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CROSSBODY

The Alberta

BEGINNER

A beginner-friendly project you can wear three ways and it's just the right size for everyday use!

BAG MAKER KITS

All of the ingredients you need to make this bag. (Includes PDF pattern + paper template.)

Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House

Bag Maker Kits

Customize your kit by choosing colors, or opt for seasonal colorways or a limited edition kit.
Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - ALB - FT - TAN - BRA - FT - Maker Kit - Klum House
Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit

All of the materials you need to make this bag.

$124.00

$124.00

Alberta - Custom Bag Maker Kit - ALB - BLA - TAN - BRA - BLA - Maker Kit - Klum House
Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Custom Bag Maker Kit

All of the materials you need to make this bag.

$124.00

$124.00

Alberta - Field Tan Custom Bag Maker Kit - ALB - FT - TAN - BRA - FT - Maker Kit - Klum House
Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Field Tan Custom Bag Maker Kit

All of the materials you need to make this bag.

$124.00

$124.00

Alberta - Plum Custom Bag Maker Kit - ALB - PLU - TAN - BRA - PLU - Maker Kit - Klum House
Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Plum Custom Bag Maker Kit

All of the materials you need to make this bag.

$124.00

$124.00

LEATHER + HARDWARE KITS

Everything but the fabric. (Pattern sold separately.)

Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House
Pre-cut leather + strong hardware that adds a touch of ✨— complete the kit with your fabric & a pattern.
Zipper Pouch - Chestnut Leather + Hardware Kit - ZIPPO - LH - CHEST - BRA - COB - Leather + Hardware Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Chestnut Leather + Hardware Kit

All the leather + hardware, minus the fabric!

$49.00

$49.00

Zipper Pouch - Black Leather + Hardware Kit - ZIPPO - LH - BLA - AB - SPRING - Leather + Hardware Kit - Klum House
Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - ALB - SPRING - BLA - BRA - SPRING - Maker Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Black Leather + Hardware Kit

All the leather + hardware, minus the fabric!

$49.00

$49.00

Zipper Pouch - Tan Leather + Hardware Kit - ZIPPO - PAT - 1 - Leather + Hardware Kit - Klum House
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Alberta - Tan Leather + Hardware Kit

All the leather + hardware, minus the fabric!

$49.00

$49.00

INSTRUCTION

Choose how you'd like to learn! (Full maker kit + online class include PDF pattern.)

Alberta - Seasonal Bag Maker Kit - Maker Kit - Klum House

Patterns + Classes

Illustrated, crystal-clear teaching patterns + on-demand video classes with Ellie as your guide.
Alberta - Online Class - CLASS - ALB - 50 - Online Class - Klum House
Alberta | Waxed Canvas + Leather Crossbody Tote - Online Class - Online Class - Klum House
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Alberta - Online Class

On-demand videos with Ellie's pro tips.

$39.00

$39.00

Alberta Crossbody Tote - Pattern - PAPER - ALB - PAT - Pattern - Klum House
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Alberta Crossbody Tote - Pattern

Crystal-clear pattern in paper or PDF.

from $19.00

from $19.00

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TOOLS + SUPPLIES

Not sure what you'll need? Download the tools + supplies list below.

Tools + Supplies

Hand-selected specialty + essential tools curated for every bag maker’s toolbox.
Denim Needles - NEEDLE - DENIM - Sewing - Klum House

Denim Needles

Professional-grade needles for sewing thick fabrics on home machines.

$6.25

$6.25

Drive Punch Toolkit - DP - TOOLKIT - 3 - 32 - BOARD - MALLET - Tools - Klum House
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Drive Punch Toolkit

Mallet + Punching Board, Drive Punch

$60.00 from $54.00 10% off

$60.00 from $54.00 10% off

Tapered Tailor's Awl - AWL - Tools + Supplies - Klum House

Tapered Awl

To make holes in fabric as an alternative to a ³⁄₃₂" drive punch.

$11.00

$11.00

5" x 5" Non - Slip Quilting Ruler - RULE - 5X5 - Sewing - Klum House
5" x 5" Non - Slip Quilting Ruler - RULE - 5X5 - Sewing - Klum House

5" x 5" Non-Slip Quilting Ruler

Precise, non-slip & easy-to-read ruler for accurate cutting + marking.

$16.00

$16.00

Craft Clips - CRAFTCLIP - Sewing - Klum House
Craft Clips - CRAFTCLIP - Sewing - Klum House

Craft Clips

Hold multiple layers of thick fabric when straight pins won't cut it.

$8.00

$8.00

Bakelite Mallet - BAKE - MAL - Tools - Klum House
Bakelite Mallet - BAKE - MAL - Tools - Klum House
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Bakelite Mallet

Non-rubber mallet for setting + punching. Save when bundled!

$39.00

$39.00

Fabric Pencils - FABPENCILS - Sewing - Klum House

Fabric Pencils

Great for making precise, impermanent marks on fabric.

$9.00

$9.00

3/32" Drive Punch - DPUNCH - 1 - Tools + Supplies - Klum House
3/32" Drive Punch - DPUNCH - 3 - 32 - YES - BOARD - Tools + Supplies - Klum House

3/32" Drive Punch

For punching holes in fabric. Save when bundled!

from $11.00

from $11.00

Granite Slab - GSLAB - Tools - Klum House
Granite Slab - GSLAB - Tools - Klum House

Granite Slab

Hard surface for setting hardware.

$25.00

$25.00

Bag Sewing Toolkit - BAG - SEW - TOOLKIT - RULERS - PINS - DENIM - CLIP - JIG - RIP - AWL - PENCIL - Sewing - Klum House
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Bag Sewing Toolkit

All the essential sewing tools for bag making.

$112.00 $100.00 11% off

$112.00 $100.00 11% off

Steel Fabric Roller - STEELROLLER - Tools - Klum House
Steel Fabric Roller - STEELROLLER - Tools - Klum House
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Steel Fabric Roller

Press crips, even folds in fabric without heat.

$38.00

$38.00

Download the Tools + Supplies List

THE ALBERTA CROSSBODY TOTE

Online Class

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Learn to make your Alberta with Ellie, the designer, from the comfort of your home sewing machine. The step-by-step on-demand videos are great for visual learners and those who could use a confidence boost.

😍 Maker Stories

Watch me make the Alberta!

@notaprimarycolor

"The Alberta bag is my new go to and a unique addition to my wardrobe. This would be a great option for a beginner and fun for anyone with more experience. Klum House instructions are approachable for all skill levels. I'll be making more in so many different colors, patterns, and fabric."

@katewanamaker

"I can't believe I made this cute bag in one afternoon! What a great kit 🧡"

@liz_makes

"A quick, easy sew with a refined final product. Alberta can be dressed up or down and is the perfect size - it holds everything I need without being overwhelming on my petite frame."

@sew.bake.create

"I love my new Alberta bag! It's the perfect size to carry every day, but it's also small enough to carry on a night out. It looks small, but is actually big enough to hide my sketchbook and a small knitting project along with the essentials."

@katrinkles_knitting_jewelry

"I absolutely loved making it! The design is simple yet stylish, with a very clean finish. The instructions are clear and easy to follow. I really enjoyed sewing it, and I´m already planning to make another one. Alberta is definitely going to be one of my go-to everyday bag!"

@sewbonico

"I had so much fun making this bag—it only took a couple of hours, and I loved every step, especially adding the hardware! It turned out beautiful, and I’m already excited to make another one."

@kreativekymona

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Clear Instructions


Crystal-clear illustrated teaching patterns designed to upskill your bag making.

Premium Materials


Durable, premium materials sourced with the highest quality in mind.

Handcrafted


Made with care in small batches, by a woman-powered team in Portland.