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One day upholstery workshops to make a footstool or headboard

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One day upholstery workshops to make a footstool or headboard

In-person course

Lancashire - Next course on 3rd July 2021

£155

Make your own footstool or headboard in just one day in the relaxed rural setting of the Lune Valley just south of Kirkby Lonsdale, on the border of the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. Or bring a dining chair to re-cover if you prefer. All the upholstery workshops are guided by Sue Marsden. Sue is the owner of Tuffett and makes bespoke footstools for clients throughout the UK. She also teaches upholstery and runs weekly classes. These one-day classes are for those who live further away or who haven’t...

Make your own footstool or headboard in just one day in the relaxed rural setting of the Lune Valley just south of Kirkby Lonsdale, on the border of the Yorkshire...

Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

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Upholstery and upcycling furniture and interiors

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 20th April 2021

£110

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...

Bring your own Upholstery Project - One Day Workshop (flexible dates)

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Bring your own Upholstery Project - One Day Workshop (flexible dates)

In-person course

Cambridgeshire - Next course on 18th April 2021

£85

Bring your own Upholstery Project - 9.30am - 4.45pm We schedule your day to suit your availability once your booking has been received. The one day workshops run continually throughout the year giving you the flexibility to choose your day. Open to all experience levels from beginner to improver. You will learn an array of skills depending on your project. Your tutor will guide you how to sympathetically strip away existing upholstery, clean and carry out basic repairs, polish or paint show wood before building up the upholstery using traditional...

Bring your own Upholstery Project - 9.30am - 4.45pm We schedule your day to suit your availability once your booking has been received. The one day workshops run continually throughout...

Furniture restoration and related skills at Craven Conservation & Restoration on Cambs/Suffolk border.

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Furniture restoration and related skills at Craven Conservation & Restoration on Cambs/Suffolk border.

In-person course

Cambridgeshire - Next course on 18th April 2021

£149

At Craven Conservation, join a one day furniture restoration course which is flexible to meet the needs of students. We can tailor the course for total beginners to more experienced students. You can learn a new skill, meet new people and relax by doing something different from your day job. We have facilities for all aspects of furniture restoration and decorative arts. This includes subjects like general restoration, cabinetmaking, upholstery, surface finishing, woodturning, marquetry and gilding, to name but a few. The course is run by qualified tutors in a...

At Craven Conservation, join a one day furniture restoration course which is flexible to meet the needs of students. We can tailor the course for total beginners to more experienced...

2 day upholstery course in York City Centre

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2 day upholstery course in York City Centre

In-person course

North Yorkshire - Next course on 5th August 2021

£185

Learn to upholster a dining or bedroom chair, using age old upholstery techniques: webbing, stuffing, stitching the seat pad into shape, tensioning of fabrics and develop an eye for the finishing details. The weekend is scheduled for you to be able to complete a chair with a traditionally upholstered chair seat. A chair with a back and/or arms may take longer than 1 weekend. Modern foam upholstery can also be accommodated. I'm happy to advise on suitable furniture and fabric. Points to remember: - I cannot accommodate a big item...

Learn to upholster a dining or bedroom chair, using age old upholstery techniques: webbing, stuffing, stitching the seat pad into shape, tensioning of fabrics and develop an eye for the...

Upholstery Workshop - learn to make and upholster a footstool in Grappenhall, Warrington, Cheshire - by The Boho Shed

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Upholstery Workshop - learn to make and upholster a footstool in Grappenhall, Warrington, Cheshire - by The Boho Shed

In-person course

Cheshire - Next course on 24th June 2021

£110

Hello, we hope you are all well and safe. We are delighted to announce we will be back up and running in the summer after the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions have been lifted and hope you will find our workshops a welcome delight after the very difficult times we have all had Learn the wonderful craft of upholstery (no previous experience needed) by making and upholstering a lovely footstool from scratch in one day to take home with you whilst making some new like minded friends in a relaxed, supportive and...

Hello, we hope you are all well and safe. We are delighted to announce we will be back up and running in the summer after the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions have...

Gold AWARD

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Footstool making workshop - weekend

In-person course

Cumbria - Next course on 22nd May 2021

£200

This footstool making workshop is perfect for beginners, people who have a little bit of upholstery experience and those who would like a refresher. You will be introduced to modern upholstery techniques and learn to create a footstool to take home and keep. These footstools make a perfect addition to any home and can also be used as a coffee table if you put a try on top. There are 3 different size footstools to choose from - 15" x 12", 15" x 24" and 24" x 24", but if...

This footstool making workshop is perfect for beginners, people who have a little bit of upholstery experience and those who would like a refresher. You will be introduced to modern...

Long weekend in upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers

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(12)

Long weekend in upholstery, soft furnishings or loose covers

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 30th April 2021

£520

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

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(10)

Upholstery and soft furnishings 2 day course

In-person course

Derbyshire - Next course on 19th June 2021

£230

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...

Upholstery Workshop - learn to make and upholster a footstool in Poynton, Stockport by The Boho Shed

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Upholstery Workshop - learn to make and upholster a footstool in Poynton, Stockport by The Boho Shed

In-person course

Greater Manchester - Next course on 26th June 2021

£110

Hello, we hope you are all well and safe. We are delighted to announce we will be back up and running in the summer after the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions have been lifted and hope you will find our workshops a welcome delight after the very difficult times we have all had Learn the wonderful craft of upholstery (no previous experience needed) by making and upholstering a lovely footstool from scratch in one day to take home with you whilst making some new like minded friends in a relaxed, supportive and...

Hello, we hope you are all well and safe. We are delighted to announce we will be back up and running in the summer after the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions have...