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    Expedited, Low-Bulk Pleated Drapery Method
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jun 3, 2020
    • 3 min

    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.
    884 views0 comments
    Bound Edges with Curves and Corners
    Susan Woodcock
    • Dec 10, 2019
    • 2 min

    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!
    426 views0 comments
    Boxed Pillow with Inset Pleated Flange
    Susan Woodcock
    • Mar 21, 2018
    • 1 min

    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....
    1,247 views0 comments
    Motorized Roman Shades
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jan 28, 2018
    • 1 min

    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...
    1,333 views0 comments
    Hidden Tack Pleats
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jun 5, 2016
    • 2 min

    Hidden Tack Pleats

    Traditionally, drapery pleats are tacked by machine, or hand stitched after the pleat has been sewn vertically in the top heading. I...
    2,682 views0 comments
    Home Dec Gal will be Published!
    Susan Woodcock
    • Mar 15, 2015
    • 2 min

    Home Dec Gal will be Published!

    I am excited to share that I have signed a contract with a publisher to write a custom window treatments book, sponsored by Singer. It...
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    Shaped Soft Cornice
    Susan Woodcock
    • Mar 4, 2015
    • 3 min

    Shaped Soft Cornice

    Cornice boards are usually made of wood and while they are a beautiful style and fun to construct and upholster, they can be quite heavy...
    763 views0 comments
    Sewing Pleats in Draperies
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jul 22, 2014
    • 1 min

    Sewing Pleats in Draperies

    One of the challenges of creating custom curtains and draperies is calculating the pleats and spaces to fit the hardware used at the...
    490 views0 comments
    Eliminating Pesky Pin Holes of Light
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jun 3, 2014
    • 3 min

    Eliminating Pesky Pin Holes of Light

    What are pin holes of light? Blackout lining is made by coating a base material with layers of acrylic foam. This blocks light but when...
    2,243 views0 comments
    Bold and Easy Appliqué Pillow
    Susan Woodcock
    • Sep 9, 2013
    • 2 min

    Bold and Easy Appliqué Pillow

    This eye-catching pillow is made using Coats Phoomph for Fabric, for a fast and easy appliqué. Isn't it amazing how one pillow can make...
    73 views0 comments
    Pulling Threads for a Straight Cut
    Susan Woodcock
    • Sep 3, 2013
    • 2 min

    Pulling Threads for a Straight Cut

    It is important to cut fabrics square and straight. You can mark cuts using long rulers and t-squares but often the fabric is slippery,...
    538 views0 comments
    Burlap and Linen Drapery with Faux Leather Tabs
    Susan Woodcock
    • Aug 15, 2013
    • 5 min

    Burlap and Linen Drapery with Faux Leather Tabs

    Do you remember tab-top draperies? Quaint curtains made of calico or muslin for historic homes or country decor? Well, tab-top curtains...
    187 views0 comments
    Pattern Matching with Iron-On Tape
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jul 23, 2013
    • 2 min

    Pattern Matching with Iron-On Tape

    Pattern matching is a detail that sets custom work apart from lesser quality products. In this tutorial you will learn an easy way to...
    195 views0 comments
    Cloth Napkins with Mitered Hems
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jul 6, 2013
    • 3 min

    Cloth Napkins with Mitered Hems

    I love to use cloth napkins for everyday meals at the kitchen table, or as an elegant touch at special dinners with china and crystal on...
    1,138 views1 comment
    Fabric Grommets
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jun 25, 2013
    • 3 min

    Fabric Grommets

    Grommet top curtains (or draperies) are very popular. They are clean, simple and require less fabric than pleated curtains. Plus...
    194 views0 comments
    Twine Tufted Outdoor Pillow
    Susan Woodcock
    • Jun 21, 2013
    • 3 min

    Twine Tufted Outdoor Pillow

    Summer is here and it's time to decorate the deck, porch, pation or poolside! Sewing simples square outdoor pillows is easy, and the...
    50 views0 comments

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