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We thought it would be fun to go back and track the evolution of the Slabtown Backpack through some of its earlier iterations to help illustrate what it takes for...

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...

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 the...

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...

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 and...

Waxed canvas is a mid-weight cotton fabric that has been saturated with wax. When sewing, the teeth of the feed dogs scrape a little bit of wax off the fabric...

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...

A topstitch is a strong, decorative stitch that is visible on the outside of your bag and helps create a really professional finished product.

Adding names, monograms, poetry, song lyrics, or little love notes on your work is such a sweet way to personalize and make a one-of-a-kind gift. Plus, leather stamps are just...

A leather zipper pull is the perfect finishing touch to any bag project, and it takes exactly one rivet to set. Two ways to do it: double-cap, or tubular.

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...

Make your own leather tray lined with luxe Pendleton® wool with our all-in-one kit. It’s perfect for catching sewing supplies, loose change, jewelry, or any other little treasures that need...