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453 - Deb Barrett - I've Been Appointment Driven My Whole Life

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Release Date: 02/23/2025

515 - Sohn Lewis - I Love Sharing What I Know show art 515 - Sohn Lewis - I Love Sharing What I Know

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Over his 40+-year career, Sohn Lewis has reupholstered thousands of pieces of furniture and other items, including antiques, walls, and automobile and boat interiors. One of his more notable projects includes upholstering hundreds of replicated seats for the 2000s renovation of Ford’s Theatre in Washington, D.C. His work also appears in the Smithsonian Institution, a few embassies, and the Maryland governor’s office, Senate chambers, and statehouse. He’s done work for Joseph Furniture Restoration (Columbia), Johnson Berman (Baltimore), Ibello Upholstery (Baltimore), and Iatesta Studio...

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514 - The Conversations We Avoid (and Why They Cost Us More Than We Think) show art 514 - The Conversations We Avoid (and Why They Cost Us More Than We Think)

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513 - Listener Favorite - Heidi Yoder show art 513 - Listener Favorite - Heidi Yoder

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Heidi Wenger Yoder is the owner of  Interiors in Harrisonburg, VA. which is celebrating 20 years of operation.  Heidi's husband, Brent, is an invaluable member of her team as chief installer and cornice board fabricator.  Her three teenage children pitch in on occasion as directors of recycling, dust bunny chasing, and van loading. Heidi is passionate about helping her clients live more fully in their homes and creating beauty in the process.   and    The website below is currently under construction by Kate the Socialite and should be up and running soon My...

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512 - The Skill That Has Nothing to Do with Sewing show art 512 - The Skill That Has Nothing to Do with Sewing

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511 - Rachel Bristow - This Is Not Shoe Money - You're Going to Make Big Money show art 511 - Rachel Bristow - This Is Not Shoe Money - You're Going to Make Big Money

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Rachel Bristow has been married to her husband, Victor, for 16 years, and together they share a large and close-knit family of 11 children and 13 grandchildren. She has owned her business, Creative Cousins Sewing for 12 years, transitioning to full-time drapery work over the past two years. Sewing is deeply rooted in her background—she comes from a long line of skilled seamstresses. Her mother, a gifted bridal specialist, had an exceptional talent for altering any type of garment. After becoming a widow, she learned tailoring from her mother as a way to support her six children. That...

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510 - Ruti Wajnberg - My Heart is in Restoring Things That Already Exist in the World show art 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 show art 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 show art 508 - The Technology Fail Sandwich and What It Taught Me

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507 - Abby Glassenberg -I Am a Very Project Oriented Person show art 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 show art 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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Deb Barrett is an accomplished, prolific and highly regarded authority in the design industry with a varied background and experience. A fascination with what's around the corner and the constant search for inspiration has led to her current roles in the design industry.
•     As an award-winning designer and Principal in Window Dressings, Deb Barrett has built a reputation for cutting edge couture treatments and soft furnishings
•     As an educator, Deb is a recognized design authority and thought leader. She is a frequent speaker for a variety of industry events. She has championed design education and innovation throughout her career; developing and producing CEU accredited educational events under her brand.  
•     As a consultant, Deb provides insights, intelligence and lateral inspiration across a broad range of products and services within the design.
•     As a design guide, Deb has been hosting Décor Tours to international trade shows for design professionals for over a decade.  
 
Speaker, Consultant and Coach | Deb Barrett
Window Fashion Expert | Designer  
Design Guide to the World's Markets| Decor Tours
 
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