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Premier hands-on & online training for window treatments, upholstery & soft furnishings — taught by industry pros. Level up your craft! 🧵✨

Custom Workroom Technical Center or "Workroom Tech" is a training facility dedicated to the custom workroom industry with hands-on and online classes for window treatments and soft furnishings. Classes are offered for all skill levels, whether you would like to learn to sew home decor and start a workroom business, or are an established professional seeking to hone your skills. Workroom Tech is owned and operated by Susan Woodcock and Rodger Walker, owners of Home Dec Gal and producers of Custom Workroom Conference. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Tryon, NC, Workroom Tech is at the center of a charming town, within easy walking distance of restaurants, shops and galleries. Sign up for the Workroom Tech email list to receive the latest news about workroom education using this link: http://eepurl.com/cLEWO1

10/03/2026

Kevin and Jonathan had a great time exhibiting at Custom Workroom Conference in Erie, PA. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello and learn more about upcoming classes. Next year's CWC will be in Spotsylvania, Virginia at the new Kalahari Resort, September 27-29. It's close to Richmond and we plan to be there!
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09/25/2026

We're excited to be going to Erie, PA for Custom Workroom Conference. Stop by to see us in booth 30-31 during the Exhibitor Marketplace on Tuesday, September 29 to learn about upcoming classes and take home a free gift for stopping by! Jonathan Bennett is teaching classes during on Monday and during the Education Station on Tuesday. We look forward to seeing you there!

09/21/2026

Turn your needlepoint or special linen into a finished pillow in this two-day workshop with Jonathan Bennett - Oct 21-22 in Richmond, VA. Learn blocking, fabric pairing, machine handling, and finishing options so your work can shine!

https://wix.to/gANIdCG

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09/16/2026

It's and time for another episode of The Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech.
Ceil DiGuglielmo and Susan Woodcock have been in the workroom industry for a long time and have accumulated a lot of tips and advice. Whether it’s a sewing tip that saved the day or business advice that built confidence, they credit the teachers, mentors, and friends who helped them in their businesses and are sharing the information to help others.

The people mentioned in this episode include:
Jeanelle Dech
Susan's mother, Irene Eagles
Ann Klingshirn Johnson
Margie Nance
Michele Broughton Williams
Elki Susana Horn
Penny Bruce
Kathy Maddox
Debbie Duke Williamson
Peggy Morgans
Terri Booser
Zona Lynch Tiller
Caleb Snead
Jill Plummer Stanbro Hughes
Carlette Cormier
Susan Lankenau
Laurie Medford

There are many more things to share from so many more people. The workroom industry truly is a sharing community!

You can listen here: https://www.workroomtech.com/post/30-minutes-with-workroom-tech-episode-115-thank-you-to-the-teachers-top-ten-tips-and-advice

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09/11/2026

Want professional-grade cornices for your windows? Join Robin Matthews Nov 4-5, 2026 for a hands-on Skeleton Frame Cornices class! Learn frame construction, padding, fabric application, and installation - all at a beginning level.

Register: https://wix.to/nLY8b6s 🧵🪚🎓

09/03/2026

Got a minute? We'd love to know what your ideal learning experience looks like!

Share your thoughts on class topics and preferred formats like single-day workshops or multi-day courses in our quick 60-second survey. Your input helps us create the best possible classes for our community.

https://forms.gle/HE6N9a91Jkfe9ysg6

08/31/2026

Discover your next passion or expand your workroom's offerings with our latest class selection! Find the perfect course to kickstart your journey. We can't wait to see you!

Classes: https://wix.to/DibV41t

08/26/2026

No more red! Work in progress at our new building in Richmond VA. More to come!

08/19/2026

It's and time for another episode of Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech.

On this episode, Ceil DiGuglielmo and Susan Woodcock talk about roman shade ribs. Listen to learn about the different types of ribs and why, when and how to use them for your roman shade projects.

Check out the Workroom Tech blog for the podcast recording and more information about making roman shades with ribs. www.workroomtech.com/blog-podcast (we have added the link in the comments below)

Do you use roman shade ribs? What is your favorite way to add ribs to shades?

08/02/2026

We had a great two days of learning, sharing and fun with a fantastic group of talented people. Thank you all! The Shades & Shades event was a huge success.

Address

4730 Wistar Road
Richmond, VA
23228

Telephone

+18288592854

Website

http://www.WorkroomTech.com/

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