Windows to Success IX
A full day program and vendor showcase
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club
20 Shore Oaks Drive
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club
20 Shore Oaks Drive
Farmingdale, NJ 07727
Our Speakers:
Kristin Drohan, one of America’s most versatile interior designers, offers complete design services and her own furniture line to elite clients throughout the country. Kristin, whose work has appeared in print and on-line publications nationwide, works with industry leaders of Fortune 500 companies, financial executives, technology company managers, doctors, corporate attorneys and other leading professionals from Boston to Atlanta.
Kristin’s furniture line, which features a collection of durable, eco-friendly pieces ranging from sofas and sectionals to beds, tables and chairs, is featured in high end showrooms across the country. The furniture is manufactured in Hickory, NC using natural, toxic-free materials.
Kristin’s furniture line, which features a collection of durable, eco-friendly pieces ranging from sofas and sectionals to beds, tables and chairs, is featured in high end showrooms across the country. The furniture is manufactured in Hickory, NC using natural, toxic-free materials.
Deborah Cronin has worked in the home decorating industry since 1986. Leatherwood Design Co. fabricates soft furnishings exclusively to the trade, and Deb's workroom projects and operations are documented in her blog, leatherwooddesignco.blogspot.com. Recently, Deborah has been enjoying sharing more about fabrication with other workroom professionals, teaching at venues such as the Custom Workroom Conference and the Custom Workroom Technical Center.
Rosemarie Garner is the owner of R Garner Custom Designs, LLC - a To the Trade custom window treatment design and fabrication firm serving the Northern New Jersey area since 2006. Along with keeping up with current trends with her membership in WCAA, Drapery and Design Pro network, and industry conferences, Rosemarie also teaches at the Custom Workroom Technical Center.
Rosemarie Garner is the owner of R Garner Custom Designs, LLC - a To the Trade custom window treatment design and fabrication firm serving the Northern New Jersey area since 2006. Along with keeping up with current trends with her membership in WCAA, Drapery and Design Pro network, and industry conferences, Rosemarie also teaches at the Custom Workroom Technical Center.
Morning SessionsDesigner’s Guide to Upholstery Anatomy
Kristin Drohan This course describes in detail the fabrication of high end upholstery made sustainably and with hypoallergenic construction methods. It gives the student the knowledge to decipher the complicated landscape of terminology used in the industry today for the sole intent of confusing the end user. It also provides information on the safety of the products being produced and how we should specify them. Earn CEU's for this course.
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Afternoon SessionsUpholstery Trends, Specifying & Selling
Kristin Drohan This course describes the current fabric, finish and frame trends in the design industry. It will provide tips on selling and specifying upholstery in a competitive market place. Finally, it gives the designer a working knowledge of terms and education to get that custom furniture ordered accurately.
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Resolving Challenges - From Designer's Vision to Installation
Deb Cronin and Rosemarie Garner |
Innovative Fabrication Techniques
Deb Cronin and Rosemarie Garner |
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Collaboration between the designer and a creative workroom is what makes the designer's vision a reality. Deb and Rose will share real-life solutions for achieving the designer's aesthetic goals, as well as creative options for installation constraints, such as working around molding or inside mount shades. In addition, they will address issues such as manipulating a relaxed roman shade silhouette and how to work with pattern. Not only will you see multiple shade samples, you'll also have an opportunity to discuss your own tricky scenarios. You'll go home with a fresh perspective and an arsenal of ideas that will help you solve your next challenge.
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Roman shades remain one of the hottest selling, most specified window fashion on the market. Rose and Deb will share solutions for roman shade design and fabrication challenges, addressing scenarios ranging from embellishment to choosing the right lift system. This session will include examples of Rosemarie's exquisite mitered banding and Deb's sheer shades. Other topics include working with room-darkening, ribs and interlining, and how to approach oversize shades.
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Event Schedule
8:30 - 9:30 Attendee Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:30 - 11:00 Morning Sessions - Attendees will choose one
11:00 - 12:30 Vendor Hall Open
12:30 - 1:30 Vendors and Attendees Sit Down for Lunch Together
1:30 - 3:00 Vendor Hall Open - Door Prize pick up
3:00 - 4:30 Afternoon Sessions - Attendees will choose one
9:30 - 11:00 Morning Sessions - Attendees will choose one
11:00 - 12:30 Vendor Hall Open
12:30 - 1:30 Vendors and Attendees Sit Down for Lunch Together
1:30 - 3:00 Vendor Hall Open - Door Prize pick up
3:00 - 4:30 Afternoon Sessions - Attendees will choose one
Space is limited and registration will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Registration Fee - WCAA NJ Chapter Members - $100
Must be a member in good standing in 2018 to take advantage of Member Pricing
Registration Fee - Guests - $150
Registration Closes April 25, 2018 - No Exceptions Will Be Made To This Policy
Registration Fee - WCAA NJ Chapter Members - $100
Must be a member in good standing in 2018 to take advantage of Member Pricing
Registration Fee - Guests - $150
Registration Closes April 25, 2018 - No Exceptions Will Be Made To This Policy