Soft furnishings (cushions, blinds and curtains) courses, craft kits and handcrafted gifts

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Learn to make curtains, blinds and cushion covers at soft furnishing classes and workshops taught all across the UK. Enjoyable and useful courses that teach you the skills to make your home beautiful. Would you like to learn how to make all your own soft furnishings? Come and join a course, workshop or group and be inspired by an expert teacher who will share their skill with you.

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Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 8th June 2021

Whether you want to upholster an old footstool, recover and revise a lampshade and stand, use decoupage to create a quirky chest of drawers or desk, make a roman blind or simply learn to use a sewing machine....this is the workshop for you! Lucy has oodles of skills and ideas to inspire you! From decoupage, paint effects, fabric application and quirky design concepts, this workshop will give you the skills and inspiration to transform your interior product. As well as learning many skills and techniques from Lucy you will also...

Whether you want to upholster an old footstool, recover and revise a lampshade and stand, use decoupage to create a quirky chest of drawers or desk, make a roman blind...

Machine Made Lined Curtains or Lined Roman Blind

Machine Made Lined Curtains or Lined Roman Blind

In-person course

Greater Manchester - Next course on 18th May 2021

I am City & Guilds trained and qualified in soft furnishing making and hold Level 3 Award in Education & Training. I will teach you how to make soft furnishings to a professional standard. These 2 workshops are suitable for students with minimal sewing experience. You can find further information on my website via the link above. Machine made lined curtains I will teach you all the skills necessary to construct lined curtains to a professional standard. You will learn how to make curtains with a commercial heading tape attached....

I am City & Guilds trained and qualified in soft furnishing making and hold Level 3 Award in Education & Training. I will teach you how to make soft furnishings...

Learn to make Roman Blinds - Worcestershire

Learn to make Roman Blinds - Worcestershire

In-person course

Worcestershire - Next course on 9th October 2021

Learn to make a beautiful & professional roman blind. Furnish your home with style. Learn how to measure your window and calculate how much fabric you require. You will make a lined sample blind, we provide the fabric. Leave with a finished sample blind (minus the wooden doweling) and instructions to follow at home. Basic sewing skills required. For further details or to book, please contact Judi using the buttons above.

Learn to make a beautiful & professional roman blind. Furnish your home with style. Learn how to measure your window and calculate how much fabric you require. You will make...

Long weekend in upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers

Long weekend in upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 27th August 2021

Angie aims on this 4 day course to introduce new students to the wonderful occupations of either upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers, in a happy balance between learning and enjoyment, so that you can go home and transform your homes. She has been teaching for nearly 18 years from her home just outside Matlock on the edge of the peak District. There are 3 students on this 4 day course. The small student numbers mean that I can provide one to one tuition and a lot can therefore be...

Angie aims on this 4 day course to introduce new students to the wonderful occupations of either upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers, in a happy balance between learning and...

Upholstery and soft furnishings 2 day course

Upholstery and soft furnishings 2 day course

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 19th June 2021

Angie introduces students on this 2 day course to the wonderful occupations of either upholstery, soft furnishings or covers so that you can go home and transform your homes. She has been teaching for nearly 18 years from her home just outside Matlock on the edge of the peak District and aims to find a happy balance between learning and enjoyment. There are 3 students on this 2 day introductory course ideal for beginners (or the very rusty) to try out and see if it is the craft for them....

Angie introduces students on this 2 day course to the wonderful occupations of either upholstery, soft furnishings or covers so that you can go home and transform your homes. She...

Lampshade making at ShedLight

Lampshade making at ShedLight

In-person course

Staffordshire - Next course on 21st May 2021

**COVID-19 Procedures in place for your safety** Have you ever wanted to make a lampshade to match your soft furnishings, or transform that piece of vintage fabric into something useful? This relaxed and supportive 3 hour, morning or afternoon workshop, introduces you to the simple techniques and tools required to make a basic 30cms drum lampshade (other sizes/heights available by prior arrangement). A range of attractive modern/vintage/African cotton print fabrics are available for you to choose from. Cannot make it to me? For a minimum of 2 people I am...

**COVID-19 Procedures in place for your safety** Have you ever wanted to make a lampshade to match your soft furnishings, or transform that piece of vintage fabric into something useful?...

Piped cushion with lapped zip and applique design detail

Piped cushion with lapped zip and applique design detail

In-person course

Greater Manchester - Next course on 18th May 2021

I am City & Guilds trained and qualified in soft furnishing making and hold Level 3 Award in Education & Training. I will teach you how to make soft furnishings to a professional standard. These classes are suitable for students with minimal experience to advanced This is a very constructive workshop teaching valuable techniques which are often used when making other soft furnishing projects. You will learn how to make, join and attach piping, plus, insert a lapped zip in to the rear of the cushion. You will also learn...

I am City & Guilds trained and qualified in soft furnishing making and hold Level 3 Award in Education & Training. I will teach you how to make soft furnishings...

Three day course in upholstery and soft furnishings

Three day course in upholstery and soft furnishings

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 18th June 2021

There are 3 students on this course and Angie introduces them to the wonderful occupations of either upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers so that you can go home and transform your homes. She has been teaching for nearly 18 years from her home just outside Matlock on the edge of the peak District and aims to find a happy balance between learning and enjoyment. Some suggestions as to suitable projects are as follows: Upholstery - a fireside, winged armchair or a bedroom chair, traditional dining chair, headboard, footstool (small...

There are 3 students on this course and Angie introduces them to the wonderful occupations of either upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers so that you can go home and...

Bespoke Hand Stitched Roman Blinds - 1-2-1 Workshop - York

Bespoke Hand Stitched Roman Blinds - 1-2-1 Workshop - York

In-person course

North Yorkshire - Next course on 18th May 2021

Jacqueline invites you to slip away into your creative bubble for a professional, skill based workshop tailored specifically to your needs. This fun packed, busy workshop takes place in Jacqueline's own workroom just outside the beautiful, historical city of York. This full day workshop covers all the techniques and skills required to make elegant, bespoke hand stitched Roman Blinds. Is this course for me? Do you love elegant windows dressed with chic, neat Roman Blinds? Would you like to learn all the stitches and techniques required, all to a professional...

Jacqueline invites you to slip away into your creative bubble for a professional, skill based workshop tailored specifically to your needs. This fun packed, busy workshop takes place in Jacqueline's...

Patchwork cushion kits - to make yourself

Patchwork cushion kits - to make yourself

Patchwork Cushion kits - to make yourself. Try these simple to sew patchwork cushion kits. Each kit contains ready cut out fabric pieces plus full instructions to follow, with photos to help. The cushion cover can be sewn by machine or hand. Lots of lovely designs are available, These kits also make great gifts as they are easy to post. Each kit makes one 16" cushion cover. You can choose from the following: State you preference after paying, by messaging. Animals (woodland) Beach Huts Bees Butterflies Cats Chickens Fish Flowers...

Patchwork Cushion kits - to make yourself. Try these simple to sew patchwork cushion kits. Each kit contains ready cut out fabric pieces plus full instructions to follow, with photos...

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