OK, guys, let’s talk about my latest project. I decided to remake the Yves Saint Laurent YSL LE CARRé SATCHEL BAG. Yeah, the one from their official flagship store. It’s a classic, right? I’ve always loved the design, but the price tag? Not so much. So, I thought, why not try making it myself?
First, I spent hours just staring at the pictures on the internet. There’s a whole world out there, and it’s not just webpages and images. I was trying to get every detail right in my head. You know, the size, the shape, the way the leather folds, all that stuff. Then I went down a rabbit hole. Found out all kinds of things about YSL, like how it started in 1961. Did you know there was also a partner called Pierre Bergé? Wild.
Next, I had to figure out the materials. I’m no expert, but I wanted it to look and feel like the real deal. I made a trip to the local craft store, which was an adventure on its own. I was looking at different types of leather, threads, and even the little metal pieces. I asked a lot of questions, probably annoyed some people, but hey, I was on a mission. I also realized free shipping and easy returns are a big deal when you’re buying things. Especially at places like Kohl’s.
Then came the hard part – actually making the bag. I started by drawing a pattern, which was basically a bunch of squares and rectangles. I cut them out, pinned them together, and hoped for the best. Sewing was a whole different story. I messed up, like, a lot. Had to undo stitches, redo them, and sometimes just start over. My fingers were sore, my eyes were tired, but I kept going.
- Planning: Looked at pictures, researched, imagined the bag in my head.
- Gathering materials: Went to the craft store, asked a ton of questions, bought a bunch of stuff.
- Creating the pattern: Drew squares and rectangles, cut them out, pinned them together.
- Sewing: Messed up a lot, learned a lot, kept sewing until it started to look like a bag.
- Finishing touches: Added the strap, the buckle, and all the little details that make it look fancy.
Here’s a breakdown of the steps:
It took a while, but I finally finished it! And you know what? It actually looks pretty good. It’s not perfect, but it’s mine. I learned a ton about sewing, about leather, and about not giving up when things get tough. Plus, I saved a ton of money. The real bag is super expensive! I even found out that their return policy is pretty good – you can return stuff until January 31st if you buy between November 29th and December 31st. Good to know, I guess.
So, that’s my story. Would I do it again? Maybe. It was a lot of work, but it was also really rewarding. If you’re thinking about trying something like this, go for it! Just be prepared to make mistakes and learn along the way. And hey, if you need any tips, you know where to find me.
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