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Introducing Cobalt
Today we're introducing a new color of waxed canvas to our collection: COBALT! But the cobalt fun doesn't stop there. We've also added cobalt waxed canvas as an option on ALL...
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Free Project! Waxed Canvas Lunch Sack
Gather up all the scraps from your waxed canvas yardage—we've got a project to put them to use! This handy lunch sack is just a tad bit bigger than...
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How to Support Mask-Making Efforts
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...
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Essential Tools for Heavy-Duty Sewing
At Klum House, we’re strong believers that you don't need a fancy sewing machine or industrial equipment to make amazing, professional-quality bags, but you will need some essential tools...
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How to Clean Wax From Your Machine
Waxed canvas is a mid-weight cotton fabric that has been saturated with wax, giving it an extra layer of protection against the elements. When sewing, the teeth of the feed...
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How to Remove a Line 24 Snap
A Line 24 Snap is a metal closure that consists of four pieces: the cap and socket, which are set together on one side, and the eyelet and stud. which...
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Ellie's Mask Making Video Tutorial
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...
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Two Ways to Topstitch On a Home Machine
A topstitch is a strong, decorative stitch that is visible on the outside of your bag and helps create a really professional finished product. Our newest pattern, the Slabtown Rolltop...
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How to Personalize Your Bag with Leather Stamps
Stamping words and phrases into your leather straps is an awesome way to personalize your bag and make a handmade gift extra special. It’s also really fun an easy to...
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How to add a leather zipper pull
Adding a leather pull to your zipper slider is a quick, easy way to add an extra level of professional finish to your bag. Our brass YKK zippers have a...
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How to use a walking foot
A walking foot, also called a “quilting foot,” is a sewing machine accessory with built-in feed does to help guide multiple layers of heavy-duty fabric through the machine. We find...
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How to Install a Buckle
Whether it’s a backpack strap, a crossbody strap, or even a belt, learning how to add a buckle to a leather strap gives you more options for adjustability and custom...