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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...

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...

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....

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...

We have some very exciting news to share. After nearly four years in our beloved North Williams Street workshop, Klum House is moving! WHERE ARE WE MOVING?  We aren’t going far—just...

  Printmaker, textile designer, and author Jen Hewett is one of our very favorite makers. From her gorgeous printed textiles to her enamel pins, fine art prints, and wearable-art scarves, all of us...

Above: Leila (@leila_sews) wearing a Persimmon Naito Bucket Bag with extended crossbody strap A NUDGE IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Today we’d like to share a story about maker + pattern designer...

  This year we're celebrating ME-MADE-MAY Klum House-style, with a month-long bag making challenge! Whatever project has been sitting on the back burner for ages, whatever half-finished thing you started last summer, whatever kit...

We came across textile and embroidery artist Christi Johnson (@christijay) on Instagram a few months back and were immediately enamored with her work—which, as described on Christi's website, "combines cosmic visions and...

This position has now been filled. Thanks so much to all those who applied! THE POSITION We’re looking to add a Production + Shipping Assistant  (AKA Shop Superhero) to our small...

UPDATED FRIDAY, 3/27: We are so excited to see many of your faces at our virtual mask making party this afternoon. Just a reminder that the gathering begins at 4:30pm PST and...

Hi friends, As you've probably heard, the CDC is now recommending that all Americans wear cloth face coverings while out in public, "especially in areas of significant community-based transmission." The virus can be transmitted by...