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Claudia Buchanan

U.S.

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Expertise

I can answer most all questions about sewing and fabricating home decor projects. I can not answer questions about kniting,crafts,etc.

Experience in the area

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.

Organizations

Window Coverings Association of America, American Sewing Guild, Workroom Association of America, Slipcover Network, Drapery Pro

Publications

Press Release in local news paper

Education/Credentials

Attended workshops and training class at trade events.

Awards and Honors

Slipcover Fabrication awards from the Custom Home Furnishing Conference in Greenville,SC

Past/Present Clients

I sew retail and wholesale for the Interior Desing Trade.

What do you like about this subject?

I love sewing home dec because there are no patterns and you can be so creative.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

You can always learn from others and I love the satisfaction of helping others achieve their goals.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

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

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

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.

Average Ratings

Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	T	P	Comments
Barbara	11/06/09	10	10	10	10	This is a great service.Thank .....
jean	09/18/09	10	10	10	10	Thanks so much....i will follow your .....
Anna Story	05/17/09	10	10	10	10	Claudia,thank you for help. I will .....
Roxann	05/03/09	10	10	10	10	prompt response, thank you.
Andy	05/03/09	10	10	10	10	Thank you very much for your helpful .....

Recent Answers from Claudia Buchanan

2009-11-20 dense foam pillow:

Mary 1. Yes you should cut the welt cord fabric on the bias. You could make your bias in a accent color or the stripe. If you are going to wash the cushion cover you should use cellulose fiber welt

2009-11-13 Tailored twin bedskirt with split corners:

Mother Barbara, 1. I prefer all of my bed skirts, I don't like the ready-made look and it they hang much nicer. 2. You will need a side hem on each skirt. Sides and the end of the bed. Because

2009-11-09 Sheer curtains:

Personally, I send my sheer draperies out to another workroom and I have been sewing draperies for 10 years. My suggestion would be to hand hem them. I hand hem most of my silk draperies for clients

2009-09-18 taking in seam:

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

2009-08-17 Singer 401A:

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

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