510 - Ruti Wajnberg - My Heart is in Restoring Things That Already Exist in the World
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Ruti is a Brooklyn-based upholsteress and the founder of Find The Thread Upholstery. Known for her bold use of color and pattern, she helps clients fall back in love with the furniture they already own, transforming pieces in a way that feels joyful and personal. Her process is designed to be approachable and low-stress, while keeping quality furniture out of the landfill through thoughtful, design-forward restoration. You can see her work or . The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by;
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509 - Listener Favorite - Dennis Locke
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Dennis Locke is a 3rd generation furniture upholsterer in Greenville, Tx. Serving the Dallas area. He came into the family business as a child, and has doing it professionally for over 40 years. Dennis took over the business in ‘97, when his mother passed. He does commercial and residential furniture, as well as specializing in repair and foam replacement. You can find Dennis at . For some insight into Dennis's writing ability, be sure to visit his The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by; ...
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508 - The Technology Fail Sandwich and What It Taught Me
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507 - Abby Glassenberg -I Am a Very Project Oriented Person
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Abby Glassenberg is the co-founder and president of , the trade association for the crafts industry. The organization has over 2,000 members in all different sectors. She’s also a sewing pattern designer, teacher, and journalist. Abby lives in Wellesley, Massachusetts with her husband, three children, and a rescue dog named Steve. You can reach Abby at Abby is on
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506 - Listener Favorite - Whitney Kaufman
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Whitney Kaufman is the owner of Whitney Kaufman Designs in Grand Rapids, MI. Whitney is a busy wife and mother of four teenagers. As a teacher turned stay-at-home-mom she began sewing shortly after her oldest daughter was born, and for years she enjoyed sewing Halloween costumes for her brood. Over the years she tried her hand at making both Roman shades and quilts. At the suggestion of some friends, she began looking into ways to turn her passion for sewing and decorating into a career. In December 2020 she opened Whitney Kaufman Designs. Whitney quickly jumped on the opportunity to...
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505 - Hollie Rich - I Finally Feel Comfortable with My Place in this World
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Hollie Rich is the president and founder of , a concierge service for people decorating without the help of a professional interior designer. Hollie believes good design is for everyone, so her mission is to break down barriers design enthusiasts face when decorating on their own. She provides expert guidance, and helps them procure to-the-trade products that will make their homes feel special. Hollie is on and Resources and Links; The Sew Much More Podcast is sponsored by;
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504 - OPPORTUNITY THINKING SERIES with Hope Arbery
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With over two decades of experience as a workroom owner, Hope Arbery understands the reality of running a custom workroom - the long hours, the pricing uncertainty, and the pressure to get everything right. She founded , a software built for workrooms that streamlines and automates quoting, work orders, and project management all in one place so workroom owners can stop carrying around details in their heads, and finally work with clarity instead of chaos. Hope's focus is equipping workrooms to not just survive, but thrive in today's modern business world with confidence, professionalism, and...
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503 - Ann Mautz - This Is All I've Ever Known and All I've Ever Done
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Ann Mautz is the owner of Madison Avenue Designs and lives in Chillicothe, Ohio, approximately 45 miles south of Columbus. She has been in business since 1984 and holds an Associate degree in Interior Design. Ann has built her career working primarily from her home, offering retail services that include hard goods, custom window treatments, and bedding. In 1994, she expanded her business to include upholstery, and today her workroom is located in a dedicated space attached to her garage. Her business is predominantly retail-focused, and she specializes in in-home consultations, allowing her to...
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502 - Will Hanke - Hire People Smarter Than You
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Will Hanke has two passions: supporting our US veterans and helping window treatment and awning businesses tell their story online – providing them with increased exposure, more customers, and higher revenues. For over twenty-seven years he has helped mom & pops, startups, and multi-million dollar companies with their digital marketing strategies. Will hosts monthly online training events and has spoken at conferences across the US on a wide variety of topics from analytics to lead generation through his company, Window Treatment Marketing Pros. Will teaches and helps these business...
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501 - Opportunity Thinking Series with Riana LeJeune
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Riana LeJeune is an award-winning upholsterer, entrepreneur, and founder of , a nationally recognized workroom known for preserving craftsmanship while pushing the industry forward. With over a decade in the skilled trades, Riana has built one of the country’s first registered upholstery apprenticeship programs and is passionate about elevating artisan work through education, sustainability, and fair pricing. She’s also the founder of Renewabl, a tech platform helping furniture professionals visualize design, close sales with confidence, and build more profitable businesses. Riana...
info_outlineAngie Seekamp is the owner of St. Hyacinth Custom Drapery in Celina, Texas. With a background in painting and studio arts, Angie transitioned from a career in luxury cosmetics and skin care to entrepreneurship. After helping her husband establish his boutique law practice, she became a full-time stay-at-home mom following the birth of their daughter. A lifelong lover of knitting, sewing, and crochet, Angie now channels her creativity into her drapery business which she opened in December of 2023. In her free time she enjoys entertaining, tablescaping, and spending time with friends and family.
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