Tips for Sewing Waxed Canvas

Working with Waxed Canvas/Oilskin

We’re loving waxed canvas right now. If you read our previous blog, you’ll know we’ve been using it for our newest pattern, the Sedron backpack…
Our next sewing pattern is well under way. We asked our mailing list what type of bag they’d like to see us design next and…
Our new stock has arrived! It includes Vala Zips – 14 designs in 3 colours Brushed brass hardware – sliders, rectangle rings, strap ends, magnetic…
Have you seen our short video for tips on using a domestic sewing machine when making bags? It’s available to watch on our YouTube channel:…
Our latest bag tips video is now available. This one is all about zips –  in particular – how to sew straight zips the easy…
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I often get asked where I source my sewing supplies from. I try to list them in each video tutorial, but I’ve compiled a list…
Recently, I’ve introduced my first pattern with binding. Some people dislike the way it looks in the lining and they consider it to be “the…
Until recently, I personalised my bags using small wooden tags engraved with “Country Cow Designs”. However, a couple of friends said the tags came off…