Growth & Jobs | Denise Wheatle defying expectations in upholstery work
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In an industry where upholstering is more commonly associated with men, Denise Wheatle of Bailey’s Vale, St Mary has carved out a space for herself, refusing to be defined by traditional expectations. Wheatle, who operates Creative Little Kerry House of Fashion, a growing home décor and upholstery business, reupholsters furniture and car seats and makes lounge chairs, ottomans, headboards, pillows and cushions. “I love to see pretty homes. I like homes put together and tidy, and I like nice thin