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Kari Culberson is an interior designer, textile designer & sewist specializing in contemporary block printed textiles & soft goods fabrication for the home. Kari has a Masters in Interior Design from Florida State University & has been working in the interior design industry for the past 15 years. She began her design career working under renowned designers such as Victoria Hagan & Robert Brown, but her love of fabric & textile design led her to move to the vendor side. In 2011, she began Kari Fisher Designs, a to-the-trade textile line producing hand-block printed linen. Her fabrics have been carried in design showrooms across the country and her work has been featured in several magazines such as Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Lonny, & Martha Stewart Living. With the birth of her first daughter, she took a step back from hand printing yardage in-house and started printing digitally, while also offering some workroom fabrication. Now as her younger daughter has started school, Kari has relaunched her business under the name House Marais, and has expanded her workroom offerings to include pillows, drapery, soft goods, and lampshades. Kari works out of her home in Decatur, GA just outside of Atlanta. Kari is also a sewing teacher, having taught garment sewing and block printing for the last several years in Atlanta, virtually, and traveling to sewing retreats. Her favorite garment to make is her own jeans and is often wearing her own "me made" garments. Kari is on Instagram, and Facebook Links and Resources; Closet Core Patterns

(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!)

The Artists Way by Julia Cameron Singer Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades and Top Treatments: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Makine and Installing Window Decor by Susan Woodcock Soft Goods Guidebook for Interiors by Stephanie Stickler Instagram account - Can You Sew This For Me Kari mentioned Window Treatments 101, these videos are part of the Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library PRO Plus Memebers 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech - Who's on Your Team The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; The Workroom Channel Workroom Tech Scarlet Thread Consulting The WCAA The Curtains and Soft Furnishings Resource Library Merril Y Landis, LTD Angel's Distributing, LLC National Upholstery Association

Kim has a very unique way of tapping into what her clients want for their homes, and creating that atmosphere by mixing both high and low-end furniture items in her designs. Every design is different, and her specialty is to bring out the personality and style of her clients, into the design of the space.

Traveling to the various furniture markets, networking with her peers, and a ton of research keeps her on top of all of the latest trends and fresh ideas in the interior design world.

She redesigned her life and her brand by launching Kim Lista Interiors, LLC. a full-service consulting and design company.

My Instagram is: kimlistainteriors My Facebook is : Kim Lista Interiors Website: www.kimlista.com

Links and Resources;

Workroom Tech

Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades and Top Treatments by Susan Woodcock

Kim's Upholstery Education

Fine Paints of Europe

Donna Hovis owns Donna Hovis Interiors, a one-woman drapery workroom serving Middle Tennessee for the past 18 years. Donna has an Associate's Degree in Interior Design and loves being involved in every aspect of her projects: from measuring to designing to fabrication to installation. Donna is on Facebook and Instagram. You can see Donna's published window treatments here in the Drapery & Design Digital Digest Links and Resources; (I do use some affiliate links) Drapery & Design Digital Digest Charles Randall's book is available for purchase from The Workroom Marketplace Sew What? Magazine issues are to PRO Plus Members in the Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library

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!

Susan Woodcock's Book - Singer(R) Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades, and Top Treatments: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide to Making and Installing Window Decor Stormie Omartian Books 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

Jenny Ellis is the owner of The Artful Chair. She spent her childhood in Ohio, then moved to Boca Raton, Florida in 1968, in a hurricane! After High School, she secured a scholarship at Texas Christian University where she studied Fashion Design, Clothing Construction and Textiles . Jenny was always a creative maker, even as a child she learned how to make pillows and crafty things, but she was very fond of textures and textiles. Initially, she thought she'd be in the fashion industry, making beautiful ball gowns and party dresses. And initially, she did. When she bought thier first house, Jenny started to look at those windows to be "dressed" ..you know how every homeowner does. She decided they must be easy to make, compared to the curvy complicated dresses and gowns she was doing. She set out to find out and decided to get her window treatment certification (WTCP) in South Florida at the Master's level. There she started "Designs by Jenny G" ( when Kenny G was popular, it was catchy) she found that window treatments and soft furnishings were way more lucrative and less stressful than dressmaking. in 2002 Jenny became Macy Furniture Store's window treatment specialist and they included her in their trips to High Point Furniture Market. Her eyes were opened. The creative ideas were just exploding. Jenny thought about how she could make high fashion chairs with her arsenal of dressmaking skills. Fast forward to a move to Asheville, NC in 2004, and she had the opportunity to, as her new husband called it, "reinvent herself". Jenny did try a few different things. Initially, she thought she would just do soft furnishings, and window treatments again, but she was not feeling the same about the market as she was in south Florida. Her husband then asked her the most memorable question: "What have I always wanted to do, but never had the opportunity to?" She told him her idea of upholstering beautiful artful chairs, like she made dresses, and told him about her vision from High Point Furniture Market. Her husband gave her the blessing to follow her passion and she enrolled in upholstery classes for 2 years at a local technical school. Then Jenny launched her crazy unique business, The Artful Chair in 2013, at age 57. It was definitely a niche; people never saw anything like it. Her creative chairs made everyone smile. She could have done "regular" upholstery because she understood the rules. She did the learning. But her vision was so different she thought she could create amazing upholstered furniture and sell it. Jenny had to push through a lot of barriers, and setbacks, but finally she found her ideal customers. This year Jenny is launching online learning classes of her most popular designs, as well as offering beginner basics. She is so excited to open up this wonderful, fun world of upholstery for creative DIYs everywhere. It's a long way from her dressmaking years, but she could not be any happier about the journey she has traveled. If you ask anyone in the upholstery industry, it is becoming a lost art or trade. Jenny is here to revive it in a big way. Jenny's Motto from Vincent Van Gogh:" Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist." Jenny is on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and TikTok 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!

Life Whimsy: How to Play, and Work More Creatively by Wendy Conklin 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

Sue Parten opened her workroom in 1985. She found that To-the-Trade was the best fit for her so she could be home with her kids, and she didn't have to continuously find new clients. Sue hired a business coach in 2009 when the economy crashed. She was working a 2 nd job to make ends meet and knew she needed to change things up. Her coach helped her look at her workroom as a business instead of a paycheck. Together they built systems and set goals so that someday, Sue could hand someone else the keys to the kingdom and ride off into the sunset! Donald Miller - Story Brand

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!

M. Scott Peck MD - The Road Less Traveled Rick Warren - The Purpose Driven Life

Judi Andersen Turner has been the owner/designer/fabricator for Domicil Design since 1992. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts, the University of Michigan, and explores many other art mediums including oil paints, 3D sculptures and other fiber art crafts. Throughout her time in business, she has organized networking groups, including Professional Sewing Association-Home Décor Workrooms (Cincinnati) and WCAA, holding President positions in chapters. Professional accomplishments include being a published contributor to Drapery & Design Professional trade magazine for several years, 2019 Artisan Project winner for WFCP Window Fashion, as well as networking and sharing knowledge with other professionals. Judi has some videos on YouTube that you can find here. Judi is on Instagram Links and Resources; 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

Thank you to my listeners for their kindness and loyalty and friendship!

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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

Diane Girty lives and operates New Skins Upholstery in Lasalle, Ontario, just south of Detroit. A 15-year veteran, she's known for her marine upholstery work, but also works with classic cars, golf carts, all-terrain vehicles, residential furniture, and such outdoor accessories as gazebos and cushions. Prior to this, Diane spent 32 years in accounting, ending that career as a major corporation's director of finance for Canada. She has two young-adult granddaughters who are learning the upholstery trade from her — one of whom has opened a shop in Edmonton — and loving it. Learn more about Diane on her Website or Instagram. Links and Resources; The Custom Workroom Conference Press and Snap

Susan Woodcock is an entrepreneur, educator, and spokesperson for the custom workroom industry. She owns Workroom Tech, a trade school in Tryon, N.C., and Home Dec Gal, a custom to-the-trade workroom. Susan and her husband Rodger Walker own and produce the Custom Workroom Conference. Susan is the author of Singer® Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades, and Top Treatments, and she produces the monthly podcast 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech in partnership with The Sew Much More Podcast. Susan is passionate about helping others realize their dreams of business ownership through education and mentoring. She is a member of the WCAA and NUA.

Susan mentioned the Cocktail Party with NUA at CWC. Here is a link to register for that event.

Lisa Moore is a true AZ native, born and raised. She began sewing at the age of three on her mom's lap, learning tailoring from her. Lisa ran a successful alterations business from home between 1994 and 2008, and during that time, discovered the home decor arena, where she began learning about soft furnishings. In 2009, Sew Classic, a full service workroom, was established. 2021 brought the opportunity to purchase Home Sewing Depot, a professional sewing and workroom supply business that is dedicated to providing professional grade notions, tools, and workroom supplies to the start up workrooms, and DIY community. She currently employs a staff of 3, and operates both businesses from her property in Glendale, AZ.

Lisa is a member of the Phoenix Association of Workroom Professionals, since 2013, where she is currently acting President. She is also a member of the Slipcover Network.

Links and Resources;

Michele Williams Pricing Without Emotion

Kitty Stein's Price Your Work with Confidence

Profit First by Mike Michalowicz

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!

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