Okay, so, I decided to remake a YSL Envelope bag. You know, the ones that look like, well, an envelope? I kept hearing people call them “Saint Laurent” too, which I think is the same thing. Anyway, these bags are pretty cool, and I wanted to see if I could make one myself.
First, I needed to figure out what I was dealing with. I did a bit of searching online and saw that these bags are known for their classic design. They’re apparently a “good investment” too, because they hold their value. Fancy stuff, huh? But mostly, I just liked how they looked.
I started by sketching out the basic shape. It’s pretty straightforward, just a rectangle with a pointed flap. Then I had to choose my material. I went with some leather I had lying around. Real leather, mind you, not that fake stuff.
- Cutting the leather was the next step. I carefully measured and cut out the pieces based on my sketch. I made sure to double-check everything because you don’t want to mess up with leather. It’s not exactly cheap.
- Then came the sewing. Now, I’m not a professional or anything, but I’m pretty handy with a needle and thread. I started with the main body of the bag, stitching the sides together. It was a bit tricky, but I took my time and made sure the seams were nice and straight.
- After that, I attached the flap. This was probably the most challenging part, getting that pointed shape just right. But I managed it, and it looked pretty good if I do say so myself.
Oh, and I found out that these bags have some kind of “date code” inside, like a secret serial number. I didn’t bother with that, but I did add a little tag with my initials. Just to make it extra special, you know?
The final touch was adding a strap. I used some more leather and attached it to the sides of the bag. And that was it! My very own, handmade YSL-style Envelope bag.
A Little Summary
It wasn’t perfect, of course. There were a few wonky stitches here and there, and the leather was a bit stiffer than I would have liked. But overall, I was pretty happy with how it turned out. It definitely had that classic Envelope look, and it felt good to have made something with my own two hands.
Would I sell it? Probably not. It’s more of a personal project, something I did for the fun of it. But who knows, maybe I’ll make another one someday. It was a fun experience, and I learned a lot about working with leather and making bags. Plus, now I have a cool, unique bag that no one else has.
So there you have it. That’s the story of how I remade a YSL Envelope bag. It was a bit of a challenge, but totally worth it in the end. If you’re thinking about trying something like this, I say go for it. Just be prepared to put in some time and effort, and don’t be afraid to make mistakes. That’s how you learn, right?
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