Posts Tagged ‘Leather Handbag’

New Butler Bags for Christmas!

December 5th, 2010

It has been a while coming, but they are finally here! The new Butler Bag designs are here and I already have a favorite!! The Original Hybrid Bag is back, but now in black, Napa Leather with silver hardware and zippered closure. This is the largest bag (16.5" long x 9.5" high x 6" wide, with a handle drop of 12") and a staple for most Butler Bag owners.

Holiday Promotion – take 25% off by using Code BB25 when ordering

My new favorite is the Medium Tote, which is just a bit smaller (16" x 9" x 5" – handle drop 9.5") than the Hybrid and has two exterior zippered pockets. It is also made of the Napa leather, but it has gold hardware and zippered closure, and you also have three colors to choose from, Espresso, Black or Camel.

Now if you are looking for something a little more slender that still has the compartmentalized interior, take a look at the new Day Swagger bags! These are man made leather beauties that have the benefits of an oversized bag, but lay closer to the body because of the trim design. They are available in four colors, Kale (green), Eggplant (a deep blue/purple), Burgundy and Black. They measure 13" x 10" x 4" – with a handle drop of 10', have two exterior pockets, zippered closure and silver hardware.

A little Night Swagger is great for those who prefer a smaller bag that easily transitions from work to a night out on the town without having to go through the ordeal of mid-day bag switch. These bags come in the same colors as the Day Swagger and measure 13" x 7.5" x 4.5" with a handle drop of 10".

Of course, you can still get the Convertible Clutch, Nylon Satchel and popular Nylon Tote in all of the original colors.

All great gift ideas for the holidays and take 25% off by using Promo Code BB25 when ordering.

Ways to Clean Your Leather Purse

May 6th, 2010

A leather purse will last for years and years, as long as you take care of it and show it some love from time to time. If you invested your life savings into an extremely expensive bag however, you should have it professionally cleaned. I have never owned such an extravagant handbag, so I have always cleaned mine at home. Note – never attempt to clean suede yourself – that would end in disaster!

For a basic purse cleaning, start by emptying it out and then turn it over a trash can and shake out of all the loose crumbs, lint, etc. It is always good to do this part at least once a month, so you can get rid of trash and organize your handbag again. If there is any remaining debris inside, I like to swipe the inside with a lint roller, or take one of the sticky sheets off the roller and dab at the remaining specks (if it is a smaller bag).

For the outside, mix distilled water with a very small amount of liquid soap, only enough to make suds when mixed (it really does not take much). Then dip a soft (lint free) cloth or natural sponge (no dye) into the water and wring it until just damp. Wipe down the leather with the cloth and follow up by immediately drying the leather with another

clean, dry cloth. Just gently rub in a circular motion.

There are commercial products available and I have used one called Lexol. My daughter had it for cleaning her riding saddle, so I tried it on an old leather purse and it came out just fine. They make the leather cleaner in several different forms – I find the wipes very convenient.

A good way to extend the life of the purse is to use a leather protector when you first get it and after cleaning and conditioning. They come in different forms (sprays, creams) and formulas for different types of suede and leather.

I will repeat this though – if you have a very expensive handbag (or one made of suede), you should have it cleaned by a pro – definitely not worth taking the risk, since you’ve already spent big bucks!