Bag Care Tips

1. Avoid placing your leather purse in direct sunlight as this will dry the leather and cause it to fade and/or crack.

2. If you are using a sponge to clean your leather purse, opt for natural (non-colored) sponges. (the dye may rub off of colored sponges).

3. Do not expose your leather purse to excess moisture or water as this may damage the leather.

4. Avoid using any type of harsh cleaners or abrasive cleansers your leather purse as these will cause damage to the surface.

5. Leather does occasionally need to be replenished and reconditioned. Although there are products on the market for this, you might try mixing 1 part distilled white vinegar with 2 parts virgin olive oil. Shake well and apply to leather in circular motion. Let sit for about 10 minutes, then buff with a soft cloth. A second buffing may be necessary.

6. NEVER use baby wipes or any other alkaline cleaner on your leather purse as it may damage the finish.

7. Remember, if you have any doubt as to the proper way to clean your leather purse, always consult a professional.

How to clean leather bags

When we buy a new hand bag there is this inexplainable joy that comes with it. Could be the fact that it’s a new acquisition, the fact that it may be a designer bag or we got a really good deal on it! Whether you bought your bag first hand or it is a second hand acquisition, it is important to take care of it because as you use it, it gets old due to exposure to the elements hence as time proceeds it begins to lose its sheen. Keeping your leather bag looking new and fresh need not be either expensive or time-consuming. Whether you use commercial products or make your own, cleaning and conditioning your leather bag(s) every three or four months will keep them looking new longer. (These tips apply for all leather items) 

Getting started:

You will need:

• Three soft cleaning cloths (dry)
• One soft sponge
• Mild liquid facial or body soap (such as Johnsons or Neutrogena)
• *Distilled water
• Bowl or small bucket
• Warm water
• Dry towel
• **Water-based leather conditioner (found in most leather clothing or furniture stores)

*  If you do not have any access to distilled water, boil water till boiling point and allow to cool and use this in place. It is important to use either boiled water or distilled water as normal tap water contains chlorine and other contaminants that may damage your leather bag.

** You can make your own leather conditioner if you don’t have access to the commercial products. Add one part vinegar with two parts virgin olive oil. Mix this in a lidded jar by adding the ingredients, closing the jar with the lid and shaking the jar vigorously.  

The Cleaning Process:

1.       Empty all contents from your bag.

2.     Open your bag wide, unzipping all interior pockets and turn it upside down, shaking vigorously to dislodge all loose dirt and debris.

3.     Wipe out the interior of the bag with a soft cleaning cloth (dry). (Where the inside of the bag is really dirty, wash it normally with detergent and water as per the cleaning direction. Be careful only to dip the inside of the bag in water to avoid contact with the leather)

4.       Mix a few drops of liquid soap with about two cups of distilled water, mixing until suds form.

5.       Dip your sponge or soft rag into the soapy water and wring out thoroughly, so that it is barely wet.

6.       Wipe the leather surface of the bag with the damp rag.

7.       Dry thoroughly with the towel, buffing as you go to restore luster.

8.      Buff the surface with the second dry clean rag to restore luster.

9.       Treat surface with the leather conditioner as per product instructions OR if using the home made product apply the solution to your leather bag with a clean cloth and let it set overnight, then buff your leather with a soft cloth.

Note: ALWAYS check the tags on your leather purse for manufacturer’s tips and suggestions with regard to cleaning. If the manufacturer’s advice contradicts anything contained in this article, ALWAYS follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Introducing the Brook

Brook is the ingenious bag hanger that keeps your purse off the ground and within your sight and has multiple functions.

A first in Kenya and brought to you by ToteallyKenya, the brook TRIPLES as a bracelet, bag hanger AND a bag charm. Talk of getting value for your money!!

Whenever you need to hang your bag, open either end of the Brook, place your bag’s handles on the curve of the brook and place the pad of the brook on the table. When done, pull it off from the table and it instantly folds on to you bag securing it. 

It instantly hooks onto table edges, chairs, doors, rails, wire fences, and shopping carts and holds your handbag securely. 

Unlike conventional bag hooks it can hang on most non flat surfaces and holds up to 20kgs! Meaning that you can even hang your laptop on it.

When not in use, hang it directly on your bag or pass a scarf through it and use it as a bag accessory or wear it as a beautiful bracelet.

Get yours today in Light amethyst, Amethyst, Blue Zircon, Emerald, Light Siam, , Emerald and Green tourmaline at only Kshs 1000 inclusive of delivery. (discounts apply for more than one piece) 

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Emerald

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Beat the cold

Beat the cold season with this perfect blend of grey and black. You can pair black leggings with a grey brown sweater and accessorize with a grey clutch and grey heels.

How to Make Key Hooks for Purses

When a purse has a key hook sewn to either the inside or outside of the purse, the purse owner will always have a convenient and easy place to attach a key ring. This will eliminate frantic and annoying digs through the purse because keys will always be hanging right on the hook when needed. Making a key hook is a simple little project that will be appreciated every time you don't have to search for your keys.

Instructions

1.  Cut a 3-inch by 4-inch rectangle from the fabric.

2. Place the fabric rectangle so that the wrong side is facing up and the short sides are on the top and bottom. Fold in each long side edge so that the raw edges meet in the center of the rectangle. Press these folds.

 

3. Fold the fabric in half so the point where the raw edges meet from Step 2 is now a side edge. Press this fold. The raw edges are now concealed within the fabric and you have a 4-inch by 3/4-inch rectangular fabric strap.

4. Stitch two lines of stitching from the top edge to the bottom 1/4-inch away from each side edge. This will flatten the fabric strap and give it additional strength.

5. Place the metal ring onto the fabric strap and slide it down one inch from the top edge of the strap. Fold over the strap at this one-inch point. Fold up the raw edge on the bottom edge 1/4-inch. Press these folds.

6. Fold up the bottom edge one inch so that it overlaps the raw edge of the first fold. Sew across the point where the ends overlap. Stitch several times back and forth to secure it well.

7. Position the ring so that it extends out from one folded edge of the strap and stitch a line immediately under this point to secure the ring at one end of the strap.

8. Stitch the key hook strap to the purse in the desired position. Optimally, it would be stitched to an inside edge of the purse so that the keys will be contained within the purse but attached at the same time.

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How to Make Key Hooks for purses

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