Dying Issues

[Pappys Leather]

I have been having issues applying protection stuff like super sheen or satin sheen. I use a damp sponge to apply it. It always removes some of the dye. I use oil dyes and gel antiques. Sometimes it doesn't hurt my project. But I am working on a holster that I applied black gel antique to it. I really liked the way it came out. But when I applied the satin sheen it removed some of the dye and now leather is showing through. Is there any way to fix this or do I sell like it is telling people is an antique effect? How do others here apply the protection finish and what do you use?

[Thor]

Reason being water soluble. Review the properties of the products you're using, please. And as always, try your stuff on a scrap piece first.

I wouldn't buy a messed up item. Back to scratch or giving it away if you can't strip it well and do it again.

[Troy Burch]

You can probly take the finish off with some deglazer and redye it. I don't use a sponge to put on finish it's too abrasive, I use sheep wool and rub lightly. Are you letting the antique and dye dry 12 hours or overnight before the finish? If all else fails someone might like a solid black holster.

[kaerkes]

I use to have the same problem, my own personal solution is increase patience(very difficult some times). I leave the pieces 48 hours(!!!) before finishing layer.

[texback]

Airbrush is a good way to apply your sealer.