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Sewing/Expert Profile
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
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| Laura Hays | 10/16/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so very much. Your last ..... |
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| Kim | 08/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | karen was wonderful. had some great suggestions ..... |
| Anita | 07/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks! |
| Juna Penney | 07/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Very helpful. I appreciate very much that ..... |
Recent Answers from Karen Erickson
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
2009-10-21 pillows and cording:
Sorry I have been in Kansas teaching at the Original Sewing Expo... If you cannot get this under your pressure foot, then you would need a different machine to do this project. You should give my
2009-10-18 removing crease from lengthened drapes:
Good morning.... Hope I can help. Without testing the fabric, you don't know what it is going to do, or if you can get the crease fold out of the hem. So you need to be creative. 1)Test the drapery
2009-10-15 pillows and cording:
Wow I hope I can help. We are here to help not only those who want to sew for their home, but also professionals in business. I teach a lot of classes and I know several people who have Bernina's that
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