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| 428 - Ella Hall - I Do A Lot of Doing Before I Think | 01 Sep 2024 | 01:19:18 | |
Ella Hall is the founder of Stitchroom, a Brooklyn-based upholstery shop that specializes in creating custom pillows, cushions, curtains, and other upholstery products. With a degree in fashion design from Parsons and a background in interior design, Ella quickly recognized the pain points that designers often faced in the traditional upholstery industry. Driven by her entrepreneurial spirit, she saw an opportunity to revolutionize a field that had remained stagnant for decades. Ella's approach has been to infuse technology into the upholstery process. She developed a custom platform that makes ordering and tracking easier for interior designers and the trade than ever before. This platform enables a seamless experience for designers and customers alike. Ella's innovative approach has not only modernized Stitchroom but has also set a new standard for the upholstery industry, making her a true pioneer in blending craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. Stitchroom is on Facebook and Instagram Links and Resources: Clickup | |||
| 427 - Phillips Workroom with Mary and Callye Phillips | 25 Aug 2024 | 01:28:27 | |
Mary Phillips is the owner of Phillips Window Workroom, a custom drapery and soft home furnishings workroom in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. Mary has been in the industry for over 40 years, first starting with upholstery with her Sister-In-Law, creating relationships with clients and vendors and then going off on her own out of the house. In 2003, Mary found a location in Chadds Ford and moved out of the house and the rest has been history! Mary has three children with her husband, Mike, a sweet dog Ruby and a huge loving family that loves spending time together and going on vacations to the beach or hanging by the pool. Callye is 26 years old and is Mary's daughter. She grew up in and out of the workroom. When Callye was 6, Mary moved out of the house. Through the years, Callye always appreciated that her Mom was able to come to all her sporting events, and could be there when she needed her since her Mom was her own boss. After going to West Chester University, and finishing right in the pandemic in May 2020, Callye didn't quite have a game plan. She spent a year and a half nannying before deciding to join the PWW team, and just celebrated three years with them. Callye enjoys the creative process, working with customers and designers and seeing their beautiful custom work come to life. Outside of the workroom, Callye coaches volleyball and still plays, (has a boyfriend), and loves spending time with family & friends and her three beautiful nephews! (Soon to be 4). You can find Phillips Workroom on Instagram and Facebook. Links and Resources; | |||
| 418 - Jonathan Camp - I Stuck Around and It Grew On Me | 23 Jun 2024 | 00:43:49 | |
Jonathan Camp is from Canton, Ohio and for 21 years has worked at Ohio Workroom where he now manages nine employees. While he can confidently rework any piece of furniture, his specialty is tufting. A bench of his can be found in the Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens historic house museum in Akron, OH. Other work has appeared in marketing materials for St. Frank Fabric and Wallpaper. In his spare time he owns and manages a 300 acre lamb and purebred sheep farm.
Ohio Workoom is on Instagram Laubacher Upholstery is on Facebook and Instagram The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; Klimaka Studios The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association Workroom Tech
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| 328 - Adam Brand of M&S Schmalberg | 25 Sep 2022 | 01:06:40 | |
Adam Brand is the 4th generation co-owner of M&S Schmalberg. Their artificial flowers have complemented the apparel, wedding, accessory, millinery and home furnishing industries for over 100 years. M&S Schmalberg's custom fabric flowers are still hand-made in New York City. They have been featured in The NY Times, Women's Wear Daily, Wall Street Journal, Vogue, and on the runway all over the world. Adam generously offered a discount to listeners of the Sew Much More Podcast. Use this direct link to order or go to the M&S Schmalberg Etsy sight and use code SEWMUCH to get 20%off. Links and Resources;
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| 327 - Listener Favorite - Cathy Cuddington | 18 Sep 2022 | 01:01:16 | |
Cathy Cuddington is the owner of Dogwood Designs, a wholesale workroom located in Apex,
Links and Resources; Michele Williams - Profit First and Pricing without Emotion The Workroom Endgame by Jeanelle Dech Pricing Your Work With Confidence by Kitty Stein Chickadee rotary cutter | |||
| 326 - OT Podcast with Michele Williams | 11 Sep 2022 | 01:09:13 | |
Michele Williams is a serial entrepreneur and speaker on a mission to close the financial literacy gap for small businesses. Through her two companies, Scarlet Thread Consulting, a client-facing coaching program, and Metrique Solutions, a robust financial software platform, she supports entrepreneurs to understand their numbers confidently. Michele is a champion for creative entrepreneurs, serving as a change agent to facilitate building scalable and profitable businesses. Michele's empowering work has been applauded by The Business of Home, My Doma Studios, and The American Society of Interior Designers. | |||
| 325 - Elizabeth Jung - You Just Keep Swimming! | 04 Sep 2022 | 00:50:57 | |
Born and raised in Marietta Ohio. Enjoyed making and creating as a kid and did a lot of cross stitch with her mom. Sewed a pair of shorts as a class project in 4th grade and didn't pick up sewing again until after college. As a social worker, in Cincinnati, creating became a great outlet so she took an upholstery class and learned the basics. Life had plans and her first daughter was born, a month early and only 4lbs. So most creative ventures took a back seat. 2 more daughters came along and then her mother-in-law decided as a break from mom life a sewing basics class could be fun. Once a week for 6 weeks Elizabeth got out and realized how much she loved sewing! Over the years she has made costumes for plays, altered prom dresses, wedding dresses, and dance costumes! For a brief stint even had a storefront for her alterations business. Life again threw a curveball and her husband got a job in Asheville North Carolina and they needed to move. In Asheville, she found out about workroom tech through a grandmother at her daughter's school and during covid, she took several online classes and found enjoyment in creating soft furnishings. She has taken on jobs in the past year and is now looking to build and grow her business in the home decor space. Links and Resources; Price Your Work with Confidence by Kitty Stein The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 324 - Listener Favorite - Angie Wewel | 28 Aug 2022 | 00:52:30 | |
Angie Wewel is the owner of Grandview Drapery Studio, a wholesale workroom located in Arvada, Colorado, just northwest of Denver. From a young age, Angie has had the desire to start her own business in a creative industry. After attending the Custom Workroom Conference in 2018, she decided it was finally time to turn her life-long passion and pursuit of sewing into a career. Angie values ongoing education and has attended classes at Workroom Tech in Tryon, North Carolina, studied upholstery at a technical college in Denver, and has taken many additional online and in-person training courses and seminars to hone her skills. She is a member of the Workroom Accountability and Mentoring group (WAM), and a member of the WCAA, and WCAA Virtual Chapter. Angie is on Facebook and Instagram Links and Resources; M'Fay Workroom Manual Deborah Cronin's Blog Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library Price Your Work with Confidence - Kitty Stein SCORE The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 323 - OT Podcast with Lisa LaChance New Owner of Dream Draper | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:36:21 | |
Lisa LaChance started Something Sew Unique nearly 20 years ago in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. While there she had the opportunity to create unique window treatments and bedding in every style, texture, and fabric imaginable – from rustic country to shabby chic to sleek contemporary style. She is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. As a professional member of the Window Coverings Association of America (WCAA), she is active in the promotion of window treatment design and fabrication as a business. In 2007 she completed certification to become a Certified Workroom Professional and was also featured in the prestigious Window Covering Association of America (WCAA) 2007 Elegance Showcase. Her solid educational background and experience, coupled with her love for sewing and design, have given Lisa a unique view into the window of interior fashions. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, spending time with her grandchildren, and caving in her backyard.
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| 322 - Claudia Couto - I Don't Have A Choice, I Have To Be Happy! | 14 Aug 2022 | 00:52:31 | |
Claudia Couto, owner and founder of Claudia Couture Homes LLC, has been in the design business for over 17 years. Born and raised in Brazil, Claudia's passion for unique luxury design began at a young age, when she learned to sew at just 8 years old. With great grandparents who were Italian designers, the industry has been in her family for decades. After studying Chemical Engineering in Brazil, Claudia came to America to pursue her dreams of design. She graduated from New York Institute of Art with a degree in Interior Design and went on to begin her career in Connecticut, specializing in luxury textiles, high-end custom window treatments, upholstery, bespoke furniture design and beyond. Over the years, Claudia's work has been installed in hundreds of homes curated by top interior designers. She has worked in Connecticut, the Hamptons, Westchester, New York City, Newport, Watch Hill and abroad in Dubai and areas of Japan. Her expert craftsmanship, along with her creativity, reliability and unmatched quality of work make her creations exceptional, unique and highly sought after. Along with her skilled team of craftsmen, Claudia consistently aims to exceed the expectations of her clients. She describes her style as clean, refined and elevated, with the insight and experience to work in homes with a range of aesthetics from modern and contemporary to traditional. Claudia lives in Fairfield with her two children, who are her biggest inspiration of all. Claudia is on Instagram. Links and Resources; Claudia's Digital Tape measure A Well Designed Business by LuAnn Nigara
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| 321 - 6th Anniversary Podcast | 07 Aug 2022 | 00:15:23 | |
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| 320 - Peg Wagner - I Don't Ever See Being Done | 31 Jul 2022 | 00:53:08 | |
Peg Wagner owns and operates Above and Beyond Window Design out of her home, working with mostly designers. She fabricates window treatments, pillows, cushions, and roman shades, as well as sells hard treatments. Peg has a bachelor's degree in education with a major in Home Ec. (Back in the day when they called it that.) Sewing was in her background. In 2008, while working part-time in a design store she was introduced to CHF academy. It was near Charlotte NC and her next-door neighbors had just moved to Charlotte. Peg took the opportunity to go and take 3 classes while staying in the evening with her former neighbors. She was hooked from day one and her only regret is that she didn't know about this industry sooner. Peg has met the most amazing, dynamic, generous women at the CWC conferences and classes. Before that, she was a "stay-at-home" mom of 2, while helping with her husband's business as a sales rep in the ski and outdoor industry. His office was at home and he traveled to the states of MI, IN, and Ohio. Peg was able to manage the office while kids were in school and then take them to sporting practices and events when school was out. Peg and her husband live in Traverse City, MI and have 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren, 4 of which live one house away from us. Peg knows that is most grandparents' dream come true and does not take that for granted. In her free time, she likes to mountain bike, road bike, ski, and hike. Peg feels it's super important to have an outlet to stay physically active so we can keep doing the things we love to do. Links and Resources; CWC The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 319 - Being In The Arena | 24 Jul 2022 | 00:06:52 | |
It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming; but who does actually strive to do the deeds; who knows great enthusiasms, the great devotions; who spends himself in a worthy cause; who at the best knows, in the end, the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who neither know victory nor defeat." Theodore Roosevelt Notes: To see Cynthia's letter to her students, colleagues and friends click here. Laura Nelson's article in the Drapery & Design Digital Digest | |||
| 417 - Listener Favorite - Carly Melancon | 16 Jun 2024 | 01:35:50 | |
Carly Melcancon redesigns and revives once forgotten upholstered furniture into one-of-a-kind western statement pieces using vintage Mexican textiles, rugs, and hair-on hides. Carly is on Facebook and Instagram. Links and Resources; (I do use some affiliate links and appreciate it if you use them, no worries if you choose not to!) Enneagram Test Kim's Upholstery Profit First Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki E Myth Revisited Michael E. Gerber Goal Digger podcast 212 The Extra Degree: Extraordinary Results Begin with One Small Change by Sam Parker Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones Gretchen Rubin Getting Things Done by David Allen Professional Upholsterers Network on Facebook The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; Klimaka Studios The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association Workroom Tech | |||
| 318 - Kristine Clarke - There's That One Little Nugget! | 17 Jul 2022 | 01:09:57 | |
Kristine Clarke owns and operates August Day Designs, a custom soft furnishings workroom. She fabricates window treatments, Roman shades, and pillows for interior designers. Kristine has been in business for 16 years and operates her business part-time from her home. She lives in Murfreesboro, TN, having recently moved from West Des Moines, IA. Kristine and her husband Scott have one son who is a junior in college in Nashville, TN. She grew up learning to sew in 4-H and from her mom and grandma. When her son was a toddler, Kristine looked for an option to work from home. She took online classes from the CHFS to get started in this business. Kristine has made great friends by being involved in this industry and enjoys taking classes and meeting other workroom owners. Resources and Links; Price Your Work With Confidence by Kitty Stein Take Back Your Time by Christy Wright Atomic Habits by James Clear FlyLady website The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 317 - Listener Favorite - Claire Herne | 10 Jul 2022 | 01:06:50 | |
Claire Herne is the owner of Louie Custom Drapery, located in Darien Connecticut. Claire's background is in investment banking, but she has sewn throughout her life, just for fun! Moving from the UK to the US in 2009 meant decorating a big new house and she struggled to find a local workroom so she pulled out her sewing machine and started making drapes and pillows and found that she really loved it. Soon, Claire, had friends asking her to start making soft furnishings for them and she decided that she should do this professionally. Louie Custom Drapery (named after Claire's mom and daughter) has been in business for just over 4 years - she serves the local trade community. Claire loves to interact with other workroom professionals and most of her learning has been through this wonderful group and at Workroom Tech. Claire lives with her 15-year-old daughter, 2 dogs, a cat, and 2 rabbits (aka Darien Petting Zoo!), her workroom has recently been located in her garage and things are really taking off now. Links and Resources; Workroom Tech The Custom Workroom Conference Ann Johnson's Workroom Skills Class Susan Woodcock's Step-by-Step Guide to Making and Installing Window Decor Unique Expressions for the Drawmatic The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 316 - Listener Favorite - The Sewing Loft of Avon | 03 Jul 2022 | 01:59:02 | |
Rachel and Bryan Short own and operate The Sewing Loft of Avon, a custom soft furnishings workroom located in Connecticut. It is a full-service workroom serving both interior designers and homeowners. Rachel has had a passion for sewing her entire life and made her first item in her sixth grade HomeEc class, a small football-shaped pillow. She turned her passion into a business when she started The Sewing Loft in their home in July 2010 after spending most of her professional life as a paralegal at a major law firm and at a wind energy company. Bryan came on board in 2013 after a career as a litigation attorney and both he and Rachel started working on growing The Sewing Loft full-time. Through the many ups and downs, joys and struggles, they always encouraged each other and remained focused on making their dream a reality. Today, The Sewing Loft is a thriving business with employees and has expanded to a commercial space. Most important, they are excited for what the future will bring!
Links and Resources; Donald Miller - Business Made Simple Podcast Building a Story Brand by Donald Miller The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 315 - OPPORTUNITY THINKING Series - Jennifer White - | 26 Jun 2022 | 00:39:36 | |
Jennifer White has been part of the window treatment for quite a while and has shared her fabrication expertise and is now venturing into selling roman shade headrails and other Vako products to her colleagues. Hear how Jennifer has pivoted into a new business and the new skills she needed to learn. You can reach Jennifer at Jennifer@workroomsupply.com or message her on her Facebook account.
Links and Resources; Workroom Supply, LLC
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| 314 - Carol Dykhouse - To Learn and Explore and Share | 19 Jun 2022 | 00:49:39 | |
Carol Dykhouse, owner of Creations by Carol, has been in business for 40 years. She started out doing custom sewing and alterations and bridal gowns. When weddings were slow, she would do window treatments for friends. Her excellent work soon garnered other customers. After 5 years she exclusively did consulting and fabrication of window treatments and home decor. As her business grew, she became the go-to person for area designers to supply both hard and soft treatments. Carol's workroom started out in a bedroom, using a 3x8 table and canned cherries for weights. Her current workroom encompasses the entire lower level, with 2 work tables and 4 commercial machines and 2 Bernina home machines, and other necessities. One of her mantras is to put efficiency in everything she does. Carol won 1st place in Top Treatments in 1993 for the WFCP. That resulted in a full-page article in the Sunday Home Section of the Grand Rapids Press. Her business took off. Links and Resources; WFCP The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 313 - MaryBeth Davis - People Do This! I Can Do This! | 12 Jun 2022 | 00:54:21 | |
MaryBeth Davis is the owner of MBDSews, a one-person retail workroom in the Richmond Virginia area. A self-taught sewist, MaryBeth has been fabricating home furnishings for over 30 years, but embraced sewing as more than a hobby in 2017. From her home workroom, MaryBeth designs and fabricates window styles, pillows and cushions, bedding, and light upholstery. When not busy in her home sewing workroom, MaryBeth enjoys cooking, reading, and being outside in the garden. She loves spending time with her husband, their daughter and son-in-law, and grand dog Murphy. Links and Resources; Canva Workroom Tech My Designer Conceirge The Custom Workroom Conference The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 312 - Carla Pyle - You Have to Just Start Doing Things. | 05 Jun 2022 | 01:13:15 | |
Carla Pyle has been an active promoter of healthy upholstery since she led a team to develop a line of organic furniture in 2009. An upholstery teacher since 2011, she is currently a virtual instructor for The Funky Little Chair's FLC Upholstery 200: Fundamentals program. She offers consulting services to designers and upholstery professionals looking to incorporate sustainable principles and health-focused materials into their business. Carla is a founding member of the National Upholstery Association and owns Natural Upholstery in Livingston, Montana. Facebook (business page) Instagram - NaturalUpholstery & Uphol_stories YouTube Links and Resources; Circular Economy (Earth Day 2020) Furniture Waste (Cynthia, Jamie & Kriss) Chair art show Furniture Manufacturing Expo (Upholstery Track - my talk is under July 21 tab) Eco-terric The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 311 - LuAnn Nigara Interviews Ceil | 29 May 2022 | 01:00:10 | |
The tables are turned today as I get interviewed by LuAnn Nigara! Yes, I was a little nervous, but LuAnn does a great job with all of her guests, and I really enjoyed talking with her! The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 310 - OT Series - Susan Woodcock and Rodger Walker and the Custom Workroom Conference | 22 May 2022 | 01:09:43 | |
It was a pleasure to talk with Susan Woodcock and Rodger Walker about the upcoming Custom Workroom Conference. You can find out more about it and register here. | |||
| 309 - Edith Williamson - Agree On All Aspects | 15 May 2022 | 00:58:36 | |
Edith Williamson is a first-generation Hungarian emigrant from Transylvania. She is the owner of Drapery Montage in Houston, Texas. Also known as Houston's Drapery Store. She describes it as a one-of-a-kind, all under one roof, everything you need for your windows company also known as Houston's Drapery Store. They are custom fitting inspiration and design - one stitch at a time, since 1984. For the better part of the 38 years, they operated in commercial locations. As of 2012, they purchased a 2,300 sq. ft. building of their own and renovated it to fit the needs of both a design studio and a brightly lit workroom. The love affair with creating, the added years of experience, and the recommendations they receive has them busier than ever. You can find Edith on Facebook. Links and Resources; E Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 416 - Amy Petersen - It Was Love at First Staple! | 09 Jun 2024 | 01:03:31 | |
Amy Petersen is the owner of Gray Duck Upholstery, located in Parker, Colorado. She began upholstering in 2011 after taking classes at a local trade school. Prior to making upholstery her profession, Amy had a long career in public accounting. She has master's degrees in Business, Accounting and Taxation. Amy sold her CPA practice and made Gray Duck Upholstery official in 2019. She strives to help clients make their homes custom, beautiful and comfortable through upholstery. Amy is proud to be the Treasurer for the National Upholstery Association. When not upholstering, Amy and her husband love to spend time at their lake cabin in Minnesota. Amy's Article in the Drapery & Design Digital Digest Microsoft To Do Clockify Mile IQ | |||
| 308 - Tracy Abraham - I Have Lists For Absolutely Everything | 08 May 2022 | 01:01:44 | |
Tracy Abraham is the owner of Abraham Design Workroom located in Massachusetts. A lifelong sewist, she opened her (mainly) to the trade business in 2017 and hasn't looked back since. When not in the workroom, she loves to travel with her family and spends as many summer days on her favorite beach in Wells, Maine as she can with her husband and their four children. Links and Resources; (some of these links are affiliate links and if you use them, I may make a little money, so I appreciate you using them!) Jim Rohn Books The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz Susan Woodcock and Workroom Tech Ann Johnson's Three Strikes and I'm Out Etsy Link for Tracy's digital planner The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 306 - Listener Favorites - Antoinette van Speyk re-release | 24 Apr 2022 | 01:02:57 | |
Antoinette was born and raised in Cape Town South Africa. She studied at the University of Stellenbosch where she obtained an Honours Degree in Drama and Theatre Arts as well as a Teaching Diploma. Her 20+ year career in the Film and Television Industry gave her the opportunity to live and work in Africa, Europe, China, the USA and finally Canada where she settled with her family in 2000. Sewing has always been her hobby. Antoinette remembers sewing her first apron under her mother's watchful eye at age three. Sewing clothes for fellow students helped Antoinette pay her way through university. She began sewing home furnishings as soon as she moved into her first apartment. Blinds, Drapes & Bedding began in 2001, it is an exclusive Window Treatment consulting service and design/production studio supplying primarily, but not exclusively, to the trade. Each and every item is sewn and constructed by Antoinette personally or under her supervision. With a reputation for doing precise and neat work paying special attention to detail, she takes pride in continually upgrading her knowledge of new developments in the Window Treatment industry and doing industry-directed Webinars throughout the year. She is a WFCP Specialist (Window Fashion Certified Professionals). Antoinette is on Instagram Links and Resources; The Artisan Factory HGTV Renovation Island or in Canada: Island of Bryan Hubdoc JF Fabrics App Princess Margaret Home Lottery Grand Prize Home (Spring 2021. Designed by Sarah Baeumler) Princess Margaret Home Lottery Grand Prize Home (Spring 2020. Designed by Sarah Baeumler) Caerula Mar Club (Resort in the Bahamas) The Workroom Channel Gridded Table Grid Döfix IMBD - look for Antoinette Wilkinson The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 305 - Stay In Your Lane | 17 Apr 2022 | 00:17:39 | |
Today's podcast is a solo podcast about staying in your lane. Do you? Or do you like to push yourself? If you do, how do you do it? I would love to hear what you think about staying in your lane! The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 304 - Listener Favorites - Jennifer Holaday | 10 Apr 2022 | 01:12:14 | |
Jen Holaday is the owner of Brave Maggie Designs, a custom drapery workroom in Franklin, TN. She fabricates pillows, bedding, cushions, and shades but nothing makes her heart skip a beat more so than beautiful custom drapery. From the fabrics and hardware to the pleating and draping, custom drapery will elevate an entire space. It's the difference between a pretty room and a simply stunning one. Jennifer has close to 10 years of experience throughout the Nashville area working with professional workrooms, interior designers, and directly with homeowners. She loves living in Music City, where she's had the opportunity to work with some very creative people. In addition to fabrication, Jennifer offers the following services: fabric consult, fabric sourcing and purchasing, measuring, drapery hardware, roller, and woven shades, and professional installation. Where you can find Jennifer: www.BraveMaggieDesigns https://www.instagram.com/bravemaggiedesigns/ https://www.facebook.com/bravemaggiedesigns bravemaggiedesigns@gmail.com Links and Resources; Lisa Liza Lucy designs Hours Tracker App Workroom Tech The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC | |||
| 303 - Grace Rumer - I Believe If Anybody Puts Their Mind to it, They Can Do Whatever They Want | 03 Apr 2022 | 00:51:12 | |
Grace grew up in Philadelphia - one of nine children - she recently celebrated 40 years of marriage to her wonderful husband Bob who is now retired and is now her personal Chef - they are blessed to have 4 grown children and 3 grandchildren - Her favorite place to be is with Family. Grace and her husband now live in Huntingdon Valley just outside of Philadelphia. In April of 1999, Grace Irene Window Fashions was born. Grace worked from home for 7 years before opening a Drapery Shop in Hatboro. Grace is on Facebook and Instagram. The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 302 - Marie Mouradian Re-Release | 27 Mar 2022 | 00:45:33 | |
Marie Mouradian has celebrated over 38 years of owning her own business. What began as a childhood sewing hobby has become a lifelong passion for creating comfortable, functional, and beautiful environments. Window Designs Etc. by Marie Mouradian has evolved over the years to include custom window treatments, Hunter Douglas blinds & shades, soft home furnishings, and interior decorating consulting services for both residential and commercial properties in the Worcester, MA area. Experienced is how she refers to herself with several Window Fashion Vision awards and positions on the local Chamber and BBB board of directors. Marie is on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 301 - Cathy Cohane - My Goal Was Always To Be Independent | 20 Mar 2022 | 00:59:43 | |
Cathy Cohane started her business "Curtain Cathy" in 2003 as she was transitioning from a career in garment manufacturing. A lifelong sewist with a degree in Clothing and Textiles, owning and running her own business has been both a passion of hers and has brought her much success and joy. As a sole proprietor, Cathy specializes in roman shades, drapery panels, and soft furnishings, as well as blinds, shades, and shutters. Her business serves the metropolitan area of NJ, NY, PA, and CT. Curtain Cathy serves both homeowners and designers and she especially loves collaborating with designers as they complete their projects. Cathy's work has been featured in Apartment Therapy, Women's Day Magazine, and on the Instagram feeds of her vendors. You can find her on Instagram and Facebook is Cathleen Cohane DBA Curtain Cathy. You can reach her by email at cdcohane@verizon.net. The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 300 - Jackie Myers - Hope, Dreams and Do | 13 Mar 2022 | 00:59:05 | |
Jackie Myers is the owner of Useful Stitches drapery workroom and Useful Stitches Etsy. She has been sewing for 38 years. After graduating with a BS in Math, she decided to pursue her interest in sewing and took sewing and decorating classes. After sewing for years as a hobby for herself and friends, she decided to officially open shop as Useful Stitches, LLC eleven years ago. She sews mainly to the trade with some retail jobs. Her husband of 38 years is her installer, accountant, and consultant. When she is not sewing, she loves to garden, cook, watch birds in her back yard, and sew useful gifts. You can find Jackie on Facebook. Links and Resources; As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases and I am grateful if you choose to use my links. Some of the links below are affiliate links.New Complete Guide to Sewing: Step-by-Step Techniques for Making Clothes and Home Accessories Custom Draperies in Interior Design by Mary Neal The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 299 - Bethany Brubaker - Motivation | 06 Mar 2022 | 01:07:26 | |
Bethany Brubaker works at Adaptive Textiles and posted a great answer to a question on the Forum in the Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library Links and Resources; Simon Sinek Finding Your Why, YouTube channel Members of the Library have access to a SWOT analysis Circle Time webinar Brene Brown Netflix Pomodoro technique 25 minutes of work/5 minute break Time Blocking Gretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies Quiz Podcast with Jean Lawes and Cindi Grey SCORE Ten Percent Happier for Meditation Adam Grant's Ted Talk about Languishing | |||
| 298 - Joy Willbur - I Just Want to Be Proud of My Efforts | 27 Feb 2022 | 01:21:47 | |
Joy Willbur started her business, Sew Joy, in Lexington KY in 2006 with a desire to have a career that combined her passion for sewing with the flexibility she wanted as a mother. She loves to create gorgeous custom sewn décor. Joy works with designers, decorators, and homeowners as a partner to fabricate their designs. She loves to learn about new products and fabrication methods. Joy belongs to the WCAA (Window Coverings Association of America), the Kentucky Workroom Association, and the Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library. You can find Joy on Facebook and Instagram Links and Resources; (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases and I am grateful if you choose to use my links. Not all links below are affiliate links) Ann Johnson's Swag Books Custom Workroom Conference Fabrics A to Z: The Essential Guide to Choosing and Using Fabric for Sewing by Dana Willard Workroom Marketplace Gridded Canvas Cover Drawmatic Joy's YouTube video about the Drawmatic The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 415 - Greer Woollcott - I Wanted to Get Training In This World | 02 Jun 2024 | 01:13:42 | |
Greer Woollcott lives in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with her partner Tobin. She comes from a family of creative and skilled women where she learned she could make anything if she set her mind to it. She studied fine arts and art history for 2 years at Concordia University and then changed programs and attended the Ontario College of Art and Design and pursued a degree in Environmental Design. She started her career as a kitchen designer, went into commercial interior design then material sales for the design industry as a rep for architectural panels. After reuniting with her love for sewing she took a leave from work in 2021 and went to the UK to pursue a diploma in curtain making and soft furnishings as well as some upholstery training. Since then she has been building her workroom business part time as she goes on the adventure of building a business from scratch, fabricating, and continuing to learn the craft. Woollcott and Co Instagram Victoria Hammond Collective Interior Design Masters Links and Resources; (Some of the links I provide, specifically to Amazon and a few others, require me to let you know that if you use those links and make a purchase, I will make some money. I won't make a million dollars, but I might be able to get a cup of coffee, so thank you!) Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Atomic Habits by James Clear Start with Why by Simon Sinek The E Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association Workroom Tech | |||
| 297 - OT Series - Two Sisters Ecotextiles | 20 Feb 2022 | 01:00:24 | |
Almost 20 years ago Leigh Anne was looking for fabric to reupholster her sofa. She found fabrics that were sophisticated, but not environmentally friendly; or "green" (mostly recycled polyester – actually a poor green choice), but not stylish. Even the fabrics claiming to be "organic" were processed with chemicals that were harmful to people and the planet - and many of those chemicals remain in the fabric. Since Leigh couldn't find a company that was creating entirely safe but gorgeous fabrics using organic or sustainable methods and using zero plastic (polyester, nylon, etc), she enlisted her sister, Patty, and together they formed Two Sisters Ecotextiles, to "change the way textiles are being made." You can find Two Sisters Ecotextiles on Instagram and Facebook.
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| 296 - Michelle Minner - I Love Sharing What I've Learned | 13 Feb 2022 | 01:12:17 | |
Michelle Minner is the owner of Blue Roof Cabin Upholstery, located in Washington state. She's a solopreneur, specializing in residential furniture reupholstery. Michelle fell into the upholstery trade by accident. As a DIY blogger looking for a project she decided to try her hand at reupholstering an old chair and fell in love with the transformation process. Self-taught, Michelle is passionate about sharing knowledge and supporting fellow upholsterers. She loves to share upholstery tips on her YouTube channel and Instagram stories. She is currently a Virtual Instructor for FLC training systems. You can find Michelle on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Links and Resources; Michelle's article in the Drapery & Design Digital Digest The Funky Little Chair You're A Bad Ass by Jen Sincero Atomic Habits by James Clear Spruce: A Step-by-Step Guide to Upholstery and Designby Amanda Brown, Grace Bonney Singer book by Steve Cone Podcasts Brene Brown Jennifer Allwood The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 295 - Karen Barnes on Retirement | 06 Feb 2022 | 00:55:07 | |
Karen Barnes is the former owner of The Elegant Window. She owned her business for. years. She is now retired and is sharing her journey with us. The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association
Links and Resources; Built to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You by John Warrillow Podcast Episode #60 - Karen Barnes - I Was Like A Sponge Michele Williams - Scarlet Thread Consulting Pricing Without Emotion | |||
| 294 - Listener's Favorites - Nancy Sargent | 30 Jan 2022 | 01:08:34 | |
Nancy Sargent is the owner of Cobani Bleu. A creative upholstery business whose mission is The Art of Sitting Soft, a tagline inspired by her mom. The 'sit soft' philosophy is all about gathering with family and friends, to be enveloped in a warm, nurturing and comfortable environment. The goal of Cobani Bleu is to always create furniture that sits soft. After spending way too much time in corporate America, she took early retirement and has never looked back. Her passion is artisan textiles. Combining grain sacks and mudcloths, quilts, woolen blankets, and leather hides with more traditional fabrics to create bespoke furniture. Nancy does client work as well as designs and sells her own unique furnishings on Etsy. She is a proud member of the National Upholstery Association. As a firm believer of there is always something new to learn, she teaches one-on-one upholstery out of her she shop in Nashville, TN. Nancy is on Facebook and Instagram. Links and Resources; (I do use some affiliate links) The Funky Little Chair Kim's Upholstery Workroom Tech Spruce: A Step-by-Step Guide to Upholstery and Design by Amanda Brown Professional Upholstering: All the Trade Secrets by Frank Destro, Jr Singer Upholstery Basics Plus: Complete Step-by-Step Photo Guide by Steve Cone The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 293 - Donna Redmond - The Talents You Bring to the Table Are Worth Something | 23 Jan 2022 | 00:58:54 | |
Donna Redmond is the owner of Undercover Sewing. She has been a member of WCAA since 2016 and participates in ongoing professional education. Donna loves to work with both to the trade interior designers and local homeowners. Donna is always striving to provide high-quality window treatments, cushions, and/or pillows that transform a house into a special place for special people. You are special! Links and Resources; 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech - Mentoring Association of Sewing and Design Professionals Women's Business Association of Maryland Susan Woodcock's Craftsy Classes Custom Workroom Conference Window Covering Association of America Comfortex Workroom Tours on the Library Ann Johnson's books on swags Susan Woodcock's book M'Fay manuals Kim's Upholstery Calendly EZ Pleat The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association
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| 292 - Whitney Kaufman - Starting With The End In Mind | 16 Jan 2022 | 01:06:51 | |
Whitney Kaufman is the owner of Whitney Kaufman Designs in Grand Rapids, MI. Whitney is a busy wife and mother of four teenagers. As a teacher turned stay-at-home-mom she began sewing shortly after her oldest daughter was born, and for years she enjoyed sewing Halloween costumes for her brood. Over the years she tried her hand at making both Roman shades and quilts. At the suggestion of some friends, she began looking into ways to turn her passion for sewing and decorating into a career. In December 2020 she opened Whitney Kaufman Designs. Whitney quickly jumped on the opportunity to join the 2021 WAM group and credits the group with helping her to build her business. Links and Resources; Sailrite The Workroom Channel Elki's class Rowley EZ rig system Laurie Gutberlet's podcast The Funky Little Chair Boxed Cushion Course Workroom Tech Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades, and Top Treatments: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Making and Installing Window Decor by Susan Woodcock The Slipcover Maker Business Guide WAVE app Susan Woodcock and Rodger Walker's Worktable DöFix iron The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association | |||
| 291 - Jonathan Bennett - If You Don't Go Into It With A Plan, You Might As Well Not Go In At All | 09 Jan 2022 | 01:09:58 | |
The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association Jonathan Bennet, owner of Unsprung Upholstery is originally from Martinsville, VA. He caught the sewing bug from his great grandmother at a young age. He moved to Richmond, VA on a whim in August of 1989 and earned a BFA in Fashion Design from Virginia Commonwealth University. Directly after graduation, Jonathan taught in the Fashion Design department as an adjunct professor for 13 years. He started his first workroom job in 1997, learned how to make various types of window treatments, cushions, pillows, and more; since then, he has done freelance workroom client projects in his home for over 25 years. Jonathan opened Unsprung Upholstery LLC in August 2019 and will continue this beautiful journey for the rest of his life!
Website: UnsprungUpholstery.com FB: Unsprung Upholstery Company
Links and Resources; The Custom Workroom Conference | |||
| 290 - Happy 2022! | 02 Jan 2022 | 00:17:45 | |
The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library National Upholstery Association
I hope this year is off to a great start for you! Happy 22! Links and Resources; | |||
| 289 - 2021 Year End Wrap Up With Michele Williams | 26 Dec 2021 | 01:07:20 | |
In what has become our annual tradition, Michele Williams and I spend some time together discussing this past year, our plans for next year, and what great books we have read. I hope you enjoy today's podcast.
Links and Resources Scarlet Thread Consulting Everyone Deserves a Great Manager: The 6 Critical Practices for Leading a Teamby Scott Jeffrey Miller, Todd Davis, Victoria Roos Olsson The Vision Driven Leader: 10 Questions to Focus Your Efforts, Energize Your Team, and Scale Your Business by Michael Hyatt Get Different: Marketing That Can't Be Ignored! Kindle Edition by Mike Michalowicz Free to Focus: A Total Productivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less by Michael Hyatt The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Revised and Updated: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals Kindle Edition by Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, Jim Huling, Scott Thele, Beverly Walker Getting Things Done by David Allen Atomic Habits by James Clear Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business Hardcover – April 3, 2012 by Gino Wickman Sparked: Discover Your Unique Imprint for Work that Makes You Come Alive by Jonathan Fields Paperlike for Ipad | |||
| 288 - Debbie DiFrancesco - Reimagining Her Future | 19 Dec 2021 | 00:48:20 | |
The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association
Debbie DiFrancesco, who has been sewing since the age of 7, founded Creative Hands in 1990 to supplement the family income. Initially, Debbie provided general sewing and bridal alteration services while working a second job as an assistant manager/Craft Department Manager at House of Fabrics/So-Fro Fabrics until 1991. Two years later, Creative Hands transitioned from alterations to exclusively fabricating window treatments and selling hard treatments. Soon after, in 1997, Debbie attended courses at the Professional Drapery Workroom School, later known as the Custom Home Furnishings Academy in Swannanoa, NC under Cheryl Strickland. Since then, she has participated in the Custom Home Furnishings Conferences and International Window Coverings Expos as both an attendee and window treatment fabrication instructor. With an extensive skill set Debbie has, over the years, moved Creative Hands from the attic of her home to a commercial building. In 2009 she purchased a larger commercial building, which allowed for the expansion of the workroom and the transition from a Hunter Douglas Showcase Dealership to a Hunter Douglas Gallery. Additionally, Debbie is a Certified Hunter Douglas consultant, a Hunter Douglas Certified Master Installer and the current President of the Western NY Chapter of WCAA. Debbie is on Facebook.
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| 414 - Networking and the Effect It Has Had on My Business | 26 May 2024 | 00:21:13 | |
| 287 - Dennis Locke - I'm Happy To Wake Up Every Morning, Look Out the Window and See The Sun Shining | 12 Dec 2021 | 00:48:02 | |
The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association Dennis Locke is a 3rd generation furniture upholsterer in Greenville, Tx. Serving the Dallas area. He came into the family business as a child, and has doing it professionally for over 40 years. Dennis took over the business in '97, when his mother passed. He does commercial and residential furniture, as well as specializing in repair and foam replacement. You can find Dennis at Payne's Upholstery. For some insight into Dennis's writing ability, be sure to visit his About Us Page. | |||
| 286 - Theresa Harmon - It's Just Been Easier For Me This Time! | 05 Dec 2021 | 00:53:07 | |
The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association Theresa Harmon is a graphic designer turned one-woman drapery and soft furnishings workroom. She loves transforming beautiful fabric into custom creations not found in the mass retail market. Theresa works with retail clients, a handful of decorators, and her daughter Lee, owner/designer at Contented Interiors, and her other daughter Nivette who is her project manager. Her husband is her admin, on-site measurer, foam cutter, bookkeeper and tax man. Theresa grew up with an artistic mother who kept her supplied with a plethora of arts and crafts kits. She learned to sew at summer camp and through middle school home ec classes and have had a love affair with sewing and fabric ever since. Her high school guidance counselor didn't have an answer for how to combine art and math into a career, and she didn't know she could make a living sewing so she pursued a BFA in Communication Arts & Design. Thersa's best art projects are their five children who are now contributing members of society;) Theresa is very curious and always asks a lot of questions. She also loves people and sharing information so she considers herself a connector. She's had the privilege of being an employment coach for nearly ten years helping over 100 people get jobs. These personality traits led her to create and maintain All the Trimmings Shop where she tries her best to turn clients' dreams into reality. Links and Resources; As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases and I am grateful if you choose to use my links. Tobi Fairley Slight Edge by Jeff Olson You are a Badass by Jen Sincero Shade Smart Class from Workroom Tech Custom Workroom Conference The Workroom Channel - Elki Horn Brene Brown | |||
| 285 - Susan Souza - When You Feel Like Quitting - Remember Why You Started | 28 Nov 2021 | 00:55:22 | |
The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC Trading Up Consulting, LLC National Upholstery Association Susan Souza grew up in the suburbs of Long Island, NY. She went to the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC after finishing high school. She was petrified to be going to school in the big city, but she got used to it and loved the whole atmosphere of being in the fashion world. Susan landed a job as an assistant designer in a children's wear firm in the garment center. She had no idea what her future held for her. Susan went on vacation to Bermuda and that is where she met my future husband. She got married and moved to Bermuda. When she got there thought "what am I supposed to do now – there weren't any jobs to be had in fashion design." Susan made all of her own clothes which included making the patterns. Years later she found myself working in an insurance company as a Facilities Administrator and I really missed being creative. A few years ago Susan found Workroom Tech online and thought it would be fun to take a few classes – something different. It took her a while before she actually decided to follow through with making pillows, cushions, and window treatments. Susan's knowledge of patternmaking has come in handy with drafting some of the window treatments. For now, she is working two jobs and will eventually have to make a decision on which one she wants to continue with. You can find Susan on Instagram. Links and Resources; Workroom Tech Sailrite | |||