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Hi Everyone, I hope you had a wonderful holiday and are enjoying the lull between Christmas and New Years!

Can my sewing machine handle heavy duty fabrics? To help you answer this question, we've broken down the four things to consider when shopping for a heavy duty machine. 

Let's talk leather - the backbone of durable, professional-looking bags. It's not just about aesthetics (though a well-chosen leather strap does look amazing). The right leather can turn a good...

Let's talk rivets - those little metal fasteners that pack a serious punch in bag making. Rivets are what turn a regular bag into a tough-as-nails carryall that'll last for...

Hey Makers! I recently sat down with Abby from the Craft Industry Alliance podcast to talk about my journey, the story behind Klum House, and what empowerment means to me. We also dug into my...

In this workshop replay, Ellie teaches all about making high-quality bags at home with waxed canvas, the best leather for straps, and two types of rivets (double-cap & tubular), as well as setting tools, best...

In this workshop replay, Klum House founder Ellie Lum talks all about getting started in bag making! One of the most common questions we get here at Klum House is: What sewing...

Bags, like garments, are not one-size-fits-all. No one should have to wear a bag with uncomfortable straps, or forego a fun project because the finished product isn’t functional on their...

Tips + Techniques for making the Fremont Tote               

WHILE YOU’RE IN TOWN… We’re always so honored when students choose to travel to Portland from all over the country (sometimes even beyond!) to take a bag making workshop with us....

In this workshop replay, Klum House founder Ellie Lum talks all about home sewing machines for bag making! One of the most common questions we get here at Klum House is:...

We know holiday shopping can sometimes cut it close, and with carriers busier than ever this time of year, packages might take a little longer to arrive. To help ease a...