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“This class was so much fun. Goldie is a sewing
goddess! Can’t wait to take the next class.”

“We worked as a team but I feel certain that,
after taking the class, I could do it on my own.
Goldie teaches in a way that is clear and easy
to remember.”

Classes

At The Academy @ Southern Interiors, Goldie teaches beginners– and professionals looking to hone their skills–all aspects of interior design, from soft good fabrication to interior staging.

•  WT 102 Introduction to Drapery Fabrication
  Class max 4
  This intensive course covers the basic tools, equipment and professional workroom
  secrets needed to construct your own custom drapery panels. This class provides
  each student with hands on step-by-step training on the fundamentals of building
  rod-pocket and pinch-pleated drapes. Students learn a variety of pinch-pleat
  styles, including French, Euro, inverted pleat and goblet. The proper techniques
  of interlining are also covered.
  
  
• WT 103 Top Treatment Fundamentals
  Class max 4
  This exciting class will cover the fundamentals of a variety of popular top treatments for constructing rod-pocket, tab and box-pleated valances. Students will also learn to construct and upholster a simple cornice board. Students will learn to select the proper materials and supplies as well as how to construct and apply welt cord and other trims.
  
  
• WT 201 The Project Class
  Class max 2
  This fun, fast-pace class was designed for advanced sewers that have a strong
  drive to get a sewing project completed. During this six-week session, each student
  picks a window treatment project (most likely one in their own home). Each student
  gets an equal amount of class time for the team to work together on his or her
  specific window treatment. The goal of the Project Class is to have your individual
  window treatment ready for installation by the end of the six-week session.
  
  
• WT 101 Back to the Basics
  Class max 4
  This fun filled, hands on course is designed for those who have a desire to learn the
  creative craft of home décor sewing starting with the basics. This class will cover
  the basic use of the sewing machine as well as several other useful sewing tools
  Each student will be trained by a professional instructor in the proper techniques of
  seaming, hemming, cutting, and reading pattern instructions. By the end of this
  six week class each student should be ready to enroll in WT102.