Okay, so I’ve been wanting to remake a Prada Galleria Saffiano leather bag for a while now, and I finally did it! Let me tell you, it was a journey. I’m talking about the Medium Prada Galleria Saffiano Leather Bag, the one you see in specialty stores.
First off, I gotta say, finding the right materials was a pain. I wanted to get as close to the original as possible, you know? So I spent days, maybe even weeks, just looking for that perfect Saffiano leather. I finally found some that felt right, that cross-grain texture is so unique. It’s pink, by the way, a really pretty shade, and it felt like a good match for the original bag’s vibe.
Then came the hardware. Oh boy, the hardware. I searched high and low for gold-toned pieces that looked like the real deal. The original has these polished brass links for the handles, and a matching clasp for the optional shoulder strap, so I needed to find something similar. I eventually stumbled upon some pieces that were pretty darn close, thank goodness. I also had to get a removable leather keyring and the side snap closures, so these were a must-find too.
- Finding that Saffiano leather was a big win.
- The hardware took some serious digging, but I got there.
- The enamel triangle logo was another challenge, but I managed to find a good replica.
Once I had all the materials, I started putting the bag together. I used the dimensions of the original medium Galleria as my guide. It’s got two rolled top handles and an adjustable handle wrap, which I recreated as accurately as I could. It also has a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap, which I added to my version. It was a lot of cutting, sewing, and assembling.
The hardest part? Probably getting the stitching right. I wanted it to look professional, like it was made in a factory, not in my living room. I practiced a lot on scrap pieces of leather before I dared to touch the actual bag pieces. Let’s just say my sewing machine got a real workout!
The Final Touches
The last thing I added was the enamel triangle logo. I found a pretty good replica online after some serious digging, and I think it really completes the look. It’s that little detail that just screams “Prada.”
All in all, I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. It’s not perfect, but it’s definitely a good remake. It feels great to carry around, and it’s a real conversation starter. People are always asking me where I got it. When I tell them I made it myself, they can’t believe it! This was a fun project, and I’m already thinking about my next one. Maybe a different color next time?
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