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Expertise
All about home decor sewing, with many tips and trick on how to make a finished project look like a professional was hired to sew them. Specialize in "home decor" sewing. From how to measure, to how to cut and sew. Slipcovers, deocrative pillows, bedding, table accessories, drapery toppers, top treatments and more... I am not able to answer questions about trouble shoot various sewing machines. I can help through most problems with a machine, but when I have done the basics I would refer to an expert. No quilting or garment sewing.
Experience in the area
Started sewing at the young age of 10 years. In 1986 opened up my own Designer Sewing Workroom, in 1998 started teaching workshops and classes to others in my Industry. In 1998 established Slipcover America Inc, produced 3 DVDs. I have traveled to the American Sewing Guild Conferences and various Sewing Expos in both the US and Canada, as a speaker, teaching and instructor. Also was on staff at the CHF Drapery School in North Carolina as the Slipcover Instructor. Continue to speak at special engagements at Fabric and Sewing stores throughout the country. In 2006 established Sonoran Sewing with an associate Claudia Buchanan in Arizona where we do specialized in "home decor" sewing workshops and retreats throughout the year.
Organizations
Slipcover Network Drapery Pro Window Coverings Association American Sewing Guild
Publications
Sew What Magazine (trade) Window Coverings Magazine (trade) Sew News Magazine Drapery and Window Coverings Mary Engelbreit Home Companion Magazine
Education/Credentials
College degree in Photo Journalism, Chaffey Community College in Cucamong, CA. Years of continual education through conference and workshops dealing with the sewing industry.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Barbara | 11/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very helpful,/Thank you so much for ..... |
| Fran | 11/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you, Karen for your very helpful ..... |
| Laura Hays | 10/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so very much. Your last ..... |
| Barbara | 08/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Kim | 08/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | karen was wonderful. had some great suggestions ..... |
Recent Answers from Karen Erickson
2009-11-10 Drapery header:
If I were making this I would use a ripple fold track with a snap on tape. This is sewn onto a flap panel, then you snap it into the track. It is quick and easy, easy to take care of and used often
2009-11-10 Drapery header:
Thanks for writing, I hope I can help. The best stablizer would be buckram here is the definition: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckram You will usually find it is white in the stores. If you
2009-11-05 bathtub valance on wood or styrofoam:
Sorry for the delay as I have been teaching in Minneapolis and now I am in Chicago. I know of several kits like this, but not sure exactly what you are looking for. Do you have a photo so I can steer
2009-11-02 lining draperies:
Great to hear back from you. The lining is cut shorter than the decorator fabric. With the lining being so heavy and thick in this case you want to take out the bulk. I do not see what your decorator
2009-10-24 lining draperies:
I am not sure exactly what you are asking regarding this question. I would like to help very much. Are the draperies already made? Have you picked out the fabric? What do you need to know
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