Alright, so the other day, I got this itch to try something new, and what better way than to mess around with a classic, right? I decided to remake the Yves Saint Laurent LE CARRé SATCHEL BAG. Yeah, that super classy one everyone’s always going on about. It’s a classic style, and you know what they say, classic never fades.
First off, I got my hands on some leather. This is important because the YSL bag, it’s all about that quality, you know? So, I made sure the leather was good. Not too stiff, not too soft. Just right. Then I started cutting. Now, my hands aren’t as steady as they used to be, but I took my time. Cut here, cut there, following the shape of the bag I had seen in pictures.
After cutting, I needed to sew the pieces together. This part, let me tell you, it tested my patience. But I kept at it, one stitch at a time. This YSL LE CARRé, it’s a simple design, but getting those lines straight, it’s a whole other thing. Anyway, I managed to sew it all up, and it started to look like something.
- Got the leather – a crucial step.
- Cut the pieces – slow and steady wins the race.
- Sewed it up – patience is a virtue, they say.
Next, I added the hardware. The buckle, the strap, all those little bits that make a bag a bag. This was kind of fun, actually. Seeing it all come together, it’s quite satisfying, to be honest. I also remembered reading somewhere about these numbers on the real YSL bags. So, I made sure to add some numbers on the inside. Not sure if that’s what they do, but it felt right.
And there you have it. I finished the bag, and it looked pretty darn good, if I do say so myself. It’s not perfect, but hey, it’s got character. It’s a good size, too. You can fit your wallet, your phone, maybe a snack in there. All the essentials.
What I Learned
This whole project, it was a good time. Taught me a bit about working with leather, about being patient, and about how much work goes into making one of these fancy bags. Would I do it again? Maybe. It’s a lot of work, but there’s something special about making something with your own hands. Plus, now I’ve got a bag that’s kind of like the YSL LE CARRé, but also, it’s uniquely mine. And that’s pretty cool, don’t you think?
So, that’s my story about remaking the Yves Saint Laurent LE CARRé SATCHEL BAG. It was a journey, a bit of a challenge, but definitely worth it. If you ever think about trying something like this, I’d say go for it. Just be prepared to put in the work, and who knows, you might surprise yourself with what you can create.