pam damour, The Decorating Diva is back! Not only does she offer professional drapery workroom training to the trade, she is co-author of Pillow Talk, author of Cheaper by the Dozen, host of her own web-TV show, At Home with the Decorating Diva on sewontv.com and home dec expert for Sew News. www.pamdamour.com
New Tricks for Old Quilts: Trunk Show
An interior designer by profession and quilter by passion, Pam Damour spent too much time and money starting quilt projects that she didn’t like enough to finish, so off to storage they went. Now, Pam is pulling out those quilts and teaching her old quilts some new tricks! See how to cut up quilts to make fabulous bedskirts, headboard covers, pillow shams, tablecloths, chair covers, window treatments, placemats and more!
Fashion Arts Stage – Fri 10:30 . Sat 9:30
Pillows: From Rags to Riches
Learn the secret of turning a $20 pillow into a $200 pillow! What’s the difference? It’s all in the embellishments and finishing touches! Learn how to achieve many coveted finishes and embellishments for your home decorating projects. Learn about ruching, welting, single welting, pleated trim, mitres, installing zippers and more! Pam shares tips on how to use all your accessory feet, while she wows you with some of her latest projects!
Vancouver Room – Fri 1:30
Slipcover Magic
Before you begin your project, you’ll need to determine whether your piece is a good candidate for a slipcover or is upholstery the best way to go? Drawing from over 30 years of experience, Pam shares the dos and don’ts of slipcovers. See how to cut, and sew your slipcover before you tackle your own projects!
Vancouver Room – Fri 3:30
Easy Metal Embossing
Metal embossing is an age-old art that’s easy and fun. Discover the basics of metal embossing while Pam explains the symbolisms in Spanish Milagros. Learn what tools, materials and other supplies are required and the embossing techniques needed to create your own heirlooms.
Vancouver Room – Fri 6:30
Easy Custom Cornices
Upholstered Cornice boxes are the perfect topper to any window. If you love decorating AND using power tools, then this is the session for you! See how to make cornices with shaped bottoms and half cornices with curved projections. Watch Pam as she shows you how to bend and shape boards, finish edges, and embellish professionally.
Vancouver Room – Sat 1:30
Metal Embossing (On-going Activity)
Here’s a chance to try and learn the age-old art of metal embossing as Pam Damour shares all about the symbolisms in Spanish Milagros. $5 Material Fee.
The Decorating Diva – Booth #124