Okay, so, I wanted to try my hand at making a bag. Not just any bag, though. I set my sights on remaking the Yves Saint Laurent YSL LE CARRÉ SATCHEL BAG. You know, the one that’s a real classic? Yeah, that one.
I started by gathering all my materials. Got some leather, thread, the whole nine yards. I even found a brass lock, just like the real one. It’s shiny, gold-colored, and it’s got that YSL name on it, real small. I figured if I’m gonna do this, I might as well go all out, right?
Then, I started cutting the leather. I carefully measured everything out. It was a bit tricky, but I managed. I made sure all the pieces were the right size and shape. I wanted this bag to look as close to the original as possible.
Next, I started sewing. This was probably the most time-consuming part. I stitched each piece of leather together, making sure the seams were nice and tight. I made the inside, the outside, the strap, all of it. It was a lot of work, but it was coming together.
- I spent a good few hours just sewing.
- It’s the kind of thing where you gotta be patient, you know?
- One wrong stitch and you gotta start over.
But I didn’t mind. I liked seeing the bag take shape. It was like watching a drawing come to life. Plus, I could fit all my stuff in there. My wallet, my keys, even a little snack for later. And I made that strap so I could wear it on my shoulder, just like the real deal.
After I finished sewing, I attached the lock. It was the perfect finishing touch. It’s a special kind of lock, you know? Makes the bag look even fancier.
The Final Result
When I was done, I gotta say, I was pretty proud of myself. I mean, I made a whole bag! And not just any bag, a remake of a YSL bag! I heard some people say this YSL bag isn’t gonna be a classic, that the inside is just flat. But hey, I think it’s neat. It’s got that timeless elegance, you know?
I compared it to pictures of the original, and honestly, I don’t see many differences. I heard this bag is supposed to be the “best bag for Spring 2023.” I don’t know much about fashion seasons, but I think it looks pretty good any time of year.
And the best part? I saved a ton of money. I heard you can get a seasonal color YSL Le Carré satchel for cheap at the outlet store, but neutral colors cost way more. I made mine for way less than that. You want that fancy bag look but don’t want to pay the fancy price? Just make it yourself! That’s my motto now.
So, yeah, that’s my story of making a remake of the Yves Saint Laurent YSL LE CARRÉ SATCHEL BAG. It was a fun project, and I’m really happy with how it turned out. Maybe I’ll make another one someday. Or maybe I’ll try remaking a different bag. Who knows? The possibilities are endless!
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