Korbond was established in 1956, over 9,000 miles away in Austr alia, by an engineer called Henr y Kor ski In the ear ly days, Henr y and his wife , a chemist, developed and manufactured products for
the gar ment and shoe tr ade Henr y established the business with strong core values at its heart. and a str ategy focussed on deliver ing retailer s high quality products supported by excellent service.
Today, over 65 year s on, we are the UK’s leading industr y exper t in sourcing
w it h h ab er da she r y, clot h e s ca r e , c r a f ti n g tool s a n d accessories, and storage solutions We have long established trading relationships across a wide range of retail channels and offer ever y customer an end to end categor y management solution.
U tilisi n g o ur decades o f e xpe r ie n ce i n c r eati n
n g haberdasher y, cr aft and clothes care , we have expanded into supplementar y categor ies including homeware , gift, promotion and tr avel accessor ies.
We are a family owned business , built on strong family values and our unique her itage still shapes the way we do business today
Our Offering
Our portfolio of brands are designed to provide families and households with fit for purpose, affordable products that essentially make their lives easier and more enjoyable
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Within our categor ies we offer tr usted br ands, and where required we can also provide a bespoke product to cater for different retailer needs.
Our sig n at ure b r a n d , Ko r bo n d , i s t he U K ’ s N o 1 h abe r da she r y b r a n d ; encom p as s i n g a comprehensive r ange of sewing, mending, clothes care , yar n, knitting and cr afting tools & accessor ies.
Our por tfolio also features a wide r ange of premium design-led sewing and cr afting stor age for cr after s, households and gifting.
Our Promise
Our commitment is to provide a first-class personalised service, driving strong returns for retailers and great value to consumer s
the most appropriate solution and deliver maximum retur n on investment Whilst products deliver consistent high quality and are renowned for their value for money
We pride our selves in our stock availability and with our proven, audited ability to dispatch all order s with a pick accuracy of 99.99% you can be confident that your order will be there on time every time
We offer per sonalised solutions , tailor ing our sourcing, ranging & ser vice models to suit our customer s requirements We help retailer s better ser vice their consumer s through smar t sourcing, smar t processes and excellent customer ser vice
Core Threads
For an excellent value thread, with no shrinkage and excellent colour fastness, the Korbond range of polyester threads, available in a popular range of colours, cannot be beaten for everyday sewing and mending tasks.
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Professional Threads
The Korbond Professional Threads are specially wound onto a spindle in the production process to reduce needle friction and deterioration when sewing. Including polyester, cotton, top stitch, shirring elastic and transparent options for all project types
Thread Packs
Bestselling multi-packs of threads provide a convenient and cost-effective solution for projects that do not require a large amount of stitching. The Korbond thread variety packs are also a perfect introductory to craft or sewing.
Needles
The Korbond needle range is manufactured from high quality hardened carbon steel to ensure the needles have appropriate strength and flex for fulfilling a multitude of sewing applications. The construction of each needle is carefully inspected to consistently deliver a precise shaped eye and clean point to eliminate fabric snagging. 1
Pins
The Korbond range of pins are manufactured to exacting standards using polished high tensile steel wire, which is then nickel plated for a smooth non-tarnish finish. Pins are key to the preparation of many projects, so a precise and consistent construction is essential to prevent snagging of materials.
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Dressmaking Tools
Buttons, Fastenings & Laundry
Hemming, Repair & Labelling
For quick and easy solutions, which are entirely ‘Sew Free’. The Korbond range of labelling, hemming, repairing and alterations are the first choice for any busy individual.
Repair & Hemming
For quick and easy solutions the Korbond range of labelling, hemming, repairing and alterations are the first choice for any busy individual.
Scissors
The Korbond scissor collection features a range of ambidextrous sizes and designs for varying tasks. Manufactured with precision ground and polished stainless-steel blades to ensure a clean, resistance free cutting performance & guaranteed to cut right to the tip. Every pair of scissors is individually hand checked to maintain consistent optimum quality before being placed in their lockable storage pocket.
1 PRECISION DRESSMAKING SCISSORS 9” 110357
RRP £7.50 inc VAT
5 CRAFT SCISSORS 7” 110355
£5.00 inc VAT
2 DRESSMAKING SCISSORS 9” 110353
RRP £7.00 inc VAT
6 MULTI PURPOSE SCISSORS 6” 110356
£4.50 inc VAT
3 HOUSEHOLD SCISSORS 8” 110354
RRP £6.00 inc VAT
4 CRAFT SCISSORS 7” 110358
RRP £5.00 inc VAT
7 GENERAL PURPOSE SCISSORS 5” 112002 RRP £3.50 inc VAT
8 NEEDLEWORK SCISSORS 4” 110359 RRP £3.50 inc VAT
9 EMBROIDERY SCISSORS 4” 110368 RRP £4.50 inc VAT
Sewing Kits
A range of sewing and starter kits for a multitude of uses. Including small and convienient sets for those on the move emergency repairs.
Embroidery
A collection of embroidery floss and fabric ideal for cross stitch, embroidery and craft projects.
Lint Rollers
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without damaging or affecting their
The Korbond range of zips in popular sizes and colours, available in both nylon and metal, are ideal for repairing various garments. An essential haberdashery accessory for dressmakers, with most garment patterns requiring a zip for fastening or decoration.
NYLON ZIPS
METAL ZIPS
Shoe Laces
Korbond laces are designed with comfort, style and quality in mind. They are colour fast, easy to thread. The interchangeable range, available in a variety of colours and sizes, fits many popular shoe brands and styles, to renew and refresh footwear.
Knitting Needles
Korbond knitting needles are available in a range of popular sizes and made from either smooth coated aluminium or plastic. This range caters for the most popular DK patterns, whilst also supports those that wish to use either finer or chunkier yarns for their creations.
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Knitting & Crochet Tools
The Korbond assortment of practical tools and accessories are ideal for hand knitting or crochet. These carefully selected essential tools are dependable and support the knitter throughout each project.
DK Yarn
Korbond 100% acrylic DK yarns are manufactured using the same process as wool, a single filament wound together. By mimicking the production of natural fibres with manmade fibres we ensure a well-constructed machine washable yarn that is lightweight and hypoallergenic while durable and adaptable for an array of projects.
24 DK ACRYLIC YARN LIGHT PINK 100g 180116
Baby Yar n
Korbond 100% acrylic Baby DK yarn is available in a palette of 8 pretty pastels. The construct of the yarn provides neat stitch definition for knitting and crochet projects alike in a yarn that is soft and comfortable for babies.
Korbond 100% acrylic Twinkle DK yarn intertwines metallic thread into the construction of the yarn for a knit with added shimmer and shine, ideal for the party season and available in 4 sparkling shades.
Korbond 100% acrylic Chunky yarn is bulkier to create bold stitch definition and cosy knits in 4 contemporary & classic complementary shades.
CRYLIC
Value & Medium Baskets
A distinctive range of classic polka-dots and robust plastic handles, to cute owls and kitsch wicker trims, on cool cotton twill; our sewing baskets will be at home in any craft setting.
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145(h) x 260(w) x 190(d)mm
145(h) x 260(w) x 190(d)mm
x 260(w) x 190(d)mm
£23.00
5 BLUE FERN
145(h) x 190(w) x 260(d)mm 145(h) x 190(w) x 260(d)mm
190(h) x 255(w) x 150(d)mm
145(h) x 320(w) x 200(d)mm
6. CORAL SEA
TINY DOTS
4 YELLOW LEAF
VALUE SEWING BASKET
Large & Twin Lidded Baskets
The large and twin lid sewing baskets give storage scope to larger projects and craft tool collections, with easy access owing to the size and orientation of the lid options.
1 TINY DOTS BLUE LARGE SEWING B ASKET 190356
170(h) x 310(w) x 240(d)mm
RRP £30.00 inc VAT
3 ENCHANTED PARK LARGE SEWING B ASKET 190354
170(h) x 310(w) x 240(d)mm
RRP £30.00 inc VAT
5 HERRINGBONE TWIN LID SEWING BASKET 190526
160(h) x 315(w) x 245(d)mm
RRP £30.00 inc VAT
2 TINY DOTS PINK TWIN LID SEWING B ASKET 190552
170(h) x 310(w) x 240(d)mm
RRP £30.00 inc VAT
4 NIGHTLY FOREST TWIN LID SEWING BASKET 190382
170(h) x 310(w) x 240(d)mm
RRP £30.00 inc VAT
Extra Large Sewing Baskets
For the most committed crafter our extra large baskets provide ample storage for multiple projects.
1 TINY DOTS BLUE EXTRA LARGE SEWING B ASKET
RRP £33.00 inc VAT
3 ENCHANTED PARK
LARGE SEWING B ASKET 190542 RRP £33.00 inc VAT
2 TINY DOTS PINK
RRP £33.00 inc VAT 180(h) x 360(w) x 340(d)mm
4 NIGHTLY FOREST
LARGE SEWING B ASKET
RRP £33.00 inc VAT
180(h) x 360(w) x 340(d)mm
180(h) x 360(w) x 340(d)mm
180(h) x 360(w) x 340(d)mm
LARGE SEWING B ASKET
Craft Storage & Gift
Each Korbond craft storage item is carefully designed to meet every hobbyists needs. Incorporate with other matching items within the range to gain a beautiful blend of coordinating craft storage. Pick from sewing baskets, knitting bags and sewing machine bags.
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4. TINY DOTS
Fixtures & Stands
With years of experience in merchandising and planning layouts, we offer a flexible and innovative approach to merchandising, providing support and advice to both small and large customers alike. No matter what size of fixture or space, we will recommend the right product mix to maximise sales potential.
FSDU’s, CDU’s & Clip Strips
Merchandising opportunities are available in the form of free standing display units, clip strips, counter displays and bespoke shippers. We carry a range of existing display mechanics and product packages in stock or we can alter or combine mechanics to provide a cost effective tailored solution.
FSDU’S/Shippers
We offer a var iety of FSDU, shipper s, counter display units and clip-str ips, which can be sited within high traffic areas in stores. They are ideal for seasonal or promotional retail periods. We offer a bespoke design service and can build modified FSDU, shippers and CDU’s to suit requirements.
