Meet Thread & Maple: Beautifully Crafted Tools for Makers
We’re thrilled to share something extra special with you. Thread & Maple is coming to The Knit Nook! Starting tomorrow, we’ll be opening a preorder for their gorgeous, handcrafted leather goods. These are the kind of pieces that make you fall in love with your tools all over again. They are thoughtful, timeless, and made to last a lifetime.
Who They Are
Thread & Maple is a small Canadian company run by two women who are knitters and makers themselves. Their mission? To create products that are as functional as they are beautiful — things that bring joy every time you reach for them.
Each piece is designed in Montréal and handcrafted in Ukraine by a team of skilled leather artisans. Every stitch, snap, and seam is done with care. The leather they use is a by-product of the food industry, chosen for its buttery softness and the way it develops a rich patina over time — aging beautifully alongside your making journey.
What started as a small workshop has grown into a thriving creative partnership connecting artisans from around the world: leatherworkers in Ukraine, basket makers in Turkey, cork artisans in Portugal, and woodworkers in Ontario. Thread & Maple has built something truly special — a network of makers who value craftsmanship, quality, and community.
What Makes Their Products So Special
Thread & Maple pieces are designed by makers, for makers — with every little frustration we’ve all had in mind. Tangled cords? Lost needles? Notions scattered in every project bag? They’ve thought of it all.
Their Needle Binder System is one of our absolute favourites. It’s a beautifully organized home for your entire needle collection, built around a sturdy leather binder shell with removable “pages” for fixed circulars, DPNs, and interchangeable tips. Each page can also be taken on the go, so you can travel light without losing track of your tools.
Then there’s the Notions Clutch — a foldable, travel-friendly pouch with just the right amount of space for stitch markers, tape measure, scissors, and more. It’s elegant, practical, and endlessly giftable.
And if you love something simple yet stunning, the Leather Pochette or Pop-Up Bag make perfect project companions. They’re soft, sturdy, and look even better with age — a little like your favourite handmade sweater.
Everything Thread & Maple makes blends form and function beautifully. You can feel the intention behind every design — these aren’t mass-produced accessories, they’re heirloom-quality tools that celebrate the art of making.
Why We’re So Excited to Bring Them to You
At The Knit Nook, we believe the things we use to create should be made with the same care and love we pour into our projects. That’s exactly what Thread & Maple stands for — craftsmanship, sustainability, and a deep respect for makers and materials.
Our Thread & Maple preorder will open soon, featuring a curated selection of their most-loved pieces — from needle pages and binder shells to travel-friendly organizers and on-the-go accessories. Quantities will be limited, and each piece is handmade, so we recommend ordering early if something’s caught your eye.
Stay tuned for launch details (and maybe a few sneak peeks) — we can’t wait for you to experience these beautiful tools for yourself.
Because sometimes, the right tools don’t just help you make — they make you feel inspired every time you sit down to knit.