Custom Workroom Conference

Meet the CWC Speakers: Jennifer White

Since 1995, Jennifer White has operated Hudson Valley Drapery Studio, a to-the-trade workroom in Lagrange, N.Y. She is best known for her meticulous attention to detail, as well as her high-end, hand-sewn draperies and shades — which also happen to be her favorite projects to fabricate. In 2022 she opened Workroom Supply LLC, through which she sells systems, components, and supplies for window coverings. Jennifer frequently shares her knowledge as a teacher with in-person classes at Workroom Tech in North Carolina and the Workroom Cadre regional programs. See more on Instagram.

Jennifer is co-teaching WT-5 Made in the TDBU Shade with Deborah Cronin

For Deborah Cronin and Jennifer White, the most-asked question lately is, “Can a top-down/bottom-up shade be motorized?” In short, Yes! Together, they’ll give an overview of TDBU operating systems, including beaded chain loop and cordless, and discuss the variables when considering motorization. Will it need to coordinate with a home system? What about budget? Does the homeowner need both TD and BU? Deborah and Jennifer will also talk about step-by-step fabrication and review the necessary calculations, including for adding bottom trim or hobbled folds. Finally, they’ll tackle how to motorize your shade, and share samples of headrails, motors, and more.