About Us
Finding Inspiration in Every Design
Welcome to K&A Custom Fabrics and Hardware--where our mission is to bring you unique prints, printed on high quality fabric, with a fast turnaround time and top-notch customer service. To us, K&A's isn't just our business, It's our passion.
Our Story
K&A Custom Fabrics and Hardware (formally Kimmy B's Custom Fabrics) was founded in 2020, by owner Kim and lead designer, Alix. During the pandemic both found themselves needing a career change that allowed them to be more present and available to their families. By teaming up, they created and grew Kimmy B’s Custom Fabrics and Hardware from the ground up. In the Fall of 2022, they became full business partners and thus created K&A Custom Fabrics and Hardware.
Meet The Team
Kim Brandner
Owner
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Hey all, I’m Kim and co-owner of K&A Custom Fabrics & Hardware. I am the wife to an amazing husband and mom to two incredible boys. Before starting K&A's, I was in customer service for 20 years. I was taught to sew at a young age by my aunt and my grandmother. Both have passed now, but my love of beautiful fabrics and creating something from nothing lives on. During the Pandemic, I became a mask maker and when my need required a graphic designer, I was lucky enough to meet and build a partnership and friendship with Alix.
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Alix Laning
Co-Owner & Lead Designer
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I am Alix, co-owner and lead designer here at K&A's. I am married to my best friend and a mom to two amazing children and two fur babies. I was a dialysis nurse and have been an RN since 2012. I have always been into sewing and as a HS graduation present, my aunt (who is no longer here with us) bought me my first sewing machine, which I still use to this day. When the Pandemic happened, I quickly realized that I did not want to go back to nursing and started designing personally to make my daughter custom clothes. Along the way, I met Kim and we not only became business partners, but BEST FRIENDS!
Sarah Tavera
Assistant Designer & Fabric Associate
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Hellooo errbody, I'm Sarah assistant designer and fabric associate at K&A's. I'm a mom to a sweet little boy and partner to my best friend. Before the Pandemic, I worked in customer service, where I was lucky enough to build a friendship with Kim. When she started K&A's. I was excited for the opportunity to work with a great friend and be more available to my family. My passions are books and anything that always me to let my creative spirit shine.
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Kari Hubbert
Fabric Associate
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Hello fellow weirdos. I'm Kari, a fabric associate at K&A's. I am the only lady in house of boys. I was in customer service for years and along the way became friends with Kim and Sarah. At the beginning of 2022, my partner was deployed, and I needed something more flexible for my kiddo. So, I joined the K&A team and enjoy working with my friends every day. I enjoy collecting dead bugs, bones, wheat pennies and rocks. I'm an artistic gal, who lives my life a bit off the beaten path.
Faith Long
Pattern Designer since early 2022
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Hi, I’m Faith, owner and operator of Faithwerks Designs. I’ve been happily married for over 22 years, and we have 5 children that I homeschool. I am a self-taught seamstress and I love to teach what I know. Before Covid, I taught Home EC in my home and after, I missed teaching so much I started a YouTube channel that allows me to keep doing what I love. I’ve been creating purses/book bag patterns for a while, but K&A’s has allowed me to take those skills and make some one-of-a-kind bags. I can’t wait to see what we make next! You can find me on Facebook or YouTube
Ashley Maul
Pattern Designer & Lead Striker since the end of 2021
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Hello fellow humans! I’m Ashley (Sew Ashtastic) and I fancy myself a fandom sewist, focusing mainly on handbags. I love finding fun and creative ways for people to flaunt their pop-culture faves - be it comics, movies, or maybe something a little more off the beaten path. I’ve been a lead striker for K&A's, since the end of 2021, and what a glorious time it has been! I can’t wait to share my creations with you, and look forward to seeing yours, too! You can find me at: www.sewashtastic.com
Christal Dawn
Lead Striker since the end of 2021
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Greetings and salutations! I’m Christal, aka One Stubborn Stitch. I dusted off my sewing machine and started volunteering sewing masks in early 2020 and found out I truly love sewing! I get bored easily and am always trying new things. And that is one of the reason why I love being a lead striker with K&A, so much variety!! I make anything from clothing (love making undies!), bags, purses, blankets, home goods and whatever else you can think of I will give it a try! Check out my website and my social media links for more examples of my work. www.onestubbornstitch.com
Rebecca Arnold Wilson
Lead Striker in since early 2022
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Hey y’all! I’m Rebecca (RAW Designs) and I’m fabric tumbler obsessed! Back in 2018, I started my crafting journey with resin & glitter. It wasn’t long before I made my first fabric tumbler, and I was hooked! I’m the newest lead striker at K&A and I couldn’t be more excited. The quality and selection with K&A's is unlike any other fabric company! As a resin artist, I try to find new and unique ways to incorporate fabric into my designs. Follow me @ RAW Designs on FB or check out my website https://raw-designs-cctx.myshopify.com
Danielle St. John
Lead Striker in since Fall 2022
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Hi, I’m Danielle (Stitch’N Designs). I’d say I’m a functioning fabric hoarder. Started making bags and clothing items in late 2020. I also create my own embroidery designs, which I love to incorporate into bags and I make youtube tutorials as well . One of my favorite things about K&A is the variety of bases they have; there’s literally something for everyone here. You can find/follow me at @stitchndesigns on instagram, youtube and facebook.