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I can answer most all questions about sewing and fabricating home decor projects. I can not answer questions about kniting,crafts,etc.
Yes, I have owned a professional interior design workroom for 10 years. We specialize in window treatments, bedding, slipcovers, pillows,etc. I also teach hands-on sewing and business classes in my studio.
Window Coverings Association of America, American Sewing Guild, Workroom Association of America, Slipcover Network, Drapery Pro
Press Release in local news paper
Attended workshops and training class at trade events.
Slipcover Fabrication awards from the Custom Home Furnishing Conference in Greenville,SC
I sew retail and wholesale for the Interior Desing Trade.
I love sewing home dec because there are no patterns and you can be so creative.
You can always learn from others and I love the satisfaction of helping others achieve their goals.
Interlining (a 100% Cotton Flanel) make all the difference in the world when using it as a layer between the face fabric and the lining
Can you wash Home Decor Fabrics? Only if you test! Cut a 12"square and serge the edges then wash it on hot and discover the results. Many fabrics can be washed but not always recommended. Testing will help you decide if the fabric should be dry cleaned or is washable.
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Start by taking out the hem. Put the pants on wrong side out and have some one pin the area that you want to taper and ease into the taper section from the original seam. Basically just stitch them down
This machine is my favorite machine. I got one for my 8th grade graduation in 1961. I have purchased 401 A's for $65 - $300. Email me when you know what you want to sell it for. I have a school for
Christy, You could stuff your pillows with almost any thing at this point. But think about comfort, if any friends have some polyester bed pillows, or old decorator pillows you could remove the fill
Roberta, It can be done with a lot of patience. Sew one end closed and then use a pencil or something very small and pull the fabric over the end of the pencil, slowly advancing the fabric over the
Nick, Even if the needle looks OK, I would suggest that you start by changing it. I suggest changing your needle after 8 hours sewing. You can also take the plate off and clean the feed dogs, sometimes
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