Curtain making course

[littljn]

I have made curtains for myself and would like to start a small business offering a curtain making service, however as I have had no formal training I feel it is important that I complete a professional curtain making course.

I live in Berkshire and am finding it difficult to find a course, all the ones I have found so far seem to be midlands based, which does not make it very easy for me. Can anyone recommend a course that is more local for me - I am not far from london so would consider travelling into London.

I have looked at the course run by the National Design Academy who offer Professional Curtain Making & Soft Furnishings' Diploma which can be done as a 'home study' course with an initial 'get started' 1 day tutorial. Has anyone got any experience of this, would you recommend this, or is it better to attend a course in person?

As well as gaining experience on making curtains I am also looking for advice on starting up the business, so if the course covers this also that would be great - probably asking too much though!!!

Thank you

Jane

[sharon]

curtain making

Hi

If you are going to be doing curtains professionally I would definately recommend going on a course - there will be loads of questions you need answering & the other students will have questions that you hadn't even thought of. You'll also pick up shortcuts from the tutor as well. Look on it as re-training for a different career - a course lasting 2 to 4 days should cost between £180 - £360 plus B&B of about £30-40 per night. You may be able to claim the cost of travel, course fees & lodgings (but not meals) against your tax return.

I did soft furnishings professionally for about 6 yrs & am so glad I went on a course to learn the techniques hands-on rather from a book. You can use the books as back up.

I would recommend either CFF (Cambridge Fine Furnishings) or Merrick & Day for courses, & Merrick & Day's Encyclopedia of Curtains as a reference book. Be careful when you go on the courses that you don't go mad & buy loads of books - you don't need them!

Good Luck

Sharon

[Critchley]

Nice to see you here. Know what you mean about being professional. I make curtains for myself and friends - straight up and down ones but start talking about swags and thats me off. You will get some good advice here.

[knitnstitchsue]

Professional Curtain Making & Soft Furnishings Course from the National Design Academy

A friend completed it last year. She's been sewing for many years, but she said it taught her a lot.

[leannafowler]

i think its better to attend a course in person but if it doesn't fit your schedule then home study is a great option for you.

[Flamboyant]

curtain making course

Hi Jane, just stumbled upon your post and was wondering if were still interested in mastering how to make bespoke curtains. I deliver short, 1-2-1 classes at my London based home studio. I'm an experienced soft furnisher and have been in the industry for almost 18 years. If you would like to run a curtain making industry, then I can help you with the necessary skills and advice. Remember, I can tailor lessons to meet your requirements.
Get in touch if you would like to discuss further

Best Wishes

Rosina

I have made curtains for myself and would like to start a small business offering a curtain making service, however as I have had no formal training I feel it is important that I complete a professional curtain making course.

I live in Berkshire and am finding it difficult to find a course, all the ones I have found so far seem to be midlands based, which does not make it very easy for me. Can anyone recommend a course that is more local for me - I am not far from london so would consider travelling into London.

I have looked at the course run by the National Design Academy who offer Professional Curtain Making & Soft Furnishings' Diploma which can be done as a 'home study' course with an initial 'get started' 1 day tutorial. Has anyone got any experience of this, would you recommend this, or is it better to attend a course in person?

As well as gaining experience on making curtains I am also looking for advice on starting up the business, so if the course covers this also that would be great - probably asking too much though!!!

Thank you

Jane

[harpermagic]

What basic equipment can you recommend for curtain making, going to give it a go

[Classical Genesis]

Tools for curtain making

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[SofiaGmail]

Many courses have been started nowadays for the decoration of the home by the use of curtains.