REJOICE! woohoo!

[1/6andtinylover]

Congratz! Obligatory picspam time when she arrives!

I think I might be ordering stuff for Elodie soon...and if possible, a can of MSC.

[britbrat18]

Setsunakou sent me pictures of my heads today(they look totally awesome!), and they are on their way home!! I can't wait to put them back together! (It's been kinda weird looking at them sitting in the chair headless, poor Anna in the middle still has her head, but her son and husband are both headless. XD)

[Lexagon]

Awww man I love my mom even more now, she brought Bryn a bathing suit :3

[britbrat18]

I found these really awesome green ultrasuede(really soft and thin, or they could be doeskin) gloves in a old tote of mine, from when I used to play dress up when I was little. I was going to cut them up for doll clothes, but I figured I'd google the brand of them first.

Boy am I glad I did! They are vintage! They are from a company called Bacmo, and all searches are from the 1930's-1960's. And I can't find out much more, with that age though, they might have been my grandmas. They are a bit grimy though, so I gotta figure out how to clean them carefully. I'm so psyched though! My dad thought it was awesome too. I'll post pictures later on if anyone wants to see what they look like.

[Evelien]

I just can't find the words to express the joy I'm experiencing from having graduated. I still don't really realize it. I'm working fulltime this week and I love it, every day I need to pinch myself and tell myself that I'm actually WORKING now. I am SO FRIGGIN' HAPPY!!!!!!!!!

[AlmySidaKay]

I finally came up with a name for my BBB Ariel who will be here tomorrow, Evie! Short for Evelyn. Lexagon was actually inspiring because one of my grandmother's name is Vivian, and I thought old time name would be good. But since she took that one, and I didn't want to be a total copycat, I looked to women in my family, and thought, Evelyn! Tho I think Evie will suit her better. Plus I was also mulling over how to keep on that bird naming theme, and at first I thought Avian, and when I goggled it, it suggested other names like Evelyn.

EDIT: Decided one more minor change to her name instead of Evelyn which sounded a bit too formal, her full name will be Evian, with Evie for short.

[kurosu.chan]

I found these really awesome green ultrasuede(really soft and thin, or they could be doeskin) gloves in a old tote of mine, from when I used to play dress up when I was little. I was going to cut them up for doll clothes, but I figured I'd google the brand of them first.

Boy am I glad I did! They are vintage! They are from a company called Bacmo, and all searches are from the 1930's-1960's. And I can't find out much more, with that age though, they might have been my grandmas. They are a bit grimy though, so I gotta figure out how to clean them carefully. I'm so psyched though! My dad thought it was awesome too. I'll post pictures later on if anyone wants to see what they look like.

Hmmmm...short of buying a kit for cleaning suede, you *could* try a toothbrush. Just rub it lightly on the glove to try and get some of the dirt off.

[Evelien]

I finally came up with a name for my BBB Ariel who will be here tomorrow, Evie! Short for Evelyn. Lexagon was actually inspiring because one of my grandmother's name is Vivian, and I thought old time name would be good. But since she took that one, and I didn't want to be a total copycat, I looked to women in my family, and thought, Evelyn! Tho I think Evie will suit her better. Plus I was also mulling over how to keep on that bird naming theme, and at first I thought Avian, and when I goggled it, it suggested other names like Evelyn.

EDIT: Decided one more minor change to her name instead of Evelyn which sounded a bit too formal, her full name will be Evian, with Evie for short.

Hey that kinda sounds like my name ^^

[AlmySidaKay]

Blame my great aunt?

[victoriavictrix]

I found these really awesome green ultrasuede(really soft and thin, or they could be doeskin) gloves in a old tote of mine, from when I used to play dress up when I was little. I was going to cut them up for doll clothes, but I figured I'd google the brand of them first.

Boy am I glad I did! They are vintage! They are from a company called Bacmo, and all searches are from the 1930's-1960's. And I can't find out much more, with that age though, they might have been my grandmas. They are a bit grimy though, so I gotta figure out how to clean them carefully. I'm so psyched though! My dad thought it was awesome too. I'll post pictures later on if anyone wants to see what they look like.

That old, they are NOT ultrasuede, since ultrasuede wasn't invented until 1970. They are doeskin, kidskin or chamois.

You will first need to know what type of material your gloves are made from. These tips are specific to 4 types of leather commonly used in vintage gloves: kidskin, chamois or doeskin, washable kidskin, and buckskin.

Please be aware that gloves suffering from serious discoloration or perspiration stains may not be salvageable, but it is worth a try. Generally speaking, gloves should be handled with care during the cleaning process. While leather gloves could withstand vigorous handling when first manufactured, their age may contribute to a general fragility. While cleaning gloves, remember to handle with care.

Cleaning Gloves: The Vintage Way
Authentic Vintage Glove Cleaning Methods
Holly Harris
Holly Harris, Yahoo! Contributor Network


A pair of vintage gloves can be a real treasure, whether found at an antique store or passed down from a beloved family member. Unfortunately, cleaning gloves can be a challenge and many beautiful gloves are rarely worn
because they are stained or dirty. Depending on the type of stain, however, this may not have to stop you from putting your beautiful gloves back into circulation. Here are a few authentic vintage methods for cleaning gloves.

You will first need to know what type of material your gloves are made from. These tips are specific to 4 types of leather commonly used in vintage gloves: kidskin, chamois or doeskin, washable kidskin, and buckskin.

Please be aware that gloves suffering from serious discoloration or perspiration stains may not be salvageable, but it is worth a try. Generally speaking, gloves should be handled with care during the cleaning process. While leather gloves could withstand vigorous handling when first manufactured, their age may contribute to a general fragility. While cleaning gloves, remember to handle with care.

1. Cleaning Gloves: Kidskin

Immerse the gloves in a bath of gentle cleanser. Leave them for a couple of hours to let the dirt loosen, then rub them between your hands and either scrub them with a brush or on a washboard. Thoroughly rinse the cleanser out of them, and pat them dry using a soft towel. Put them on glove stretchers to keep their shape, and leave them to dry in a warm area. Avoid drying the gloves too quickly, as this may cause stiffness. Smooth and shape the gloves with your hands once they have thoroughly dried.

2. Cleaning Gloves: Chamois or Doeskin

These gloves are best washed while wearing them, in order to maintain their shape. Make a bath of lukewarm water and pure, mild soap or soap flakes. Because these gloves have a tendency to become hard and stiff when
dry, make sure to dissolve plenty of soap in the water. The more you use, the softer and more flexible your gloves will be. First make a good soapy bath and plunge your gloved hands in to free up any dirt. Then rinse them several times in a lukewarm water bath. Dip the gloves one final time in a water bath with enough soap in it to give it a milky appearance. Then towel dry the gloves without twisting them. Once removed from your hands, you can carefully shape them and leave them to dry flat on a plush towel. When finished cleaning gloves, keep them away from any heat source so that they will not dry too quickly.

3. Cleaning Gloves: Washable Kidskin

These gloves can be cleaned in much the same way as the chamois or doeskin gloves. The only difference is that once they are dry, you can restore their softness and luster by rubbing some clean dry talcum powder into the leather.

4. Cleaning Gloves: Buckskin

Buckskin is a little tougher than the other gloves, but can be cleaned in much the same method, using white soap or soap flakes and lukewarm water if they are of high quality. If they are more utilitarian, a commercial glove cleaning solution may be satisfactory. Either way, they can generally withstand a good brushing to get the surface thoroughly clean.

Remember, when cleaning gloves that are many years old, you will need to use incredible care. Even if the leather is in good condition, there is a chance that the stitching has deteriorated over time. Weigh the risks before taking the chance of cleaning your irreplaceable vintage items. While these are authentic vintage glove-cleaning methods from the early 20th century, only you can decide if the possibility of causing damage to your gloves is worth it.