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Double Pleated Turkish Corner Pillow
Double Pleated Turkish Corner Pillow By Susan Woodcock I recently had a request for this style of pillow and I couldn't find any...

Susan Woodcock
Jan 9, 20242 min read
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Expedited, Low-Bulk Pleated Drapery Method
There are many different methods for fabricating draperies. This method is perfect for when a quick turn around is needed.

Susan Woodcock
Jun 3, 20203 min read
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Bound Edges with Curves and Corners
Yes, you can sew binding that wraps around inside and outside corners with a mitered fold on the front and back!

Susan Woodcock
Dec 10, 20192 min read
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Easy Christmas Stocking Sewing Project
Making Christmas stockings is a fun sewing project, and a great way to use scrap pieces of fabric and trim. See the instructions to learn h

Susan Woodcock
Dec 8, 20191 min read
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New Online Course! Handcrafted Interlined Draperies at The Workroom Channel
I am excited to share my new online course produced by The Workroom Channel. In this class I share my techniques for making custom...

Susan Woodcock
Jul 6, 20191 min read
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Pleated Drapery with Attached Valance
Draperies are more popular than ever. This style stays on-trend by combining a Euro pleated drapery with an attached valance....

Susan Woodcock
Apr 16, 20191 min read
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Pillow Flange with Cutouts
Pillows with a small, flat flange detail are very popular, and a pretty option instead of using welt cord. A pillow flange is created by...

Susan Woodcock
Dec 20, 20181 min read
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Buckram Fold Shade: with Lining and Interlining and Transparent Buckram
Did you see the Buckram-Fold Blackout shade method that I shared in July? It's been a huge success for the workroom owners who have tried...

Susan Woodcock
Sep 7, 20182 min read
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CEU Course in San Jose, California: Window Treatment Harmony
Join me for "Window Treatments: Harmony in Design, Fabric, Color & Hardware", Thursday, September 6, 2018 at the San Jose Marriott, San...

Susan Woodcock
Aug 4, 20181 min read
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Introducing a NEW Blackout Roman Shade Method!
This is my 30th year as a workroom professional and you would think I have seen it all, learned it all and tried it all! Well, there's...

Susan Woodcock
Jul 11, 20183 min read
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CEU Course in Philadelphia, PA: Window Treatment Harmony
Join me for "Window Treatments: Harmony in Design, Fabric, Color & Hardware", Thursday, July 31, 2018 at the Philadelphia Marriott West,...

Susan Woodcock
Jun 13, 20181 min read
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How-To Sew a Round, Boxed Pillow
Round pillows are not as popular as square and rectangle shapes, but occasionally a circular pillow can add a point of interest, or show...

Susan Woodcock
Apr 23, 20183 min read
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CEU Course in Phoenix, AZ: Window Treatment Harmony
Join me for "Window Treatments: Harmony in Design, Fabric, Color & Hardware", May 15, 2018 at the Royal Palms Resort & Spa, 5200 East...

Susan Woodcock
Apr 20, 20181 min read
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Boxed Pillow with Inset Pleated Flange
This pillow features an inset flange, which is placed on the front of the pillow, instead of being sewn in the seam on the outside edges....

Susan Woodcock
Mar 21, 20181 min read
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CEU Course in Boston Area: Window Treatment Harmony
Join me for "Window Treatments: Harmony in Design, Fabric, Color & Hardware", April 30th, 2018 at the Boston Marriott Newton, 2345...

Susan Woodcock
Mar 2, 20181 min read
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Motorized Roman Shades
Motorized window treatments are not a new idea. The option to hard wire or have plug-in motors on draperies and shades has been an...

Susan Woodcock
Jan 28, 20181 min read
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2018 Custom Workroom Conference
The 2018 Custom Workroom Conference and Marketplace will be October 1-3, 2018 at the beautiful, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center, 299...

Susan Woodcock
Jul 20, 20172 min read
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New School for Workrooms
Hello, I am proud to share one of the most exciting announcements of my career in the workroom industry; my husband Rodger Walker and I...

Susan Woodcock
Apr 21, 20171 min read
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Drapery Class in St. Paul, MN
Custom Drapery Design, Fabrication and Inspiration with Susan Woodcock Saturday, June 24, 2017, 10:00 am - 4:00pm Hosted by Cynthia...

Susan Woodcock
Mar 12, 20171 min read
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My New Book is Now Available!
Hello, I am happy to share that my new book Singer(R) Sewing Custom Curtains, Shades and Top Treatments is now available. The book...

Susan Woodcock
Oct 3, 20162 min read
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