How to Make a Knife Roll


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A knife roll is a great way to store and transport your knives. Plus, it’s a stylish way to show off your collection!

A high-quality knife roll should have enough space to accommodate your knives and other kitchen tools. It should also be made of a durable material that can take a lot of punishment.

Fabric

A knife roll is a convenient way to transport your knives and keep them protected. Whether you’re a professional chef or a knife collector, a quality knife roll is essential for reducing accidents and extending the life of your blades.

A knife roll should be made of fabric that’s strong enough to withstand the sharp edges of your knives. It should also be easy to clean and resistant to the type of dirt and grime you will encounter in the kitchen.

Choose a high-quality, heavy-duty fabric like canvas or leather. These types of materials can handle repeated use and abuse. They’ll last longer and be more durable than cheaper options.

Pattern

A knife roll is a handy way to transport your knives and other kitchen essentials. It also protects your knives from damage and keeps them sharper for longer.

A good quality knife roll will come with multiple pockets and zippers to accommodate different length and shape knives. It should also have space for other tools you may want to carry with you, like scissors and meat thermometers.

The size and capacity of a knife roll matter a lot, especially when it comes to protecting your knives and keeping them sharp. A bigger roll means more space for all your knives, which helps you reduce the risk of them knocking against each other and getting damaged while traveling.

Another consideration is the material used to make the knife roll. A leather knife roll is typically the best choice because it is durable and long-lasting. However, other materials can also be suitable for storing knives, such as canvas or ballistic nylon.

Sewing

To make sure that the final roll fits your knives, you will need to test-sew each pocket and flap. To do this, arrange your knives and tools on a piece of butcher paper. Use your ruler to push down the fabric between each knife. Once you have a nice spacing, draw the line using pencil or tailor’s chalk. Stitch along the lines, leaving a half inch from the bottom of the blade flap.

To finish the edges of your knife roll, you will need to stitch a grommet halfway along each edge and insert a leather boot lace or strong ribbon into the grommet. These pieces will be used to tie your roll shut. You will also need to sew a strip of suede, about 24-30″ long, to the end of your knife roll to keep the knives inside from falling out. You can use scrap leather or any other type of fabric, as long as it is relatively durable and preferably washable.

Finishing

A knife roll is a practical and cost-effective tool to store your kitchen knives. These are usually made of leather and feature a series of pouches that hold all your knives. They are also hygienic and easy to clean.

To make a knife roll, start by creating a paper copy of the irregularly shaped piece of leather you want to use. You can do this by tracing your knives and honing rod onto a sheet of butcher paper or several pieces of taped paper.

Then, carefully fold and stitch all of the flaps in order to form the pouch you want to store your knives. Finally, sew the handle end fold and the blade flap, 1/8 inch from the edge, in order to create a strong roll that will be easy to carry. These are the finishing touches to your new knife roll that will keep your knives protected and sanitary for years to come!

Ken Onion

Ken Onion is an innovative knifemaker whose work has revolutionized the industry. Born in 1963, he hails from Kaneohe, Hawaii, and invented the SpeedSafe assisted opening mechanism for Kershaw Knives - earning him a position as Premier Knife Designer with them.

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