Alright, so I’ve been messing around with this idea of remaking the YSL COLLEGE BAG, you know, the one they sell online. It all started when I saw one of those bags in a store. They call it “quilted,” but it honestly just looks like a regular bag with a bunch of lines sewn on it. Reminded me of the quilts my grandma used to make, no joke.
First, I got online and looked up a bunch of these bags. There are a ton of them out there, and they ain’t cheap! But I figured, why not try to make my own? I ain’t no fancy designer, but I’m pretty handy with a needle and thread.
Materials
- So, I gathered my materials. I found some sturdy fabric that looked similar to the original bag.
- I also needed some lining material, a zipper, and some metal hardware for the chain and the logo.
The first step was to cut out the fabric. I made a rough pattern based on the pictures I saw online. Then I carefully cut out the main pieces of the bag, the lining, and the pieces for the pockets. It took me a while, but I think I did a decent job.
Next, I started sewing. This was the fun part, but also the most time-consuming. I sewed the main pieces together, then added the lining and the pockets. I even managed to sew those “quilted” lines on the front flap, just like the real thing. I used a regular sewing machine, nothing fancy.
The Logo
- The YSL logo was a bit tricky. I couldn’t just sew that on.
- I ended up finding a similar-looking metal piece online and attached it to the front flap. It’s not exactly the same, but it gives the same vibe.
Finally, I added the chain strap. This was pretty easy, I just attached the hardware to the bag and threaded the chain through. And voila, my homemade YSL COLLEGE BAG was complete!
It’s not perfect, of course. There are a few imperfections here and there, but overall, I’m pretty proud of it. It’s a decent-looking bag, and it didn’t cost me an arm and a leg. Plus, it was a fun project to work on. Maybe I’ll try making other designer bags in the future. Who knows?
I know some folks search for these YSL bags online, and they even look for used ones to save some money. I read somewhere that the real ones have these date codes inside, near the zipper. Mine doesn’t have that, obviously. But hey, it’s a good-looking bag nonetheless!
So, that’s my little adventure in remaking a designer bag. It was a fun experiment, and I learned a lot along the way. Maybe I should start selling these, haha! Just kidding… unless?
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