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Join us for an information packed seminar with window fashion expert, Cheryl Meiklejohn of Rainbow Draperies Ltd., Edmonton, Alberta Canada
In this 3 hour session, we will be looking at all those details that go into designing beautiful custom window fashions. Which fabrics should be used for draperies, which fabrics are better used for valances, bedding or upholstery? How will different types of fabric hang? What kind of lining should be used? Is it important that the room be blackout or does your customer want light filtering. You will see all the different types of lining and why one is used over the other. You'll also learn:
All of these decisions must be made before your customer’s dream becomes a reality. You are the professional who can make this happen and this is the course that can give you the tools you need!
In this 3 hour session, we will be looking at all those details that go into designing beautiful custom window fashions. Which fabrics should be used for draperies, which fabrics are better used for valances, bedding or upholstery? How will different types of fabric hang? What kind of lining should be used? Is it important that the room be blackout or does your customer want light filtering. You will see all the different types of lining and why one is used over the other. You'll also learn:
- What style of drape is suitable for the application/design - stationary or functional.
- The best place to mount/install window fashions
- What hardware is best for the overall function and style of the room
- Whether to use rings or a channel rod
All of these decisions must be made before your customer’s dream becomes a reality. You are the professional who can make this happen and this is the course that can give you the tools you need!
About our Speaker
Cheryl fell in love with sewing at the age of 8, when she began sewing with her grandmother. She set up and managed her own custom drapery business, where she became an expert in selling, sewing and installing window treatments. Eventually she went to work for a much larger specialty textile manufacturing company, Rainbow Draperies, which she now owns!
In business for over 22 years, Cheryl has consulted with countless interior designers/decorators on the best styles, fabrics and linings for their specific projects. She loves sharing her expertise and has been teaching seminars exclusively for designers on the foundations of window treatments since 2007. A published author, Cheryl blends her vast knowledge with her unique sense of humor to the window coverings industry.
This three hour course is FREE to WCAA NJ Members. The fee for guests is $75.00. Light refreshments will be served.