446 - Victoria Hammond - In This Industry, People Really Do Want to Help Each Other
Release Date: 01/05/2025
527 - Jeanelle Dech and Ceil DiGuglielmo Rapid Fire Questions
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The book that talked about knowing when you would die is called The Measure by Nikki Erlich. The card game that Jeanelle used to ask the questions is LikeU. The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by;
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526 - Listener Favorite - Susan Gee
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Susan Gee is the owner of Susan Gee Interiors in Oswego, Oregon. Susan has a degree in textiles from the University of Oregon and has been making beautiful window treatments since 1996. A few breaks in her home-based business to take care of some family needs has not stopped her from keeping her connections and relationships in the Interior Design Industry. Susan loves a challenge and her tagline is, "Helping you Love where you Live!" Links and Resources; The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; ...
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525 - The Sew Much More Book Shelf
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524 -Nicole Bedard - I Always Loved Documenting Life
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Nicole Bedard is a brand photographer, video storyteller, and educator specializing in visual storytelling for makers, artists, and creative business owners. Through photography, video, and social media strategy, she helps businesses showcase the craftsmanship and stories behind their work in a way that builds connection and visibility online. Nicole is on Links and Resources; The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by;
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523 - Irina Otto - Every Single Piece Commands and Demands Something Different
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Irina Otto is the owner of , a licensed and bonded California contractor specializing in luxury custom draperies, shades, motorization, bedding, and soft furnishings. With more than 22 years of experience, she has built her business from a small garage operation into a respected full-service firm serving high-end residential projects. Known for blending artistry with technical expertise, Irina is passionate about elevating the window treatment industry and redefining it as both a skilled trade and an art form. She remains actively involved in every stage of a project, from design...
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522 - Listener Favorite - Carrie Brantley
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In 2013, Carrie bought her first sewing machine to begin making décor items for her home. Having always been crafty, this was another creative outlet for her and she soon fell in love with creating beautiful items out of fabric. A year later, Carrie took her sewing skills to the next level by opening her own creative design business, Studio B Custom Drapery & Decor. Links and Resources;
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521 - The Industry is Changing and So Are We
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520 - Listener Favorite with Theresa Harmon
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Theresa Harmon is a graphic designer turned one-woman drapery and soft furnishings workroom. She loves transforming beautiful fabric into custom creations not found in the mass retail market. Theresa works with retail clients, a handful of decorators, and her daughter Lee, owner/designer at , and her other daughter Nivette who is her project manager. Her husband is her admin, on-site measurer, foam cutter, bookkeeper and tax man. Theresa grew up with an artistic mother who kept her supplied with a plethora of arts and crafts kits. She learned to sew at summer camp and through middle...
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519 - Denise Dalton - I Am the Eternal Optimist!
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Born and raised in England, Denise pursued studies in child development and education following her primary schooling. Throughout her life, her dual passions for sewing and childcare have been enduring themes. Today, she is the proud mother of four and a blessed Nana to seven. Life is a gift, and has a way of taking us along a journey that evolves and Denise has learned to embrace that journey through the good times and the challenging times. Denise’s love for sewing began in childhood, inspired by her mother’s sewing classes and school curriculum in England. What started as a...
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518 - In Memory of Sam Sloan
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info_outlineVictoria Hammond is the founder and owner of Master Soft Furnishers, established in 2001, specializing in soft furnishings and interior design. Her award-winning enterprise is internationally renowned for training over a thousand individuals in the professional making of soft furnishings, many of whom have gone on to establish and successfully run their own businesses.
Passionate about her craft, Victoria combines skills passed down through generations in her family with extensive industry experience. She is dedicated to preserving traditional sewing techniques while inspiring and supporting students at her Academy to achieve their creative and professional goals.
At the Academy, students can choose from a variety of in-person certified courses, ranging from a one-day Roman blinds (shades) workshop to a comprehensive 17-day Diploma in Professional Curtain Making & Soft Furnishings. All courses are delivered in a welcoming and inspiring training environment. Additionally, the Academy offers professionally filmed, user-friendly online certified courses that provide thorough and accessible instruction. The Academy also hosts visiting tutors who teach their own specialities, further enriching the learning experience.
You can contact Victoria by email - hello@softfurnishers.com.
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