How Did We Measure Up? Thank you to all our members who completed our very first NUA Member Survey in April. We had a 35% response rate, which is very good for a general survey. Click the button for a summary of the results, which include what members like most, like least, and what they'd like to see done differently!
Let's Celebrate
To honor the NUA's second birthday, we're highlighting the business anniversaries of our amazing members. Congratulations on your continued success and thank your for your important contributions to our industry and trade!
5 Years (2016)
Lindsay Orwig
A Chick & A Chair
Professional
Sarah Lin Stubbs
Acadiana Upholstery
Professional
Diane Montgomery
Coventry Lane Upholstery, LLC
Professional
Sharon Johannsen
Hellfire Upholstery
Professional
Jane Pahls
Jane's Upholstery
Professional
Karly Dickson
Karly's Kustom Upholstery & Soft Home Furnishings
Professional
stephani keene
Keene and Daughters Upholstery
Professional
Lynnsay Kirby
Little Old, Little New
Professional
Laura Stanford
South Austin Upholstery
Professional
Ceil DiGuglielmo
The Sew Much More Podcast
Industry Partner
10 Years (2011)
Michelle Minner
Blue Roof Cabin
Professional
Edicarlo Nascimento
DiCarlo Upholstery, Corp.
Professional
Deborah Brenton
DIY Natural Bedding
Industry Partner
Rachel Myers
Home Decor Learning Center, Inc
Educator
David Marcum
Olive Grove Upholstery
Professional
Lisa Lovett
The Seacoast Upholstress
Professional
15 Years (2006)
D. Scott Baker
Baker Hesseldenz Studio
Professional
Heather Cap
No Business Like Sew Business, LLC
Professional
Bonnie Williams
The Upholstery Studio
Professional
20 Years (2001)
Judith Brymer
Draperies & Accents by Judith
Professional
25 Years (1996)
Walter Medina
Capitol Crafts Interiors Inc
Professional
Carla Bluitt
Crest Leather
Industry Partner
Barbara Burbey
Mid-Metro Upholstery
Professional
Susan Hibbard
Sue's Upholstery
Professional
Susan Sifakis
SUESEWN
Professional
35 Years (1986)
Bruno Paulin Lopez
Atelier de France, Inc.
Professional
40 Years (1981)
Gregory LaRosa
Lindsey + Hall
Industry Partner
Patrick Sparks
Sparks Custom Upholstery
Professional
45 Years (1976)
Allan Engel
Allan Engel
Professional
Jake Ellis
Soft Touch Furniture
Professional
55 Year (1966)
Joseph Kirchhoff
Luxury Fabrics, Inc.
Industry Partner
70 Years (1951)
Michael Shannon
East Meadow Upholsterers Corp
Professional
85 Years (1936)
Seth Emtage
QA Group
Professional
140 Years (1881)
Brad Schneller
Schneller Inc
Professional
Make Community Connections
Summer Series on Work Flow (Part 2 of 2)
Jul. 27 at 1pm EST
Let's discuss scheduling changes. How do you prioritize? How do you handle backordered fabric or foam? How do you re-schedule someone that hasn't made a fabric decision? This is the second part of the discussion of Work Flow in your Upholstery Business.
Volunteer Recognition
In recognition of our colleagues’ stand-out efforts, one volunteer will be recognized for work that goes above and beyond the call of duty in each quarterly newsletter and at the end of each year. Nominations are welcome any time during the year.
Michelle Minner
Volunteer of the Quarter, Q3 2021
As a professional upholsterer, Michelle is widely recognized for her creative eye and meticulous attention to detail. She has been involved with the NUA since the beginning, and has made a huge contribution to our organization!
Instrumental in building the foundation of the NUA's social media and marketing program, her passion for design and supporting and encouraging fellow upholsterers has shined through in her role as leader of the Public Relations committee.
Outside of the NUA, Michelle runs Blue Roof Cabin, a custom upholstery business that was born out of her creativity and passion to achieve the perfect signature piece.
"For me it’s all about giving new life to the old and discarded. My favorite client projects are those that are family or just special pieces with a story."
Please help us congratulate Michelle as the NUA Volunteer of the Quarter! She will be receiving a recognition gift for her contribution.
The NUA's Webinar Committee collates fresh content every month to highlight the expertise of our community and to enrich our members with tools, skills, and resources.
Webinars
Our next webinar is Tuesday, July 13 at 1:00pm EST:Delegate or Automate: How to Take Your Business to The Next Level. Automating and delegating daily and weekly tasks is one of the key strategies to "getting it all done". Jill Ragan Scully, owner of My Designer Concierge, will share a few different ways you can manage tasks within your business to work more effectively and efficiently. Choosing how you spend your time is important for a good work/life balance and stress reduction. What would you do with a few extra hours each week? Members, check your email to register today!
Questions about Flame Retardants in Upholstery? Help is on the way!
Post written by Carla Pyle, NUA Board Member and Natural Upholstery educator & consultant; Content excerpts provided by Chemical Insights.
Last year, Chemical Insights convened a national Furniture Flammability and Human Health Taskforce to provide science-based facts about safe & healthy furniture.
The NUA was founded in 2019 to inspire a rebirth of the upholstery profession. Our mission is to work together to support and advance the field of professional upholstery. Membership benefits include Continuing Education, Networking, Member's Only Resources, and more.
