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12 oz Black Waxed Canvas

48 reviews

Durable and water-resistant, waxed canvas is our favorite fabric for bag making. This particular waxed canvas has a dry waxed finish with a firm handle and develops a distressed, worn-in appearance. 

Our fabric is sold by the ½ yard. (1 Quantity = ½ yard)

NOTE:Orders of one yard or more will be folded, resulting in creases, unless the $15 surcharge for rolled fabric is added below.

PRODUCT DETAILS

BASE FABRIC: 100% Better Cotton Initiative certified cotton canvas


WAX: A blend of petroleum jelly, mineral oil, and paraffin. No animal by-products. Contains post-consumer waste products. Biodegradable.


BOLT WIDTH: 59” / 150 cm


WEIGHT: 12 oz, 400g/m² (post-wax weight)


OPACITY: Opaque


CHARACTERISTICS: This fabric has a dry waxed finish with a firm handle, resulting in a distressed appearance when handled.


RECOMMENDED USES: Great for all of Klum House's bag-making projects, as well as upholstery, aprons, and work wear.


NOTE ON COLOR: We do our best to photograph colors accurately, but there may be slight variation depending on your screen and the dye lot. If you’d like to see a color in person before you buy, order a swatch!


To learn more about waxed canvas—it’s history, how it’s made, and how best to care for it—check out our Essential Guide to Waxed Canvas.


BAG REQUIREMENTS

Making a Klum House bag? Here’s how much you’ll need:


Portsmith Tote: ¾ yard (main body), ⅝ yard (base) 


Woodland Dopp Kit: ½ yard (exterior)


Oberlin Tote: 1 yard (main body, base, interior pocket), ⅓ yard (exterior pockets) 


Belmont Pack + Pouch: 1/2 yard (main body), 1/2 yard (accent) 


Fremont Tote: ½ yard (main body), ⅓ yard (exterior + interior pockets)


Naito Bucket Bag: ½ yard (main body), ½ yard (exterior pockets)


Maywood Totepack: ⅝ yard (main body), ½ yard (exterior + interior pockets)


Slabtown Backpack: ¾ yard (main body), ½ yard (accent)


FOLDED OR ROLLED?

FOLDED: Waxed canvas will be cut in one continuous piece whenever possible. As a default, the fabric will be folded, resulting in creases that will blend into the fabric with use and can be lessened with a hair dryer. Click here to learn more about waxed canvas care.  


ROLLED: If you’re purchasing at least one continuous yard of waxed canvas and would like to guarantee your fabric is rolled, add a $15 shipping surcharge to your order by clicking the checkbox below. This covers carrier fees for packages longer than 22". If ordering multiple colors of waxed canvas, this charge only needs to be added once.


ADD $15 Surcharge for Rolled Fabric

Waxed canvas is a densely-woven cotton fabric that has been saturated with wax, giving it an extra layer of protection against the elements. This heritage material has been long-loved for its durability, natural water-resistance, and rugged character. Waxed canvas shows marks and creases that blend into a lovely weathered patina over time, similar to leather. Klum House hand-selects the very best waxed canvas from mills in Scotland and the United States. 


FABRIC QUALITY

Waxed canvas is a densely-woven cotton fabric that has been saturated with wax, giving it an extra layer of protection against the elements. This heritage material has been long-loved for its durability, natural water-resistance, and rugged character. Waxed canvas shows marks and creases that blend into a lovely weathered patina over time, similar to leather. Klum House hand-selects the very best waxed canvas from mills in Scotland and the United States. 


Customer Reviews
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    11/21/2022
    DH
    Debbie H.
    United States
    I recommend this product

    Love Waxed Canvas for Bags!

    I started out sewing totebags and handbags from quilting cotton. I liked the patterns and colors available but I got really tired of standing over the hot iron attaching fusible interfacing. Then I discovered waxed canvas - no more ironing board at all, it presses well with just my fingers, holds its shape, and makes the bags feel high quality. No more quilting cotton for me!

    10/20/2022
    CW
    Christiane W.
    United States United States

    Sophisticated looking bag making material

    Great looking sturdy canvas. It was fun to work with and the bag looks sophisticated in this material. The bag exterior doesn’t require interfacing, and no ironing either; the seams were simply finger pressed. For my bag making, I get all of my waxed canvas material from Klumhouse.

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    09/21/2022
    JJ
    Jenny J.
    United States United States

    Waxed canvas field belt

    Perfect waxed canvas for my modified Merchant and Mills Field Belt. Very sturdy and good looking. Also used medium double capped rivets from Klimt House.

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    05/24/2022
    RB
    Roberta B.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Review-Waxed Canvas

    Receiving my package from Klum never disappoints. The exceptional care provided to ensure my fabric was not marred or creased was par for the course. The quality of the product exceeded expectations. Shipping was speedy, a luxury these days!

    03/25/2022
    JL
    Janet L.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Quality waxed canvas

    Very satisfied with the quality of this canvas. Shipped very well packed.

    03/25/2022
    KG
    Kris G.
    United States United States

    Nice colors

    Very good quality

    03/18/2022
    DZ
    Dawn Z.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    A dream to sew

    I write this as an unashamed waxed canvas addict. I cannot stop making bags and now every one of my female family members will be receiving a tote made from this beautiful waxed canvas for Christmas. The guys are getting Dopp kits. I ordered crimson, burgundy, navy and dark brown and I am over the moon for the crimson. This fabric is lighter weight than some I have bought off Etsy, but I like the tight weave and smooth look of this fabric. It arrived nicely rolled and in decent time via UPS. I want to try all the colors now!

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    02/27/2022
    BS
    beverly S.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Waxed canvas

    Love the waxed canvas! I am making lined waxed canvas wine totes and they are awesome!

    02/22/2022
    ST
    Suzanne T.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Beautiful

    Beautiful colors that I can’t wait to work with. Every female in the family is getting a Portland bag for Christmas.

    02/21/2022
    KG
    Kris G.
    United States United States

    Love it!!

    Great quality wax canvas which is not only easy to sew with but makes for a high quality bag!

    02/04/2022
    AV
    Ann V.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Wonderful Waxed Canvas!

    Really high quality waxed canvas, smooth edges with no folds or crinkling. It was shipped rolled with care and the color is well matched to the image which is helpful! Can't wait to sew with it!

    02/07/2022

    Klum House

    Yay glad to hear it! Thanks, Ann!

    01/29/2022
    KV
    Karen V.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Fabric

    Have enjoyed working with this material!

    02/07/2022

    Klum House

    Awesome. Glad to hear it, Karen!

    12/26/2021
    BO
    Brenda O.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Black waxed canvas

    Arrived rolled in beautiful condition

    12/25/2021
    RA
    Renate A.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Love Klum House Waxed Canvas

    I love the hand of your waxed canvas. It’s not as thick and board stiff as others I’ve used. Surprisingly, the finished project had great structure…more than I expected from the light feel of it! Definitely will be ordering more.

    Klum House 12 oz Black Waxed Canvas Review
    12/23/2021
    ED
    ERIN D.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Awesome Quality and FAST shipping!

    The canvas’s weight is a little lighter than what I usually work with - which makes the lighter colors more sheer, but I love them all! Ordered four colors that look even better in person than the site. Very satisfied and will buy more!

    12/20/2021
    MP
    Mary P.
    United States United States

    Beautiful Vibrant Fabric for Bag Making!!

    I’d never sewn with waxed canvas before, but was super excited to try it for a tote! I combined a few patterns to come up with my own design, and I love the result!! Easy to sew on my domestic Brother machine, just had to clean it up afterward. Definitely recommend this fabric to anyone wanting to experiment with waxed canvas!! Thank you!

    Klum House 12 oz Black Waxed Canvas Review

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