WT Online: Relaxed Roman Shades
Instructor: Laurie Medford, bio
Thursdays at 12:00 pm EST on January 11, 18 and 25, 2024
 
In this three week online course you will complete two relaxed roman shade samples using different fabrication methods; a stationary basic, square cut relaxed shade and a flared hem functional relaxed shade using the VAKO 20.04 Slim Clutch headrail system.  A detailed list of what you will need will be emailed after registration.
 
  For the first class project you will provide your own face fabric, lining, board and weight bar. 
For the second project you will provide face fabric, lining, weight bar and VAKO headrail (or lift system of your choice).  Optional class kit ($75.00) includes: sew on shade rings, screw eyes, lift cord, weight bar cover tube,  Safe-T-Shade Forever Rings and Ring Locks,  cord adjusting orbs, Velcro  and safety warning tags.
Three 1-hour online, interactive lessons with instructor Laurie Medford, presented live and recorded to review later (with 3-months of access online after class is completed).
Written how-to instructions
Student discount on the VAKO 20.04 headrail system
 
Course outline:
Lesson One
Measuring the window
Pre-planning and fabrication options
Figuring yardage and working with pattern repeats
Selecting fabrics
Cuts and prep for the first project
 
Lesson Two
Sewing the basic relaxed shade
Board mounting
Dressing and installation
Cuts and prep for the second class project
 
Lesson Three
Sewing a flared hem relaxed shade
Mounting to the lift system with Velcro
Dressing and installation
Cord safety
 
This is an intermediate level course.  A fundamental understanding of sewing roman shades is required. Basic tools and supplies are needed to complete the project. In additon to supplies mentioned above, you will need: sewing machine, scissors, pins, iron, tape measure & ruler or yardstick, needles and thread and a staple gun and staples.  
 
Class supply kit fee includes free shipping in the continental U.S.