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Deep Tufting Upholstery

November 26, 2013 by Maxine Harper

2 Day Program Participate in this advanced class to expand upholstery skills and product offerings. Students learn the two-line method of deep tufting while creating a small flat deep tufted sample. Students practice techniques to space holes, join fabrics, and adjust for…

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Professional Window Treatment Fabrication II

November 23, 2013 by Maxine Harper

5Day Class Professional fabrication methods are further explored in this fast paced course. Each student completes an embellishment sample incorporating techniques for straight and mitered banding, welt cord, and twisted braid cord. They also complete a straight box-pleat valance, a basic swag…

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WT101-Professional Window Treatment Fabrication I

October 26, 2013 by Maxine Harper

5 Day Program This comprehensive course provides the foundation for custom window treatment fabrication. Students learn how to use professional tools and equipment while they construct four fundamental window treatment styles: rod pocket panels, pinch pleated panels, stationary balloon shades and Roman…

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WT611-Advanced Swag Engineering with Ann K. Johnson

May 1, 2013 by Maxine Harper

2 Day Program The swag pattern is an engineering work of art, but it is often the most intimidating element of a window treatment design. Referencing Ann K. Johnson’s books The Professional Workroom Handbook of Swags, Volumes 1 & 2, Ann demystifies…

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SL101/201 – Professional Slipcover Fabrication

October 17, 2012 by Maxine Harper

5Day Class Prerequisite: View Fit-Like-A-Glove Slipcovers™ DVD (available through the CHF Academy Store) This class offers a thorough, hands-on overview of the reverse-pin method for Fit-Like-A-Glove slipcovers. Students learn the art and skill while completing two beautiful slipcovers that are suitable for…

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Does the thread keep breaking on your industrial sewing machine? Try this tip

January 8, 2007 by Maxine Harper

One of our CHF Network forum members was asking why her thread keeps breaking every few inches on her industrial machine. To solve this problem there is an often overlooked solution that involves the feed dog plate. Remove the feed dog plate…

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One Year Anniversary Sale!

December 13, 2006 by Maxine Harper

Can you believe that the CHF Academy is celebrating it’s one year anniversary under the new ownership of Margie and Andy Nance? We had a great year and would like to offer our Network Members new and old some great deals on…

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NEW! Video lessons from the pros.

May 12, 2006 by Maxine Harper

CHF launches their new video series. Last Sunday, Mike, Donna and Connie spent the afternoon in my guest room filming the first of many new step by step videos. The series will include basic treatments along with many former CHF conference favorites….

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What is The Custom Home Furnishings Academy?

May 12, 2006 by Maxine Harper

The CHF Academy is a career training school that prepares students to work in the interior design services field. The Academy is located at 13900-F South Lakes Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273. Our new facility includes over 10,000 square feet of full…

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