The Sew Much More Podcast

19/08/2024

It was a delight to talk with Shree Sapre from Folds & Drapes and hear her enthusiasm for our industry. The future looks bright with people like Shree and with the networking and mentoring she has received. We talk about all of that in today's podcast! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/426-shree-sapre-each-step-forward-is-a-victory-in-itself?tdest_id=3014303

15/08/2024

The newest edition of the Drapery $ Design Digital Digest is published and is ready to read! It’s free and full of beautiful photos and helpful information for your soft furnishings business!

12/08/2024

In this Opportunity Thinking Episode of the Podcast, I get to talk with Michele Williams about PRICING!!! It's always an important topic and Michele has some news about her ever popular Pricing Without Emotion class. I always learn something from Michele and it's always great to hear her passion about supporting fellow business owners. http://ceildi.libsyn.com/425-ot-series-with-michele-williams?tdest_id=3014303

05/08/2024

It is difficult for me to believe the Podcast has now been on for 8 years!!! I wouldn't be here this long without all of my incredible guests and my amazing listeners! I am so grateful for all of the positive feed back, the constructive suggestions, the heads up when something was really wrong! I would never have continued this without all of the support and kind words that have come my way! But there has been some self doubt during this journey and I had to work hard to overcome it. That struggle prompted me to talk about imposter syndrome for this episode. I hope you find it helpful. And thank you, yes you for listening!!!

17/07/2024

The Pick-A-Project Challenge is always fun. Seeing these completed projects is so inspiring. So many creative colleagues!

It's Workroom Wednesday and time for another episode of The Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech. On this month's episode, Ceil DiGuglielmo and Susan Woodcock share a recap of the 2024 Pick-A-Project Challenge. Listen to hear about the projects completed this year, the challenges, goals, accomplishments and yes, there were some incomplete projects, too. But it's all for fun and the "awards" are for bragging rights. You can listen to the podcast and view photos of the projects at https://www.workroomtech.com/post/30-minutes-with-workroom-tech-episode-89-pick-a-project-challenge-recap
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08/07/2024

What an absolute pleasure it was to talk with Adam Hoover from Ohio Workroom and MidCentury Modern. He is enthusiastic about our industry and has so much energy!!! I hope you enjoy hearing from Adam! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/420-adam-hoover-somehow-furniture-found-me?tdest_id=3014303

02/07/2024

Sometimes my guests give me so many nuggets of wisdom, I am scribbling notes to remember. Fortunately, I have them recorded! ;)
Jessica Arey has been working her magic in her workroom for quite a few years and as she said, "It's hard being this many people." I could relate! I hope you enjoy hearing from Jess today! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/419-jessica-arey-if-im-going-to-work-this-hard-im-going-to-do-this-for-myself?tdest_id=3014303

24/06/2024

I love to learn what about my guests surprises people. Today's guest, Jonathan Camp from had lots of surprising things to share! How he manages his full time job as a manager at the Workroom and his farm, along with his family of 7 children is just amazing. His calm, but curios manner may be the answer! It was a pleasure to get to know him! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/418-jonathan-camp-i-stuck-around-and-it-grew-on-me?tdest_id=3014303

04/06/2024

This beautiful rose bush was a gift in memory of my mother in law, and the blooms are so beautiful! Along with all of the little flowers falling off the catalpa tree!!!

03/06/2024

It was so reassuring to me when I was talking with Greer Woollcott about her journey into this industry. When younger business owners see the potential of our industry, it gives me hope! And Greer is full of optimism and has a passion for what she does! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/415-greer-woollcott-i-wanted-to-get-training-in-this-world?tdest_id=3014303

13/05/2024

My guest on the podcast this week, is Jill Stroh, owner of The Textile Tailor, and fellow Pennsylvanian!!! Like so many of us, Jill started out by having someone ask if she could sew pillows and like so many of us, she said yes. I hope you enjoy hearing how Jill has changed her "jobby" into a growing business. http://ceildi.libsyn.com/412-jill-stroh-your-house-should-be-your-happy-place?tdest_id=3014303

06/05/2024

It was a pleasure to talk with Olga Kott of Kott Soft Furnishings in the UK. While making beautiful soft furnishings, she and her husband have also been making videos in their workroom. Recently one of their reels had hundreds of thousands of views! I hope you enjoy hearing her enthusiasm! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/411-olga-kott-creating-a-family-business?tdest_id=3014303

22/04/2024

This OPPORTUNITY THINKING Episode of the Sew Much More Podcast can also be seen on YouTube -https://youtu.be/b2CVkiq8J_8! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/409-opportunity-thinking-series-jeanelle-dech-and-klimaka-studios?tdest_id=3014303

17/04/2024

I had such a great conversation with Susan Woodcock!

It's Workroom Wednesday and time for another episode of The Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech - a podcast and blog for custom workroom owners.

Do any of these things make you feel nervous, embarrassed or scared?
1. Sending a quote, especially one that is very expensive
2. Asking for payment from your customer
3. Admitting mistakes
4. Asking for more details or additional information
5. Saying “no”

In this episode of the podcast Ceil DiGuglielmo and Susan Woodcock talk about why it is common to have those feelings of insecurity and how to be more confident in our businesses.

Listen and learn at www.WorkroomTech.com/post/30-minutes-with-workroom-tech-episode-86-what-s-so-scary-about-confidence

08/04/2024

We are excited to share that we will be hosting the 2024 Slipcover Summit in Tryon, North Carolina! The Slipcover Summit was a successful event led by Karen Erickson, Claudia Buchanan, and other slipcover experts for many years, but there hasn't been a Slipcover Summit since 2013. It's time to revive the tradition!

The 2024 Slipcover Summit will take place Friday, November 8 - Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the GreenLife Inn in Tryon, NC. We've booked the entire inn for a Thursday arrival - Sunday departure. It will be a fun learning experience with slipcover makers, teachers, and friends. Workroom Tech is 2 miles from the inn and will be open for attendees to use industrial machines, worktables, tools and supplies.

Instructors are Emily Pettit, Jeanelle Dech, and Jonathan Bennett. Each will be demonstrating their favorite slipcover methods on a unique style of furniture and the great room at the inn has a lot of furniture to choose from! This will be a one-of-a-kind experience. Visit our website to learn more and to reserve your spot.
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GreenLife Inn at Mimosa Unsprung Upholstery Company Emily Jane Creations The Workroom Channel

11/03/2024

I was so happy to talk with Keaven Hartt about her upholstery journey. I hope you enjoy listening to her story today! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/403-keaven-willa-hartt-only-yes-to-the-type-of-job-you-want-to-do-more-of?tdest_id=3014303

04/03/2024

I enjoyed hearing my guest, Rachel Crowe's story and she was such a pleasure to interview! We may have laughed a little!
A photo of the quilt pieces we talked about is posted in the comments. http://ceildi.libsyn.com/402-rachel-crowe-if-you-dont-have-your-own-wisdom-you-borrow-it-from-others?tdest_id=3014303

26/02/2024

Today's podcast is up close and personal with.... our workroom bodies! Many thanks to Deb Cronin who shares her journey to eliminate pain and stay healthy while she continues to be productive in her workroom and personal life. Deb interviewed her Care Team to help us understand what we need to do to take care of our bodies. http://ceildi.libsyn.com/401-opportunity-thinking-episode-with-deb-cronin-the-workroom-body?tdest_id=3014303

14/02/2024

Yes!!! This challenge motivates me to get something done for me!! Listen to hear what Susan and I are going to make! What will you make for the challenge??

It's Workroom Wednesday and that means it's time for another episode of The Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech. And it's Valentines Day - so much to love! 🥰

On today's episode Ceil and Susan announce the 2024 Pick-A-Project Challenge!

Do you have personal projects that have been pushed aside for months… years?
How many how-to instructions have you saved and never tried?
No more excuses. Let's do it! Pick a project and join the challenge.

You can listen to this episode of the podcast and join the challenge on the Workroom Tech website at
https://www.workroomtech.com/post/30-minutes-with-workroom-tech-episode-84-the-2024-pick-a-project-challenge

This was a lot of fun last year. We can't wait to see what you create!

28/01/2024

11/01/2024

This episode of 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech is all about the next Workroom Accountability and Mentoring Group. Everything you need to know and how to apply. https://www.workroomtech.com/post/30-minutes-with-workroom-tech-episode-83-the-2024-workroom-accountability-and-mentoring-group?postId=46c4c112-ac9f-495f-84fe-793dfbf8106d&utm_campaign=74b6cf02-78c2-4cb8-a4d1-cfb70420264f&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&utm_content=60f15f25-8901-4582-9465-3a7633c301df&cid=e9cf548a-a27c-4149-8eb3-1b2fe6849d1c

24/12/2023

Many of you asked about doing a follow-up with Julie Wood about her experience decorating the White House, and Julie graciously agreed to share her experience. I hope you enjoy hearing about it as much as I did.
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

13/12/2023

It's and time for another episode of The Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech. On this episode, Ceil DiGuglielmo and Susan Woodcock welcome special guests Joe Jankoski and Ralph Vasami to discuss changes to cord safety standards. This is an important topic and an informative conversation.

See the Workroom Tech blog for the podcast link and supporting information www.workroomtech.com/30-minutes-with-workroom-tech-episode-82-changes-to-the-cord-safety-standard-with-wcma

You can also listen to the podcast at https://thesmmpodcast30minuteswithworkroomtech.libsyn.com/ or on iTunes.

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11/12/2023

I hope you enjoy hearing from another person new to our industry! Cara Rinne was a pleasure to interview. http://ceildi.libsyn.com/389-cara-rinne-i-work-in-the-past-but-live-in-the-present?tdest_id=3014303

04/12/2023

I am so glad I finally reached out to Shari Walla and set up a time to record this fun podcast!! Shari was a delight to talk with and I enjoyed hearing about her journey! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/389-shari-walla-you-have-to-implement-what-you-learn?tdest_id=3014303

04/12/2023

MARK YOUR CALENDAR for Wednesday, December 13 to set aside time to listen to the next episode of The Sew Much More Podcast: 30 Minutes with Workroom Tech, Episode 82 - Changes to the Cord Safety Standard Q & A with special guests Joe Jankoski and Ralph Vasami from the Window Covering Manufacturers Association.

This podcast is specifically for businesses who fabricate, design, sell, and install custom window treatments. This issue is very important and recent developments have caused a lot of confusion. This interview will help you to better understand the revisions to the cord safety standard and what you need to know for your business. Your questions will be answered!

The podcast recording will be published early in the morning on Wednesday, December 13, and then you can listen at your convenience. Look for the podcast link on the Workroom Tech website under the blog/podcast tab on December 13.

27/11/2023

Today you get to hear from Julia Fields! I met Julia at the Custom Workroom Conference this past October. Last week I introduced you to her boss, Nikki Greenwood, owner of Savanah Window Fashions. Today you get to hear Julia’s story and how she was hired from the bridal industry. http://ceildi.libsyn.com/388-julia-fields-i-think-there-is-a-lot-of-opportunity-for-pride-to-happen-here?tdest_id=3014303

20/11/2023

I had the opportunity to meet with Nikki Greenwood at the Custom Workroom Conference this past October and was fascinated by her story and how she came into our industry! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/387-nikki-greenwood-when-youre-in-the-midst-of-the-crazy-you-cant-always-look-ahead?tdest_id=3014303

30/10/2023

I was thrilled to spend time getting to know Lilye and hear her story! Her mentor, Kristen Speyer has been a huge influence on Lilye's success, but Lilye's hard work and dedication to educating herself are also part of her success! I hope you enjoy hearing her story! http://ceildi.libsyn.com/385-lilye-lavender-i-know-i-wont-let-myself-fail?tdest_id=3014303

23/10/2023

What are the three things you can’t live without in your workroom? I love hearing from my guests what they need to get the job done in their workrooms. How about you? What are the things you can’t live without?

Links for podcast   Terko thread - https://workroommarketplace.com/collections/sewing-supplies     Jewel’s tape Home Sewing Depot - https://homesewingdepot.com/collections/sealah-tape-glue/products/3-16-jewels-tape-double-sided-adhesive   Workroom Channel Marketplace - https://...