrickland]

Thanks so much! I bet that Bottega Veneta is fabulous. They also sell these pens in primary colors!

[@cmakle5812]

Great job on the bag! I love rehabbing bags, shoes, clothes, furniture, houses, everything!

[@RachelStrickland]

I'm the same way! It's a personal challenge

[@patriciareyna2099]

My parents bought me my first Gucci handbag (similar to the small Ophidia bag) for Christmas when I was 13 years old. I sold it 10 years ago and wished I would’ve kept it. Great job on refurbishing this Gucci bag!! It looks gorgeous. I had the same issue trying to remove the sticky stuff over the summer. That stuff got everywhere and I did it outside! I had to wash it several times. I left it as it took forever to remove the sticky stuff & it has three compartments. The only part that is leather is the thick strap but it’s a very unique bag.

[@planetjazzy]

My first was a LV I found in a junk bin I was 16.. It was dirty had melted purse syrup (lol) I spent for 16 years till someone stole from under my desk at work.. Your work is amazing! I so want to labor away ❤

[@judywilliamson2068]

Wow! I just happened on your website. I have several C bags by coach. I’ve stopped using them because (I’m so hard on purses!) I feel they need a little cleaning, but I was afraid to tackle the job. When I saw you dump that purse in the water I got my courage up! Thank you! I am going to get my favorite C bag out and get it cleaned up first thing in the morning!

[@RachelStrickland]

You'd be surprised what you can put a good bag through. I've given loads of coach a bath 🛁

[@ginaking3485]

I have a Gucci bag (from 1986) with this sticky icky junk. I can’t carry it because it is yucky!!!! Thank goodness you made this video!!!!!! I can’t thank you enough for being so real!!!! And letting us see all the different tips and tricks! I’m going to save my bag and be able to use it!!!!! Thank you for showing me how to be brave and confident!! 💜🩵

[@RachelStrickland]

Yes! You got this! But for the love of purses, put down a trash bag first. 😆

[@jenniferfernandez8764]

Amazing! I love to restore bags and accessories and often purchase from WhatNot! I subscribed to your seller - thanks for the referral there! You did so beautifully! I have never done an interior restore that wasn’t leather and easily paintable - but I just might now!

[@RachelStrickland]

I love the thrill of the hunt on WhatNot! And you totally got an interior restore! I believe in you!

[@sassymimisandysue3997]

Rachel thank you so much for trying this Gucci repair. You did an incredible job! I’m so totally impressed by how well you cleaned it up! I have tried a few of these techniques, but not on bags quite as expensive as this one nor as far gone as this one was! You are incredibly adventurous and you have given me the confidence to try this again one day on another more expensive bag. Thank you for all you have shown me and everyone else❤

[@celestialblueceleste2511]

I've removed that sticky lining in bags with nail polish remover. Acetone from the hardware store may work. Acetone can't be used on rayon fabric. It will dissolve. Your final result looks great! You saved a bag from the landfill!❤

[@maryinthemaking7211]

New subscriber here! So much fun to see it restored. I’m amazed at your patience and optimism but it really paid off. 😍

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you! You're going to love all the bag rehabs to come!

[@bakon4u]

I got my first true vintage bag three yrs ago during the pandemic. I was 52 yrs old. I felt like i had finally made it lol. It was a retail Micheal Kors. Just loved it. Still have it. 😊

[@RachelStrickland]

A well crafted piece just makes ya feel that way. You probably made it long before that though. 😉

[@bakon4u]

@@RachelStrickland ❤️

[@wpbrealtorkim]

My first original was in 1980 a small olive colored Fendi make up bag (approx 7x5 inches) that I still have! Started using it as a small clutch for years....and it still looks great!

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh wow! I don't yet own fendi

[@dottie1970]

My very first was a Coach Dinky. I was 27, 1st descent job and went to Macy’s on my lunch hour. That was back in 1997 and I still have her❤. Of course I have admired the LVs & Gucci’s, I even saved for a wallet, but sometimes things come up and the dream just isn’t meant to be. I do want to compliment you on your restoring, you have a real talent to bringing these bags back to there beauty - not to mention your creativity. I have appreciation and respect for your determination, artistic vision and ability. I am a new subscriber.

[@jlouutube65]

THIS WAS SO AWESOME!!! Thank you for bringing us along for the ride...learned soooo much! I restore bags/wallets as a hobby and re-sell them on Poshmark. I learned that patent leather is just a lacquered layer on top of a painted layer and I guess the lacquer on your patent leather interior just broke down. I just bought a COACH wallet where the inside leather is chipping as though it is fatigued foam...I have not ever seen this. Great job on your restoration!! P.S. acrylic paint will peel off of metal. :)

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh yay! Fellow reseller! I sell on ebay posh and whatnot.

[@katieg2161]

That stickiness is no joke. It gets all over EVERYTHING.

[@RachelStrickland]

You ain't lying

[@trishm1613]

What a great project! I love rehabbing bags and shoes, I can’t even remember what my first bag was but I have only thrifted them!

[@RachelStrickland]

It's so rewarding finding a gem at the thrift!

[@suzisharp132]

I think you did a fantastic job on rehabbing this bag!!!! Anyone would love to have this to carry year-round! My first "designer bag" was also a Dooney & Burke. I, too, saved up to buy the bag. Mine was black pebble leather with the duck on one side. I was so proud of myself when I could buy that bag - I took it home and my young daughter colored the eye of the duck with a black ink pen! I could have strangled her! lol Years later, I saved again and bought an LV from Neiman Marcus in Dallas. I did not register either bag, and years ago, I gave the LV to my daughter to carry. She carried it for a short while, then stuck it up in her closet unprotected. The leather dried out and there is a tear in the leather on the front of the bag. I've wondered if I could take the bag to a shoe tailor to see if they could sew up the tear, then I could work on rehabbing the leather. I've had the bag 40 years, so it is about to be considered vintage.

[@RachelStrickland]

You should definitely save that bag! 20 years is vintage believe it or not so your bag definitely qualifies

[@suzisharp132]

@@RachelStrickland, thank you.

[@cecilyerker]

Sharpie is removed with isopropyl alcohol

[@joybauer4969]

Is Coach considered designer? My first bag was a signature coach bag....many years ago. My husband used to buy them for me every Christmas. I have kept them. Awesome job on the restoration! I love that this was kept from the trash!

[@RachelStrickland]

I think so! I love coach! Your hubby is so sweet to buy those!

[@maries1381]

Great job restoring! My first 'high end' bag was the LV Never Full PM bag - when it was first released I believe in 2007. I went shopping in BH with my husband's aunt and uncle... she purchased one for her and then surprised me when they got a second one to gift me.

[@laurelldockall2399]

My first was Dooney and Bourke Florentine Satchel. 4 years ago at age 61. The leather is fabulous. ❤️

[@RachelStrickland]

Yes! That's a beautiful bag!

[@supermilkchan123]

It's so sad that so many of the vintage gucci bags are plagued with this cheap sticky lining. I found a *sublime* Tom Ford-era fall/winter 1996 runway bag with gold-toned brass piping. The exterior was practically pristine, but the interior lining looked like it was pulled from the Titanic shipwreck. So disappointing! But you really turned this one out, BRAVO! A beautiful bag gets a second chance at life!

[@RachelStrickland]

I'm so glad you understand it's a problem that plagued that era. So many people assume the bag is fake. It was even common with LV at the time.

[@middlelle]

My first designer bag was a beige leather evening bag made in Spain under the designer Maridel Bolsos. My first name is Maridel, so I was thrilled. Since then I’ve collected 8 of her bags. My last one came with the dust bag (yeah). I have to say your diligence in saving this bag was admirable. It turned out beautifully.

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh now I'm going straight to Google to look this designer up!

[@margaritagonzales6556]

I would of been tempted to cut out the lining! Lol. You did great! Awesome job!

[@RachelStrickland]

At one point I sure was considering it.

[@KimberlyCald851]

I love this video. The one thing I have to be honest about is I wish you would stop saying you don’t know what you’re doing. You absolutely do know what you’re doing and you’re learning through a creative process of attempting and trying, which is all you can do! You did an amazing job good for you!!!!. You need to have more confidence because when you’re saying, you don’t know what you’re doing and we’re all watching your video for help how to learn how to do something. It helps to buy into the fact that you’re teaching us something and we’re gonna learn but when you say you can’t, it makes me feel like I can’t and I definitely know that I can try this THATS WHY I CLICKED ON YOUR VIDEO! Seriously you did such a great job. Kudos again to you have a great new year and again lead with confidence🎉❤

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you for the insight. Maybe it would be better if I said "I've never done this before but we are learning together " hahaha. I just uploaded a video redoing a painting and i think my verbiage was more along those lines. Wording matters, youre right and I don't want mine to sound negative. I tried to teach my kids not to say "can't " and to instead say things like "I'm not able to yet". I have some videos where it's a process I've done before and I feel more confident teaching. This one was definitely us learning together. 💕

[@KimberlyCald851]

@ I think that your attitude general in life is a beautiful one and as women we need to uplift each other and as mothers, we also need to encourage each other because those kids never come with the book. I wish you all the love and success that you can possibly handle and I’ll keep tuning in.❤️❤️❤️

[@ashleybautista2650]

I'm hooked I just found your channel I love designer bags I'm enjoying watching you restore the Gucci bag 💼 🧐💫🫶🌟

[@Snoops510]

I'm older. Back in the day, the first bag everyone needed was a Liz Claiborne...at that time one of the more expensive bags. Along with Etienne Aigner bags. Also sold at Macy's. I still have the latter Aigner...now I guess it's vintage but in excellent condition. I just discovered your channel today, and I know it's going to be a Go-To for me on a regular basis. This makeover was amazing. And a Gucci!

[@debbiewatermelon]

I had a Dooney stolen out of my car at a Post Office and finally got a new one on sale for $100. I am guarding it.

[@RachelStrickland]

What a bummer. Glad you found a new one and at such a great price!

[@Temblett1]

What a wonderful job you did! The belt looks just incredible and I really love how you took that leap and completed the whole project with the pen, it was well, well worth it. A great watch, thank you ❤

[@mivanka3459]

You did a good job on this bag. It looks better at the end. My first designer bag was a damier ebene LV riverside.

[@RachelStrickland]

Love the damier ebene. That and epi leather are a couple of my LV favs.

[@AnnetteShelton-ou3oj]

I have a red one of these Gucci bags and it’s so sticky. Thanks for sharing this video!!

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh I hope you get to rehab it! Don't forget to lay down a trash bag. Hahaha

[@elizabethmcgrath6198]

I am amazed I don't even know how got to your channel but I really enjoyed watching you do magic. I would have been far to scared to do any of it except getting it wet very used to saddles get wet the joy of soaping them and polishing to a shine so satisfying. I don't have a designer bag but my saddles are extremely good brands.

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you so much! Oh gosh I saw an Hermes saddle online the other day and thought about how incredible it was!

[@fl3693]

I found one for 30. A suede Tom Ford beige leather shopper. I spent a whole afternoon in the garden getting the gross melted leather off it with a shoe brush. Now I have a plain canvas inside and a Gucci bag for £30

[@RachelStrickland]

Fabulous!

[@Sarah-ki4vo]

When I started doing purse rehab I had no clue what I was doing. All just trial and I ruined several purses but that's part of the proces!

[@RachelStrickland]

Thanks for the encouragement

[@AuthorLHollingsworth]

She did a phenomenal job with cleaning up the bag. Brava!

[@PegClark-d2b]

Amazing job!!! My first designer was also the D&B like yours! Great minds huh!? Anyway... well done. You're awesome at what you do.

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you!

[@AvatarPrimus]

I´ve never been inerested in owning designer items, but last year I bought my first pre-loved designer clutch by Ferragamo, then I bought a handbag from Liz Claiborne and a green and cream handbag by Ralph Lauren, both vintage.

[@throwingsomescrapsaround7359]

Amazing rehab!! I did not think you were going to pull it off but you did it! 😂 my first designer bag was a small Coach monogram hand bag, a short strap to carry it. I got it in Oct 2014 as a gift from my husband for my birthday and it is the only bag I use to this day. It still looks awesome!!

[@labutler4029]

When crafting or repairing something I would lay something down to protect whatever I was working over floor, table counter etc.

[@SweetSagan]

You did such a beautiful job! I’m blown away! The Diana is one of my favorite bags. They are gorgeous and yours is stunning! Just wow 😍My first designer bag was a LV black epi wristlet that I converted to a crossbody. 🖤

[@mamawithacameralori]

I love how committed to this project you are. Amazing

[@RachelStrickland]

I would not let this purse go! Hahaha

[@margaretgonstead6956]

Mine was a Coach bag that my husband purchased for me. It is black and like a saddlebag, over the shoulder with a front flap. I love that bag. I still use it from time to time. My best purchase is a Dooney Burke Red Plaid Wool with a Brown suede Bottom and Black leather handle. I found it a garage sale where a man was dumping his wive's things for $5.00 . I purchased other things that I resold but I still have that bag.

[@lekeciagarland6148]

You did a fantastic job restoring this Gucci bag, it came out so beautiful 🤩.

[@RachelStrickland]

Thanks, it was a real labor of love!

[@kreativekimberlyco]

Wow! That was an amazing transformation and restoration!! I would have lost patience when the sticky residue got on the outside. Great tips! My first designer bag was a vintage Coach 9755; paid $4.99 at Goodwill ❤ Still on the hunt for a Dooney, vintage and at a bargain of course. Also, back when I was in high school, my aunt gave me an entire LV monogram luggage set (duffle, dress bag, etc). The zippers were ripped so I donated it. Never knew if they were authentic (highly likely they were) and have always regretted that decision.

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh my gosh my face dropped when you said you donated it! I hope you find another set one day at a steal!

[@conniep5757]

First "designer" was also Dooney. Small wallet on a string before cellphone days. Wore it for years. Still have it somewhere. Just bought a similar vintage bamboo Gucci. Same stickiness on the inside. Ordered some dog collars to straighten out the bamboo. That way can have two matching ones.

[@RachelStrickland]

I was thinking dog collars too after I made the belt. Smart idea.

[@reginaappleby3573]

My first luxury bag was a vintage LV Monogram 0:19 Speedy 25. That was 20yrs ago and I still have it! You did a great job on that Gucci and have inspired me to try to rehab a Dooney & Burke bag before I trash it!

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh yay! Obviously if you mess up, just keep going. Hahahaha

[@ginahettesheimer2700]

Best way to clean a vintage leather bag is a warm bath of Dawn and water using a soft brush. Soak for about 20 mins. Rinse well under cold water. Dry for a couple days using rolled towels inside to keep the bag's shape. Condition the bag after. ❤

[@dianel979]

Love watching you rehab a bag! Honestly I’m not a designer purse kinda girl, but I have relatives who are and would love the LV vent buttons! I do have a nice leather Jack George’s bag that I thrifted to sell, but decided to keep and use for myself. Nothing fancy but nice quality.

[@RachelStrickland]

I'm guilty of keeping a good bag i intended on selling. Haha. Whoops. You're entered!

[@feathersmaxon4619]

This video reminded me of watching Slim Potatohead riding out Hurricane Fiona in his trailer. You wondered why you were watching, and yet you couldn't not watch it to the end! What a lovely transformation by the end. Good job!

[@gigishields]

Thank you so much for this video. I have recently acquired some vintage bags that need TLC. Watching you experiment means I don't have to❤

[@kayldee1215]

My first designer bad was an LV speedy which I bought with my first ever bonus check. I still have it and love it.

[@RachelStrickland]

Speedy is so popular right now!

[@seehowitworks1131]

I totally agree with washing it and getting it wet. Leather is very durable and surprisingly resiliant. I have thrown leather bags in the washer...also with the thought of can't make it worse. Good job on your dedication to fix this piece up.

[@tracypoynor1511]

My first designer bag was a white pebbled leather Dooney Burke bag as well. Still have her and use your rehab suggestions to keep her looking stylish - Thank you for making these videos!!

[@RachelStrickland]

What a keeper! I hope you get many more years out of her!

[@JudyCarey-j9n]

I have never had a designer bag. I loved your video and how well the bag looks now. Great job!

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you! You're definitely entered

[@marcellapitti3216]

Omg, that was amazing! I can’t believe how great this bag looks! You ROCKED THIS,

[@CatTravis]

I'm 60 and have never had a designer bag. I've never been able to afford one, but I truly enjoyed your video.

[@jenny2282]

Same here.. 46.... but this year I was at a church sales and a rich lady donated some of her old bags and I got 30 bags... 10 bucks each lol! They are real! And u know what. I'm still using my vintage ralph lauren bag I got off ebay for 90 bucks.. it looks just as good.... not if better than most of them. Even fossil bags feel better than the Gucci bags I got! When I told my family the story..then showed up for Xmas. They thought the bag I was using...my rl one was one from the ladies lot.. ... so goes to show...irs not the brand its the quality

[@annfridinger1307]

What an amazing job! You gave me hope ( and tools) for my 2-3 Guccis that have deteriorated inside. They were perfect when purchased. I would really like to know what causes this deteriorating on seriously expensive bags. Mine were purchased pre- loved, but still. Thanks for all your tips and tricks.!

[@lisarelova427]

My very first designer bag was a huge bucket type tote from Coach that was British tan and even has the suede inside, no liner. I will never get rid of it. You have inspired me to pull it out from storage.

[@516barbara5]

This was a really enjoyable rehab video. Thanks for introducing me to some terrific products, and interesting techniques in restoring vintage handbags. I'm new to your channel, and I'm looking forward to enjoying more of your content!

[@dmreddragon6]

I am impressed! I didn't have much faith in the process. You really turned that purse around with all your hard work.

[@rozannakuykendall60]

I love what you did with this handbag!!! You are so creative! 😍

[@RachelStrickland]

Thank you so much!!

[@electronicservice7086]

I love the Ray Ban Meta glasses. I find that they are perfect for capturing the moment😊🎉❣️

[@ameichholz]

Great job! The inside looks great, I would probably try and get a custom bag insert for it.

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh nice idea!

[@MissTamTam]

I haven't worked with those exact pens but from doing art I thought maybe if you put it down and then instantly dabbed with your finger like blotting and blending it out if that makes sense. I know stains dry super fast so every second counts. Plus the towel probably soaked up any leftovers as opposed to your finger or a glove absorbing less and spreading more. Doing it over huge areas though obviously your finger would be a pain but for smaller faded areas it would help better I think. The bag turned out so pretty and how perfect was it the exact belt you wanted was at the store. Just meant to be.

[@RachelStrickland]

Okay I'm following you. Like blending pencil. I could give it a try next time for sure.

[@estherwagner6735]

My car needs those vent clips immensely! I pick up at least one bag of litter a week and unfortunately, my trunk has suffered in spite of the multiple layers of tarps I place before putting the bags in to take to the landfill. I've never had a designer bag.

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh no! Well fingers crossed! Also try some baking soda!

[@beverlyb5144]

I buy Coach bags and revitalize them. I am a Madeline Coach person. I wash mine then use lots and lots of towels and several days. I think you are doing a great job with this purse but that would have been an outside job because of the sticky stuff. I also only use Dawn Dishwashing Ultrafoam to take off Goo Gone and sticky stuff. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the green belt!!!

[@RachelStrickland]

Great tip with the dawn! I love unlined leather coach. I have a growing collection. Haha

[@ninasacco7574]

The first designer handbag that I purchased was a Louis Vuitton Pochette Accessoire.. Great job on the Gucci! Thank you for sharing.

[@1111Lois]

I enjoyed your transformation of the Gucci bag. My first designer bag was a Dooney and Bourke, which I brought about 43 years ago. I didn’t know anything about Dooney and Bourke. I just like the leather style doctor bag. I also brought the bag from Macy’s. I Donated the bag to Goodwill as the handle twisted and I did not know that I could send it back to Dooney and Bourke to get fixed. True story.

[@allisonm9639]

Fabulous job!! First time watching you. I’m a fan! My first purse many years ago. A Luis Vuitton. Man oh man wish I had my vintage bags, thanks for sharing.

[@carolthomas9814]

My first designer bag was a 80s black coach. I really wish I still had it! You did an amazing job!!

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh those old coach bags were so well made!

[@vale501]

My first I call designer bag is an envelope Gucci. Brown leather trim with Gucci monogram print.😊

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh that's a classic!

[@vale501]

@@RachelStrickland I still have her🥰

[@spare7291]

My first nice bag was the Coach Willis in patent leather in a deep red color. I got it on sale at the Coach outlet way back when the outlet only carried previous seasons bags from the retail Coach stores. I still have it and love it. It looks as good as when I first bought it about 15 years ago. ❤

[@Lindyloo61]

My first proper designer bag is from 90s Gucci. I hated the strap so had one made to match the gucci green and red webbed strap. Makes it more modern, I now have 4 G bags, and assorted purses but never buy new and always have authenticated . 🇬🇧

[@RachelStrickland]

I love the treasure hunt of finding a good used bag too

[@RachelStrickland]

At what point in the video did you think I should just throw the bag in the trash?

[@rhondabauschlicher1056]

@@RachelStrickland I had faith in you -you would get it looking good 👍

[@Cashmir-23]

Hi Rachel my name is Cashmir I been watching your video for a couple of months. For some reason I knew was going to figure it out. You’re doing a good job don’t give up.

[@devonneshort4749]

No you can clean it and fix it was $17 that is awesome! I buy bags from Japan for $150-$200 and still cleaning the inside of a LV bucket bag🙄 I will check out there whatnot shows😁love this content !!!!!🥰. That sticky stuff sucks but you can get it out 🤩

[@nathaliecruz3211]

@@RachelStrickland The lining with the mess of the sticky everywhere!! You have such dedication and determination Rachel!! You are an inspiration!!!!❤️❤️

[@RachelStrickland]

Awww thank you!

[@janettechapple1782]

When you consider the original value of this bag, for Gucci to use such an inferior product for the interior is appalling. They were basically encouraging high end throw away fashion

[@RachelStrickland]

There seemed to really be a problem with the linings of gucci and Louis Vuitton in the 70s-90s. They get powdery or sticky often. Maybe they were cutting corners

[@timtaman5]

I have never had a designer bag but I do have a wallet that the snap closure is made from a repurposed LV key chain/holder!! Thank you Rachel!! ~Tammy

[@RachelStrickland]

That’s a really cool detail! You're entered!

[@yogadebra]

Wow! Great work on this!!!!!Excited to watch more similar redos

[@RachelStrickland]

I definitely have some more pieces to work on!

[@joycemorrow5840]

Awesome work. My first designer bag was the LV speedy 25 about 40 yrs ago through a consignment shop. I still have her today.

[@All.New.Maggie.Who.]

My first designer bag was by Sew Grandma. Who the heck is Sew Grandma your ask? Why me of course, I make my own bags. I have never purchased a designer bag and never intend to and am not really sure how I ended up here. With that being said I really did enjoyed watching you bring that bag back to life.

[@RachelStrickland]

Wow! I am impressed you make your own bags! Thanks so much for watching my video. 😃

[@dest4656]

My 1st bag was a coach tote. Then a Dooney and Burke. I think you did an awesome job refurbishing that Gucci bag. Can't wait for more videos.

[@kimwatson6387]

Great job!!! Amazing work! Love watching. My first was a Dooney and Burke as well got it in the 90s. Wish I had mine as well still. Again great job. ❤

[@PartanBree]

This is very cool, I loved your ingenuity, and the little touch that Gucci is still making the same bag but has added a belt to stop the bamboo handles straightening out! I did wonder if you could reshape the handles with hot water, but I'm pretty sure that would destroy the finish and you would have to completely refinish them. So probably better not.

[@RachelStrickland]

Oh that's a smart idea though!

[@theartfuljourney8578]

Great Job! I had faith in you but love the touch with the belt buckle. My first designer bag was a Dooney & Burke satchel with matching wallet and key fob. My best was this year I invested in an LV Signature Neverfull I call Olivia.

[@RachelStrickland]

Olivia sounds fancy!

[@collinsonthemove]

Wow! This was so fun to watch you rehab this gorgeous bag ❤❤ you are so talented !! I know I wouldn’t be able to do it lol My first designer bag was a D&B mini backpack from Italy , that my in-laws bought me 🥰 and my mini coach bag , I still use to this day - over 20 years old 😉

[@RachelStrickland]

I need to see pictures of your coach!

[@icemeoutlikeelsa]

People think designers just got cheap recently, those 80s and 90s bags also had fake leather lining so that's why it's such a mess inside. I think that's fabric with a plastic fake leather coating that's peeling.