The Pam Damour Window Treatment & Teacher Certification Boot Camp

Objective: To train fellow professionals my drapery workroom techniques obtained in my 29+ years of industry experience. These techniques are the same taught at drapery trade shows and at workroom trainings. My program has a 9-year track record with professional sewers and educators. Many self- taught trades’ people have been through drapery schools and found it very beneficial to their businesses. I’ll see you at Boot Camp!

Here are some of the “Frequently Asked Questions” about Boot Camp”

• Where is Boot Camp, and how do I get there?
  Just fly into Burlington VT, and I’ll pick you up.

• Where do I stay? Are there any hotels in your area? 
  You stay with me, at my home.

• What about meals? 
  I feed you. . .very well!

• What’s included in my tuition? 
  All your kits, meals, and accommodations are included.

• Do I need to bring my sewing machine? 
  No, I have high end sewing machines and all the sewing tools you’ll need.

Agenda

Day One: 9:00-5:00
Understanding the concept of professional fabrication
• Mathematical formulas for calculating yardage
• Measuring for custom interiors
• Avoiding common mistakes made by beginners

Lunch

• The Right Tool for the Job!
• Hands-on Professional Techniques workshop

Take home quiz

Day Two: 9:00-5:00
• Review of day one, quiz review
• Rod Run treatment designing
• Rod Run treatment pattern drafting

Lunch

• Rod Run valance fabrication
• Installation and Dressing
• Repeat with new design

Day Three: 9:00-5:00
• Review of day two
• Board mount & cornice window treatment designing
• Shaped cornices & board shaping

Lunch

• Board mount valance fabrication
• Installation, Dressing
• Repeat with new design

Day Four: 9:00-5:00
• Drapery construction
• Fabrication
• Mounting & installation
• Swag pattern drafting review Final exam Graduation Dinner Awards, photos, round table discussion of program evaluation

Departure & Good-bye hugs!

Our sewing retreat teaches skilled sewers professional drapery courses.  We also have a professional DIY sewing book.  The DIY sewing patterns book teaches sewing professionals tips, techniques, which patterns to use, and much more including detailed information and full colored pictures.