Got a new project today – making a copy of a Fendi Oyster bag. Sounds fancy, right? Well, not really. It’s just another bag to me, but I know some of you get all excited about these designer things. So, I thought, why not document the whole process and share it with you guys?
First, I searched online to see what’s the deal with these Fendi bags. Found some stuff on a site called “Lyst” and the usual “eBay”. Apparently, the real ones have a hologram sticker or a chip inside. Okay, good to know. And they cost different amounts in different places. Tax and stuff, I guess.
Then, I started with the pattern. I got my hands on an authentic Fendi Oyster bag. Yes, an actual one. I carefully took it apart, piece by piece. It’s like reverse engineering, you know? I laid out each piece on a large paper and traced the outline. This is how I get my pattern. It’s not rocket science, just basic cutting and tracing.
Next up, the materials. I picked a leather that feels pretty much the same as the original. I mean, who’s going to tell the difference, right? I also found some hardware that looks just like the ones on the Fendi bag. Zippers, buckles, you name it. Again, nothing fancy, just stuff you can find in any decent supply store.
After that, it’s all about putting it together. I cut the leather according to the pattern I made. Then, I started sewing. This is the part where I really get into the zone. Just me, my sewing machine, and the leather. I sewed the pieces together, added the lining, and attached the hardware. It’s a slow process, but I like to take my time. No need to rush, especially when you’re dealing with leather.
Finally, after hours of work, the bag was done. I stepped back and took a good look at it. Not bad, if I may say so myself. It looks just like the Fendi Oyster bag, or at least very close. I even added a little hologram sticker inside, just for kicks.
Here are the main steps in short:
- Searched about Fendi bags online
- Got an authentic bag
- Took it apart to make a pattern
- Picked similar leather and hardware
- Cut the leather and sewed it all together
- Added a fake hologram sticker (just for fun)
So, there you have it. My journey of copying a Fendi Oyster bag. It’s not something I do every day, but it’s a fun little project. And who knows, maybe I’ll start a new trend. Copycat designer bags, anyone?