For artist Helena Kim, restoring vintage leather is a lesson in self-care — and in going viral

Helena Kim with some of her restored Coach bags on Jan. 1, 2024, in her Chicago home. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

By Chicago Tribune | chicagotribune@medianewsgroup.com

UPDATED: January 11, 2024 at 12:39 PM PST

Kim, 31, has built a following on TikTok for her step-by-step videos restoring vintage leather pieces from Coach.

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Originally Published: January 11, 2024 at 12:29 PM PST

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