"Quality curtains add that personal finished touch and our aim has always been to work together with you, to give inspiration and to make choosing your new curtains an enjoyable experience." - Joan
Courses
Courses by Joan McEvoy
One Day Courses are held here in the Studio Workshop. Course weeks are held four times a year or more and in small groups of four. Friendly, fun and lots to learn, a full day with home- made lunch included.
BASIC CURTAIN MAKING is a popular one day course showing how to make a basic curtain. It includes an introduction to different fabrics and equipment, different window fittings and styles. You will learn how to measure a window, estimate for fabric and size the curtains required. You will make your own sample of an interlined curtain with a tape heading and a contrasting tieback.
ADVANCED CURTAIN MAKING is a one day course showing the more advanced techniques of handmade headings such as a pinch pleat and goblet with contrasting fabrics. A more in depth course on window measuring, estimating pattern repeats and design. You will make your own sample of a multi pleat interlined curtain.
ROMAN BLIND AND CUSHION MAKING COURSE is a one day course showing how to measure, calculate and make a roman blind, includes discussing tracking systems and fitting. You will make a sample roman blind and piped cushion. You will also be given a short demonstration on cushion making.
There is also an Absolute Beginners Course which is an ideal starter course to get acquainted with sewing techniques and curtain making. Introducing Pelmet Making and Eyelet Headings soon.
If you are interested please contact Joan by email or call: 01241 851760 for a chat and lots more information.
Small group, different needs, course was well structured to suit each of us, Joan was so patient but managed to pack so much in, lots of laughs and the soda bread and homemade soup was delicious Joan many thanks.
Catherine, Stirling March 2011
So glad I found Joan, course was brilliant and Joan was very patient, precise, methodical and friendly in her teaching methods, very comfortable and enjoyable I loved it and can now make a roman blind.
Sandra, Edinburgh Oct 2010
Joan arranged four courses for me to suit my learning needs that I had expressed. My interest in roman blinds, curtains and making a cushion were addressed and lots more. I also found with the small groups and direct supervision and guidance much was accomplished throughout the four courses. I feel confident in my abilities now in making up some curtains for my new home. An excellent four days. In fact the soft furnishings of the hotel room I stayed in - joan made!
Louise, Inverness May 2010
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