Okay, so, I’ve been wanting a Fendi White Zucca Mini Mon Tresor Bag for a while now. I finally decided to pull the trigger and try to make my own. I’m not a professional or anything, but I figured, why not give it a shot?
First, I started looking online for anything I could find about the bag. I saw that lots of places were selling them, and they were all pretty expensive. I found some information about the materials, like it’s made with embossed leather and has a detachable handle and strap. I also saw some used ones for sale online, which gave me a better idea of what it looked like up close.
I gathered some materials that I thought would work. I found some white leather that looked similar, and I found this material with a pattern that kind of looked like the “FF” logo. I know it is not perfect but I did not plan on spending more money for the material. I also got some metal hardware for the handle and strap attachments. I already had some basic sewing tools, so I didn’t need to buy those. I decided to use those basic tools to craft it. I was not sure if I could use those common tools to make a leather bag. I just thought it worth a try.
I started by cutting out the pieces of the bag. This was tricky because I didn’t have a pattern or anything. I just kind of eyeballed it based on the pictures I saw online. It didn’t have a perfect shape at first. I cut twice to adjust the shape. Then, I started sewing the pieces together. I used a strong thread, and I made sure to double-stitch everything so it would be sturdy. It was tough, and my fingers were sore by the end of it!
- Cut the leather: This took a few tries to get right.
- Sew the body: Hand-stitching is hard work!
- Attach the hardware: This was a bit fiddly.
- Add the handle and strap: I made these detachable, like the real one.
After I sewed the main part of the bag, I attached the hardware. This was also tricky because I had to make sure everything was lined up properly. Then, I made the handle and strap. I used the same white leather, and I made them detachable, just like the real Fendi bag. It really took me a whole day to finish all those steps!
Honestly, it’s not perfect. It doesn’t look exactly like the real thing, but I’m actually pretty happy with how it turned out. It’s definitely unique, and I learned a lot in the process. I used it to carry my phone, keys, and wallet. It is the perfect size for me. Plus, I can say I made it myself, which is pretty cool, right? Maybe next time I’ll try a different design, or maybe I’ll just stick to buying bags. We’ll see!
My takeaway?
Making a bag like this is way harder than it looks. But it’s a fun challenge if you’re into that sort of thing. And hey, even if it’s not perfect, it’s still a bag, and I can use it!
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