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The instructors at the 14th Annual Slipcover Summit (Camp Slipcover)are working professionals who volunteer to teach what they have learned about Slipcover over the years. They have worked  hard to put together learning packets of information and samples for a memorable learning experience.

Therese Davis owner of Fabrications-Studio from Barrington, Illionis of www.Fabrications-studio.com or E-Mail: [email protected].  We will find out why Therese started her business, more about winning the 2008 Slipcover Design Contest and what she will be teaching at the 14th Year of the Slipcover Summit (Camp Slipcover)

Judith Ellis owner of Judith Carol Ellis from St Petersburg, Florida can be reached at E-Mail: [email protected]
JC has been an owner of a custom sewing business for the past 7 years working with designers as well as retail customers.  JC also teaches home decor classes at a local sewing machine dealer. We will find out how JC started her business, how she became involved in sewing "home decor" as a professional and what she enjoys most  about the Slipcover Summit.

Burgundi Thure the owner of Sew Rose is the host of the 2013 Slipcover Summit (Camp Slipcover) sponsored by Slipcover Network.org, to be held at the Quaker Retreat and Conference Center in the Santa Cruz Mountains June 24-27th.
Let's find out a little more about Burgundi's business, more about the Slipcover Summit and what makes the Quaker Retreat Center a great fit for Camp Slipcover.

Recently we were at the Original Sewing and Quilt Expo in Lakeland, Florida in March 2013.  We visited several business during the show and found 2 businesses we though our listeners might like to know more about.
The Silk Den which is located in Lutz, Florida owned and operated by Peter and his staff, they not only have a small store but offer Online ordering. You will love their silk and are very happy to help you with your questions about silk.
The Quick Pleater invented by Angie Knowles and her husband Rick has now been available for 2 years.  If you make pleats for anything, clothes, home decor, or quilting, the quick pleater will make your sewing sooo easy.
 

Who is Fran Fox of Windham Stitches, Princeton, NJ? Today Fran is 1st Place 2012 Winner of Slipcover Design, but has she always been creating Slipcovers for a living?
Let's find out more about how she got started, and where she'd like to be in 5 years.
http://slipcovernetwork.org/2012/12/29/princeton-packet-magazine-interview-fran-fox

What are the products that won’t harm people or the planet? Is it really possible to find safe and luxurious lotions, soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics that are affordable?

Today we are talking with Marilene Richardson of SongCroft Naturals our featured business and she, will discuss with us the importance of eliminating toxins and harmful chemicals from our lives. Find out why Marilene started creating the SongCroft Natural personal care products.

Judi Epstein MSN, ARNP http://www.judiepsteinarnp.com will start the conversation  and Iris Higgins will join in, who is a Women's Wellness Coach and author of  the "Gluten Free Baking Guides". will be joining us during the interview.
Both Judi and Iris love SongCroft products with Judi using them as a healthcare provider for chemically sensitive folks and Iris for those who are needing to live gluten free.