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Theresa P. Cannavo

*** ******* ******, ***** *** Winsted, CT 06098 860-***-****

abppca@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

Seeking a position with a dynamic and growing company where my legendary upholstery skills, years of diverse business experience, and master craftsperson talents can augment the atmosphere and productivity of the workplace. I have much to offer in terms of skill, leadership, and interest in an industry suffering from a shortage of qualified tradespeople.Work Experience

Theresa P. Cannavo Studio 1989 – present

Winsted, CT

Started home-based upholstery and window treatment business.

Relocated to Whiting Mills to expand client base, enlarge the workroom, and increase exposure.

Cannavo Company, Inc. 1993 – present

Winsted, CT

Performed all aspects of owning a landscape construction business including bookkeeping, marketing, and physical labor.

Ewald’s Upholstery 1985 –1988

Torrington, CT

Performed all aspects of upholstery and sewing.

The Furniture Clinic & Interiors 1979 – 1988

Hartford, CT

Learned from my extremely talented parents, father is a furniture- and cabinet-maker, mother an upholsterer and sewer. I also learned from the many talented craftspeople that worked for them.

SkillsUpholstery & Furniture

Creating and repairing furniture, restoration of antiques, finishes. Upholstery – Including knowledge of supplies and installation, proper and safe use of all tools in the trade of building furniture, as well as regular maintenance and minor repair of tools.

Sewing with all types of sewing machines, knowledge of proper stitching, threads, bobbins, etc.

Eight-way hand tied springs, installation of jute webbing, sagless webbing, zigzag springs. Special knots and stitches by hand are a specialty.

Hand-tufting (calculations, pattern-making), utilizing fabric, leather or vinyl, complete with hand-formed and tied buttons.

Application of all types of detailing: braids, gimp, trim, buttons, brads, tacks, buckles, etc., and proper use of adhesive for each.

Blueprint reading, adjusting scale, calculation of yardages of fabrics or square footage of hides and all measurements necessary for completion of work to be done.Tool & Equipment Care

Proper use and care of

pneumatic tools: staplers, nailers, etc.

sewing machines

various tools and equipment as they pertain to the upholstery and sewing businessBusiness & Teamwork

Able to work independently or on a team, especially as a leader.

Capable of demonstrations, either to teach or to market a product.

Bookkeeping, invoicing and other business office processes.Accolades

By bringing forth my knowledge of upholstery and design, I was able to win many awards over a span of approximately 10 years in marketing exhibits at The CT Flower and Garden Show including, Most Original and Creative Design, Best Use of Color, Best Outdoor Living Space.

References available upon request.

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