$195.00
6INTERMEDIATE 
MAKE TIME: 6–8 hours
Beginner projects will introduce you to the basics of bag making. You'll learn to sew heavy-duty fabric, punch holes in fabric and leather, set metal rivets, and sew your first zipper!
Confident Beginner projects involve managing more pieces of fabric and leather. They'll teach you to add interior and exterior pockets and install new types of hardware, like snaps.
Intermediate projects involve a more in-depth making process. They'll teach you to work with a wider variety of tools and hardware techniques, like setting extra-strength tubular rivets.
Advanced projects are for experienced stitchers ready to invest a significant amount of time and energy into becoming a bag maker. Complex construction and seriously professionals results.
The Maywood converts from backpack to tote with the pull of a strap.
Add the online online class to your kit for step-by-step video instructions! (Regularly $49, 50% off with kit!)
Learn to make your Maywood with Ellie, the pattern's designer, from the comfort of your home sewing machine. The online class is great for visual learners and those who could use an extra boost of confidence.
This kit includes all of the materials you need to make the Maywood Totepack.
Not sure what tools + supplies you'll need?
Download the TOOLS + SUPPLIES LIST!
The Maywood converts from backpack to tote with the pull of a strap.
Add the online online class to your kit for step-by-step video instructions! (Regularly $49, 50% off with kit!)
Learn to make your Maywood with Ellie, the pattern's designer, from the comfort of your home sewing machine. The online class is great for visual learners and those who could use an extra boost of confidence.
This kit includes all of the materials you need to make the Maywood Totepack.
Not sure what tools + supplies you'll need?
Download the TOOLS + SUPPLIES LIST!
“This may be my most satisfying make to date.”
“Basically my ideal travel bag.”
“It’s a tote bag AND a backpack (magic).”
OUR PROMISE
Making things takes courage! For every little victory and moment of triumph, there are frustrating seam rips and cooked rivets, but there is magic to be found in showing up and trusting the process. Sometimes you have to take the leap to discover how much you're truly capable of!
From sourcing the very best tools and materials to crafting crystal-clear instructions, we're committed to setting you up for success (and enjoyment!) at every step of your bag making journey. No matter your skill level, we'll meet you where you are and help you reach your bag making goals.
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Waxed canvas is the original water-resistant fabric. It's a densely-woven cotton fabric that
has been saturated with wax, giving it an extra layer of protection. Waxed canvas shows scuffs, marks
and creases that blend into a weathered patina with age.
Our leather is sourced locally at Oregon Leather, as well as from a tannery in
Pennsylvania, and hand-selected for its quality. Our hides are cut into straps with a
hydraulic press to ensure precision and consistency. NOTE: Our tan leather might feel stiff at
first, but it will soften and darken to a lovely caramel brown with use.
Hardware can take a bag from looking homemade to truly professional—and it's not hard to
do! With a few basic tools, you'll be able to set rivets, snaps, magnetic closures and more. All of
our hardware is real metal and strong enough to hold up to years of wear and tear.
United StatesI bought the Maywood Tote Pack a few years ago as a gift for myself and was too intimated to give it a try. I then forgot that I had it. A year passes.... Then I remembered and took it out and this time opened all the packaging. Overwhelmed and intimidated, I placed everything away. Forgot about it again. More time goes by... maybe a couple years. A few days ago, while admiring someone else's backpack while standing in line at the airport, I remembered my Maywood kit... again. Got home, took out the kit, read the instructions and decided to do it. Not intimidated at all. But ready to make mistakes and learn. It was much easier than I thought due to the explicit instructions and graphics. AND I used tools I've never heard of nor used before. It was such an amazing learning experience. I have a new favorite bag.
United StatesI just finished making the Maywood using the full maker kit and I have to say I even impressed myself. I was a little hesitant since it involved some new skills, but with the top quality, pre-cut materials, easy to follow pattern and excellent video instruction, it came together beautifully. I love it!
YESS! So glad to hear that you are loving your Maywood and enjoyed the making process. Thanks for the kind words, Mary!
United StatesI have done different sewing projects over the past few years, but I still consider myself a novice. I also purchased the video class along with the maker kit, which made everything come together so easily. This was my first zipper that I sewed, and the video walked me through it with no difficulties. Superior quality materials, video, and company! Thank you.
United StatesVery easy to follow pattern, all the materials are top quality and having everything cut and all the holes punched makes this a quick make. Love the bag and enjoyed the process!
United StatesYAY Maywood ! Great sew. I made it for my daughter ~ it’s a perfect commuter backpack!
Turned out great! �
USKlum House is a great business—they have been helpful when I emailed them about a couple of questions with my order. The kits I ordered are great, the video tutorial was outstanding and the quality of the materials was superior. I will be shopping with them often.
