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Learn to Make Roman Shades—The Smart, Beginner-Friendly Way

1/16/2026

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Ready to turn your sewing skills into a business—or finally tackle custom window treatments for your own home? Workroom Tech's Online Basic Sewing Class Feb. 10th and 17th featuring the Centurion RS Widget is the perfect place to start.

Roman shades are one of today’s most popular window treatment styles, and for good reason. They’re clean, classic, and surprisingly approachable for beginners. This project doesn’t require a large sewing space or massive amounts of fabric, making it an ideal first step into the world of custom window treatments. It’s also one of WT's most popular online classes.
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What You’ll Make

In this two-session online course over two weeks, you’ll learn how to construct a 24" wide x 42" long flat-fold, lined Roman shade, mounted on a board using the Centurion RS Widget lift system, complete with components that meet current cord safety standards.

What’s Included
  • Two live, interactive 1-hour online lessons with instructor Susan Woodcock
    • Classes are recorded and available for replay
    • Includes 6 months of online access after the course ends
  • Written, step-by-step how-to instructions you can reference anytime

Course Outline

Lesson One
  • Measuring the window
  • Overview of Roman shades and how they work
  • Calculating yardage and working with pattern repeats
  • Selecting fabrics
  • Measuring and cutting fabric
  • Sewing hems and adding lining
Lesson Two
  • Finishing hems
  • Adding the weight bar
  • Planning lift lines
  • Sewing shade rings and ladder tape
  • Board mounting
  • Installing the lift system
  • Final installation
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Who This Class Is For

This is a true beginner-level course. A basic understanding of sewing is helpful, along with general sewing tools and supplies. After you register, you’ll receive:
  • A complete materials and supply list
  • A discount on the Centurion RS Widget Kit for your project
Whether you’re exploring new income opportunities or expanding your home-sewing skills, this class gives you a solid foundation—and a finished Roman shade you’ll be proud of.

👉 Spots are limited--register today and start building your window treatment skills with confidence.
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    Chris Turner, Chief Widget Officer at Centurion Roman Shade

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