After putting my Traverse Bag right to use [love it, btw!], a friend asked if I'd Scotchgarded it or not. Even though I live in an area that gets more than its share of rain, I had not; and in fact, never had water-treated any of my handmade bags. I decided to find out if I was the only one or not by creating my first Instagram poll.
I really didn't know what I was doing, and had to go to youtube for some help. But I figured it out, and was able to get a screenshot 24 hours later just before it disappeared.
So I guess I'm in the majority, but there were enough folks that do do it that I'd love to hear about it! I did find a post on Craftsy about it, but would still love to hear from you. Do tell in the comments!
I have. I scotchguarded the ivory clutches for my wedding. I was afraid of them getting stained. It worked fine. I did it after they were assembled because I wasn't sure if the scotchguard would impact gluing them into a frame.
ReplyDeleteI've Scotchgarded many bags. I like the extra protection from not only wetness but dirt. I think it certainly helps. Some don't like to do it, though, because of the chemicals.
ReplyDeleteAn Instagram poll! Wow you're getting some 'tech' ability. Hats off to ya.
ReplyDeleteI can see that Scotchguard would be good for a white formal kind of bag.
Thanks for the tips in your Tuesday at the Table newsletter.
I really liked the 'Paneling; Improvisational Quilt Design' tutorial by Sewkatiedid.com.
Exciting.
I hadn't thought about this. But I made a denim bag and I think I am going to give it a shot of waterproof when I spray the new boots I got. Nothing to lose and lots to gain if it stays clean a bit longer than usual.
ReplyDeleteIn general I don't waterproof but every time I've made duffel bags or other luggage-like bags I have waterproofed them. The results have been excellent. Another way to put it: I only waterproof if the bag requires it in order to be fully functional.
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