Custom Home Furnishings Academy is the only teaching facility of its kind dedicated to educating people with professional skills necessary to the home decor industry. CHF began as a drapery school more than ten years ago and today offers training in a wide variety of home based businesses focusing on all aspects of the window treatment and decorating industry.

Train with Leaders in the Sewing and Home Decor Industry.

We offer Career Professional certified courses in Custom Window Treatments; Draperies, Curtains and Shades; Pillows and Bedding Decor Fabrication; Slipcovers; Upholstery; and Installation. CHFA is the destination-learning institute of choice for individuals looking to begin a home based career in custom decor furnishings as well as established professionals seeking a higher level of sewing instruction to increase their skill-set. CHFA also offers classes in home decorating specialties including redesign, staging and color consulting. The approach to learning the business of sewing or any of the other professional courses in our "hands-on" workroom environment combined with our accelerated course structure prepares students to put their skills to work as soon as they walk out our door. For many who are work at home moms or currently seeking a career change, our Weekend Academy and online training programs are a great fit to their busy schedule. The CHF Magazine and online forum helps thousands of professionals each day learn new tips and stay informed on the latest techniques. Whether your goal is to build a home based business, further your career in the decorative services industry or provide customized training programs for your employees, CHFA is the leader in educating* the future generations of interior professionals.

*CHFA is seeking accreditation from the state of North Carolina for all course programs. Ask your employer about tuition reimbursement

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