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melody
True Blue Farmgirl
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Melody
The Great North Woods in the Land of Hiawatha
USA
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 Posted - Sep 25 2015 : 11:50:18 AM
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I've have a darling little vintage carry on suitcase and have decided to do a little decoupage on the outside. The trouble is the inside which is intact-is pretty filthy. Lining I believe is silk or a rayon / silk blend....Any suggestions on how to go about cleaning it up?
I had baking soda inside for well over a year so it doesn't smell at all, just really, really dirty.
I don't want to have to "rip" the inside out-want to maintain the historical integrity of the piece, but jeez I just don't know what to use to clean it!
Any ideas would be GREATLY appreciated....
Melody |
Edited by - melody on Sep 25 2015 11:50:39 AM |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Sep 25 2015 : 1:26:39 PM
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Melody... unfortunately the interiors are a tuff nut to crack when it comes to cleaning...
but... you might try using a spray on upholstery cleaner...(follow directions on the can)
if that does not work and 'spot cleaning' doesn't work... your last possible option is to use a 'fabric dye' that can be brushed on..
and of course last but really not that difficult (just time consuming)... is to remove the interior fabric...
if you go on 'facebook',,, type in 'vintage train case'... there is a whole bunch of ladies who frequent this site... CeeJay and myself included...
Have fun and as I say.. "Show No Fear! "
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Sep 25 2015 : 1:29:29 PM
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Melody, I just re-looked at your photos,,, is only the bottom yucky? if so,,, why not just replace the bottom fabric with a cute contrasting print fabric?
for example, if you are decorating the out side w/decopauged roses.. why not us a rose printed fabric for the interior replacement...
just a thought...
be sure to take photos and share with us...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 25 2015 : 1:46:44 PM
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here are 2 easy ideas for revamping the interior...
(these are photos off of face book)
re-cover the inside with fabric or lace...etc...
I thought this was pretty clever... tear up piece of a brown paper sack,,, decogauge it on... then seal it...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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Posted - Sep 25 2015 : 6:58:51 PM
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Melody,
I've redone several train cases and some bigger pieces. I understand you not wanting to tear out the lining . . . I don't now of anything that will really clean it. Grace has offered some good suggestions, I believe.
I have successfully replaced lining in several pieces. If you decide to do that and want suggestions, let me know.
Wishing you the best!
CJ
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