Welcome to CHF…

Would you like to learn how to start a successful career fabricating, designing and selling custom window treatments? What about learning how to install a full range of window treatments or learning the art of fabricating bedding and pillows, slipcovering and upholstering? You have found the right place. Our field of expertise is known as The Custom Home Furnishings Industry. The Custom Home Furnishings Academy was founded over ten years ago by industry expert, Cheryl Strickland. In 2005 it was purchased by Margie and Andy Nance. Margie began as an instructor for Cheryl, then took over duties as the Director of Education for several years before becoming the new owner.

The CHF Academy has trained thousands of people all over the world to begin a career in this profitable field. It is also the home of the highly acclaimed "Career Professional" program. With this Career Professional designation, people will know that your professional training was completed at the most recognized school in the industry.

Is your goal to have a business that creates extra income while working out of your home or do you want to be the largest window treatment design company in town? Let us help you become successful.

Directions to the Academy:
13900 South Lakes Dr. • Suite F • Charlotte, NC 28273
Take I-77 South; take the US- 21/Carowinds Blvd. exit - EXIT 90; Take the ramp towards Carowinds/ NC-49; Merge onto Carowinds Blvd; Turn left onto S. Point Blvd.; Turn left onto S. Lakes Dr.; End at 13900 S. Lakes Dr. on the right, Suite F.

The Custom Home Furnishings Academy

The CHF Academy is located 13900 South Lakes Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina 28273. Our new facility includes over 10,000 square feet of full service, hands on training in the fields of Window Treatments, Bed Coverings, Slipcovers, Upholstery, Installation, Design and more. The instructors are the best in the industry and bring their years of experience to the classroom. Training is available whether you are just starting to explore the possibilities of starting a successful career or are looking for newer, more efficient ways to grow the business you already have.

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The Custom Home Furnishings Store

The CHF Store offers many supplies for the workroom; from tools that allow you to work smarter not harder, to books, videos and dvds. You can order directly from the web site, by phone or by fax.

We are constantly on the look out for new products to bring you. If there is something you need and you don’t see it here, please feel free to let us know.

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The Custom Home Furnishings Magazine

The CHF Magazine was created for the Custom Home Furnishings professional. Published bi-monthly, each issue includes step by step articles, success stories, business articles, design ideas, advertiser resources and the latest news the industry has to offer.The January/February 2006 issue of The Custom Home Furnishings Magazine is available as a free download. 

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The Custom Home Furnishings Network

Join the thousands of successful business owners who freely share their knowledge and expertise every day. The CHF forums are known as the most popular place to find the best information pertaining to the Custom Home Furnishings Industry. Our members come from all over the world. You won't find a more comprehensive resource on the web today. Registration is free for viewing, but if you want to unleash the true power of the forum, become a member today.

When you become a member you will have the ability to post a question, research by using the search function to review thousands of archived posts, and communicate directly with the best and brightest industry professionals.

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