So, I’ve been thinking about getting myself a fancy bag, and I’ve always had my eye on those Yves Saint Laurent ones. They just look so classy, you know? I finally decided to go for it and remake myself a YSL College bag. It’s a classic style, been around since like, 2015, I think.
First off, I did a bit of digging around about Yves Saint Laurent. Turns out, it’s this French luxury fashion house, started back in 1961 by this Yves Saint Laurent guy and his partner, Pierre Bergé. Fancy, right? Anyway, I wanted to make sure I got the design right, so I looked up a bunch of pictures of the College bag. It’s got this timeless design that I just love.
Next, I had to figure out what material to use. I read that YSL uses lambskin leather, and they put it through this whole tanning process to make it smooth and flawless. I wanted mine to be just as durable, so I went on a hunt for some good quality leather. It wasn’t easy, I tell ya! I went to a bunch of stores, and finally found some that was just right. Didn’t cost me an arm and a leg, thankfully. Those new bags are so expensive these days!
Then came the hard part – actually making the bag. I’m not gonna lie, it was a lot of work. I had to cut the leather into the right shapes, and then sew it all together. I messed up a few times, had to rip out some stitches and start over. But, I kept at it, and slowly but surely, it started to look like a bag. I even managed to get that YSL logo on there, though it was a bit tricky.
Putting It All Together
The bag’s got this top handle and a chain strap, so I had to figure out how to attach those. I used some metal hardware that I picked up from a craft store. It was a bit of a pain to get it all lined up just right, but I managed.
- Cut the leather: This was the first real step. I used a pattern I found to make sure all the pieces were the right size and shape.
- Sew the pieces: I used a heavy-duty needle and thread for this part. It took a while, but it was kind of relaxing, in a way.
- Add the hardware: This was probably the trickiest part. Getting the handle and the chain strap attached just right took some doing.
- Put on the logo: I wanted it to look like the real deal, so I spent a lot of time getting the YSL logo just right.
After a lot of trial and error, and a few late nights, I finally finished it! And let me tell you, it was worth all the effort. It’s not perfect, but I’m really proud of how it turned out. It’s got that classic YSL look, and it’s something I can use every day. Plus, I made it myself, which makes it even more special. It’s something you can carry your groceries in, or your knitting, you know, it will be durable.
So, yeah, that’s my story of remaking a YSL College bag. It was a fun project, and I learned a lot along the way. Maybe I’ll try making another one sometime. Who knows?
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