NRA Blue Eagle Label (1933-1935) slip water stain

EndlessAlley

EndlessAlley

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Hi,

I found this lovely 1930's NRA Blue Eagle Label slip. I saw a small dime size mark on the lower back of the slip and tried to remove it with some water. :duh2: Well now you see I have a 1 1/2" water mark.

1. Should I just leave it alone. Other than this "boo boo" the slip is in perfect condition.

2. Should I avoid using steam or a damp press cloth when pressing the wrinkles out so I don't get more water marks?

3. regarding value. I found only one item with the Blue Eagle Label. Any opinion of value would be greatly appreciated or if it's worth having a paid opinion I am open to that information as well.

Thank you once again for your time & help,
Alice
 
I was successfully able to get rid of a water stain that I created on a 40s satin gown by putting some folex on a washcloth, rubbing it over the water spot until the water spot was gone, and then using a dry area of the washcloth rubbing back and forth over the wet area to dry it so another ring did not show up.

I hope you are able to get it out.

Caryn
 
It looks like that was caused because the garmet is actually probably quite dusty. It made a dirt/rust ring at the outer edge as the water pushed outward. Are you opposed to carefully cleaning the entire garment? I have had luck with that. They had to have had a way to clean these items other than dry cleaning.

Otherwise, I have also had luck with Caryn's suggestion. You have to stay with the spot and blot and blot and blot until it is dry. Watch the edges and keep on them with the dry area of your cloth. Careful with rubbing so as not rip or tear or wear the fabric.
 
Folex is good, but it will also leave a tide mark. You should be able to hand wash this easily. That may not remove the stain, but should remove tide marks. Use a gentle soap and just let it soak. Rinse well. Lay as flat as possible in a tub to soak and dry flat on towels. Don't wring it or over agitate.

The NRA label is not common, but is also not super rare. It doesn't really add a lot of value to an item, just nails the date down. As to a value, most members prefer not to asses a value on the boards for a lot of reasons. A hands on assessment is really necessary, prices are volatile, and your selling venue will determine a great deal of the price.

Hollis
 
Thanks Hollis,
I understand about the evaluation on line.

But your comment, "The NRA label is not common, but is also not super rare. It doesn't really add a lot of value to an item..." is perfect. It gives me a good guideline to remember as I research similar items.

Thanks everyone for your tips on cleaning. I can now move forward without the feeling of "I'm really going to screw this up" :sunshine:

Alice
 
Tide line is indeed the edge of the moisture mark. Someone used that term here and I thought it especially apt!

Hollis
 
I'm with Hollis; a gentle hand washing should improve that area immensely. I use the generic "Woolite" stuff for my vintage lingerie.

Alice, I assume there's not a maker's label in this? I ask because that is almost identical to a Fisher slip I have... Does the lace at the bodice have any sort of cross-over or overlap treatment?
 
Lucky for me then that the Folex did not leave a tide mark.

In the future I will handwash gently the way described in this kind of situation.

BTW..Anne and Hollis, I was browsing your items for sale. You both have lovely stuff for sale and it is displayed so nicely ;)

Caryn
 
FYI - there IS a small sub-sect of vintage wearers/collectors who WILL pay a premium for items with an NRA label.
Unfortunately, those people are generally pretty cheap overall, so that premium doesn't amount to much ;)

Also -- in a retail environment, size means EVERYTHING. Your tag looks like it might indicate a sz 36 or 38 (I can't quite read it... but maybe I'm entirely wrong), which is a decent size for this era. Depending on your place on the retail ladder, a XS/S size version of this slip could be $30-60, whereas a L version might be $45-85. Wide range, I know. But we're all in different places on this scale - and how long you're willing to sit on it also plays a part.
Of course - you can always just auction it and let the market decide... :)
 
Hi Anne, Lace on bodice does have the addition of 3 appliqued lace flowers below the lace neckline (is that overlap treatment?), but no crossovers.

And Kristine thanks for tip regarding the "cheap" NRA label followers. I got a good laugh over that. But I do appreciate your pricing suggestions.

Alice:icon_dante:
 
Oh, Alice, if you have not already washed it, I forgot to mention that you should put a capful or so of hair conditioner in your wash and rinse waters--this will keep the slip from shrinking, or at least keep any shrinkage to a minimum.

Check to see if there might be a label remnant in a side seam--I know a lot of lingerie from that time looks similar, but I'm so struck by the resemblance to my Fisher.... If it's a Fisher and a good size, in addition to that label, it's likely worth quite bit!
 
Perfectly timed post Anne.
I am planning on washing it tomorrow. ... Shrinking???? EEEEKKKKK!!!!!

I turned the slip inside out and looked everywhere for a tag......nothing. Not even a hint of where one might have been, but I'm a pretty good artist maybe I could fake one :camera::USETHUMBUP:

Alice
 
Washed the slip as suggested, including conditioner. Tide mark is gone!!!
Original stain still there, but looks better, and slip appears to have suffered no shrinkage. Fits dress form the same!

Thanks everyone for your advise!

Alice
 
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