Okay, so, I decided to try my hand at remaking the Yves Saint Laurent LE CARRé SATCHEL BAG. You know, that classic style everyone’s been talking about? Yeah, that one. They’re super expensive if you buy them from the actual store, so I thought, why not give it a shot myself?
First off, I started by gathering all the materials. I’m not going to lie, finding the right kind of leather was a bit of a challenge. I wanted something that felt just as good as the real deal, you know? After looking and looking, I finally found some good quality leather and bought it.
- I got some high-quality leather.
- Then some sturdy thread.
- And of course, all the necessary hardware – buckles, zippers, you name it.
Then came the actual making part. I carefully studied the design of the original bag, looking at every little detail. And thanks to the official site, I got the ID product and its photos. It’s called “BLACK LE CARR satchel in BOX SAINT LAURENT” by the way. I even checked out how they stitched everything together. Once I felt like I had a good grasp of it, I started cutting the leather. Let me tell you, cutting straight lines is harder than it looks! But I took my time, made sure everything was measured perfectly, and cut away.
Next, I began stitching. Now, this part took some real patience. I wanted to make sure each stitch was neat and even, just like the original. So, I practiced a few times on some scrap leather before I moved on to the actual bag. Slowly but surely, the bag started to take shape. I added the lining, the pockets, all the little details that make this bag so special.
After hours and hours of work, I finally finished it! And you know what? It turned out pretty darn good. I mean, it’s not exactly like the original. I found that every Saint Laurent bag has a serial number, which is usually printed onto a small rectangular leather tab. But I’m still proud of it. It’s got that classic YSL vibe, and it feels amazing to carry around something I made with my own two hands.
Final Thoughts
If you’re thinking about trying something like this, I say go for it! It’s a fun challenge, and you learn a lot along the way. Plus, you end up with a cool bag that didn’t cost you an arm and a leg. Just remember to be patient, take your time, and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. That’s how you learn, right?
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