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Black Patent Clutch Bag

Candy0107
Candy0107 Posts: 1,645 Forumite
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Hi Everyone,

This forum is so insirational.

Yesterday I bought a black patent clutchbag from BHF charity shop. It was £5, and just the right size etc.

I have looked at it, and there are a few marks on it - does anyone have any tips on sprucing it up?

Thanks
Candy x
Debts at the start of my journey - about £23,000 lightbulb moment 01.03.2007 (1st payment to CCCS)..Debt Free Date 25.06.2013 Deposit savings £17,000/£30,000

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  • mioliere
    mioliere Posts: 6,838 Forumite
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    Hi there - years ago I was told that Vaseline brings back the shine to patent leather and it really does work. Just apply a small amount with a soft cloth and use a clean cloth to polish it off. It helps to keep it supple, too. Sounds like you've found a real bargain - patent clutch bags are really 'on-trend' at the moment. Long live the charity shops - I'd be lost without them!
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  • kyh
    kyh Posts: 278 Forumite
    I have to wear patent leather shoes at work sometime - don't ask - and I use ordinary furnitur polish and an old well worn duster
  • Candy0107
    Candy0107 Posts: 1,645 Forumite
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    Thanks for the responses. I am off to get the Vaseline now.

    Take Care
    Candy x
    Debts at the start of my journey - about £23,000 lightbulb moment 01.03.2007 (1st payment to CCCS)..Debt Free Date 25.06.2013 Deposit savings £17,000/£30,000
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