MODE Upholstery School reviews

14 Jul 20'

Anna thomas reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Fantastic day with Sarah, she's a great teacher, very patient and is very knowledgeable. The chair project I worked on was able to be completed on the day, and I have since put what I learnt to the test and completed more chairs at home. Sarah is also being very aware of the current situation with Covid 19, and ensured that social distancing was maintained, gloves and masks were used and things were sanitised after use - both tools and toilets - which was really reassuring. Thanks so much Sarah - I hope to be back soon!"

14 Jul 20'

Ian Cunnington reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Thanks very much for a great day, I really enjoyed learning new skills from Sarah, a very good, patient and knowledgeable tutor. The room was well laid out with all the correct social distancing precautions in place and the tools were all on the tables and easily to hand. During the day I managed to get quite a way through upholstering my antique chair, and with the knowledge gained I have now completed it."

8 Mar 20'

Mags reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Block of 5 days

"Thank you, Thank you - Sarah you are an amazing teacher!!! As you know I was a little nervous about taking my chair apart, the transformation is brilliant and so professional. My husband loves it and he’s the only one allowed to sit in it. This is the second time I’ve booked a course with Sarah and I can’t recommend her classes enough. She explains the processes to suit your learning style. I’ve been on a number of courses, this is the only one where I’m leaving with the confidence to embark on a upholstery project at home. The training room is a great learning space equipped with everything you need. Sarah provides refreshments throughout the day and a lovely lunch. If you’re looking to learn upholstery, Sarah’s your girl!!!"

25 Feb 20'

Alison Stattersfield reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"I have just attended Sarah's 2-day workshop on traditional lampshade making and can thoroughly recommend it. I wasn't sure what to expect, being a complete novice, and might have been a bit daunted if I had known. But Sarah led us calmly through all the stages and, miraculously, everything worked, including getting a rectangular piece of fabric onto a shaped shade with no creases! Sarah was very generous with her tips and information and imparted a wealth of knowledge. The results were lovely and we all finished feeling inspired to have a go on our own."

29 Jan 20'

Catherine reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Excellent taste day. Sarah was lovely and made me feel at ease. The learning environment was great and even the lunch was lovely. She was amazingly patient and I really enjoyed the day and learnt a tremendous amount. Thank you ?"

28 Jan 20'

Vikki Browning reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Sarah is welcoming and is a great tutor. I didn’t choose the easiest furniture item to learn on, but she made it easy for me. Fabulous day and a great lunch!"

27 Jan 20'

Sue reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Block of 5 days

"I have just completed a 5 day upholstery course with Sarah. I was apprehensive as my skill level was non existent. However Sarah is an excellent teacher and soon builds up your skills and gives you the confidence to work on your chair. Sarah is great at keeping you fuelled with biscuits, drinks and lunch. Her groups are friendly and small enough to learn and watch others completing many different projects. A great experience - thank you."

27 Jan 20'

Jane Edlington reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"An amazing course and cannot recommend it enough! I went along for a one day taster session with a telephone table seat pad to cover. Sarah is both very knowledgable & a super teacher. She has the knack of clearly explaining & demonstrating every little step but then ensures the participant actually does the work. I finished the day with a really professionally covered seat pad that has freshened up a classic piece of furniture wonderfully. Class sizes are super small and Sarah is always there to help when needed. I learned loads!! After the course I’ve been able to independently complete a couple of similar projects. I’m now addicted and will be back for the 5 day course with a bigger project!! Additionally..... the setting is lovely: a beautiful farm house that’s immaculately furnished. Lunch was a delight.... not just the food but the company. Most definitely a highly recommended day!"

14 Jan 20'

Melanie Jest reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"I went along for a Saturday course, the class was small and there were only 3 of us, Sarah's max is 4 so she has plenty of time to help each person. Sarah is very welcoming and warm and is a fab teacher. She is a very skilled lady and it was a pleasure to learn from the best. I am now looking forward to returning one Saturday to start on a new project."

13 Jan 20'

P David reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"A super day learning about the skills used in upholstery and producing my first small piece of upholstered furniture . Sarah is a passionate and knowledgable teacher who demonstrates, supports and guides you to develop your upholstery skills in a lovely well equipped environment. A thoroughly enjoyable day and I will be going back!"

1 Oct 19'

Hannah Barham reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"Great course with excellent tutoring! Would definitely attend any further courses hosted by Sarah!"

30 Sep 19'

Susannah Yorke reviewed: DELETE-Business Course in Traditional & Modern Upholstery (Taster Day)

"A day spent in Sarah’s tranquil upholstery studio, is just the tonic to escape the pressures of todays fast living. To stop and learn a new skill, while having a bit of ‘me time’ is what I craved and this course delivers in spades. Sarah shares her extensive knowledge in a friendly, relaxed manner and imparts best practises and trade secrets that you won’t glean from a book. Her enthusiasm is contagious and you’ll soon find yourself browsing fabric sites and collecting chairs to practise your new skills. I highly recommend the diploma, along with the delicious lunches and encouraging cups of tea."

30 Sep 19'

Claire pike reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"I had a fabulous weekend with Sarah learning to make a lampshade. Sarah was very informative and knowledgeable and nothing was too much trouble. She took us through step by step and everything was very well explained. No question was a silly question and Sarah made everyone feel so welcome. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Sarah and I can’t wait to return to continue with my learning."

24 Sep 19'

Katie Denyer reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"I recently completed the two day lampshade course and absolutely loved it. Sarah is a superb teacher who goes through the lampshade making process in great detail leaving you feeling equipped to have a go. I was very grateful for Sarah’s patience with supporting through the whole process. Th refreshments over the two days are delicious! I highly recommend this course ."

18 Aug 19'

Wendy reviewed: DELETE-Business Course in Traditional & Modern Upholstery (Taster Day)

"Sarah's upholstery tuition is first class. She is welcoming, exceptionally knowledgeable and a pleasure to work alongside. Sarah is generous with her time and skills giving her students a superb blend of practical skill, confidence in their craftsmanship and career guidance. Sarah's well equipped workshop is the perfect learning environment. She is a fantastic host providing lovely lunches and refreshments. All going to form a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere in which to learn, not just what is described in the course outline but so much more. I have enjoyed my diploma course with Sarah enormously and cannot recommend her highly enough."

19 Feb 19'

Kay reviewed: DELETE-Business Course in Traditional & Modern Upholstery (Taster Day)

"After comparing various courses, I definitely feel that I made the right choice in choosing Sarah Wood Upholstery. Sarah’s calm and relaxed manner helps build confidence in the craft, she is both a patient and a natural teacher who draws from her years of experience and provides teaching methods sourced from various proven scholars of upholstery. I particularly value all the tips and advice that go beyond the pages of the books. The sessions are restricted to a maximum of 3 students, this being a huge positive compared to other course providers. The flexibility in completing the course was also hugely beneficial, particularly when balancing family commitments. Sarah has designed a course which I feel will confidently prepare me in my new chosen career path. I have already completed my first commission, which was as a direct result of a referral by Sarah. I couldn’t recommend this course enough, the workroom is located within a lovely farm in Cambridgeshire and fab lunches are always provided."

15 Feb 19'

Nicola reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Such a fabulous, relaxing day! Sarah is a great teacher, informative and with a wealth of experience to draw from. I learnt such a lot in one day and came away with a beautifully upholstered chair and the desire to do more. This is a lovely way to spend a Saturday in a calm, creative environment with likeminded people (and with a great lunch too!)"

13 Feb 19'

Rebecca Jan reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"I have never done any upholstery before. I went with my daughter on the 9th Feb she bought the course for me as a gift. I so loved it. Sarah is patient, extremely knowleadgable and funny, and encourages you. I had no idea upholstery was so involved. I was very happy with the result of my endeavours and am booking a second session. Thank you Sarah."

12 Feb 19'

Ruth Morgan reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Better than any spa day! Such a relaxing and productive use of time to de-stress, be creative, and physically transform something tired and battered into a beautiful creation. Sarah is patient, clear, funny, a very good teacher who advises but ultimately steps back and lets you create what you want and learn from her expertise. I've booked to go again! Can't wait!"

24 Jan 19'

Susan reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"This was my first experience of upholstery and I had a fabulous day learning how to reupholster a chair. Sarah is a wonderful teacher, giving clear, easy to follow instructions. With only 3 people in the class Sarah was able to give individual help. Tea, coffee and biscuits were provided throughout the day and Sarah gave us a delicious lunch too, which gave us time to chat. I would highly recommend this course...it has inspired me to learn more about this craft."

21 Jan 19'

Kathryn reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

"Along with other reviews I have read, Sarah was an excellent tutor of her craft. I thoroughly enjoyed my upholstery session on Saturday. Training environment is perfect and it was good that the class was small allowing plenty of time to explain. Lunch was another another perk allowing time to get to know others on the course. I would recommend this training to anyone think of this as a career or as a relaxing one off session."

16 Jan 19'

Rhiannon Mahoney reviewed: DELETE-Business Course in Traditional & Modern Upholstery (Taster Day)

"It is a pleasure to work alongside and learn from Sarah. She is extremely knowledgable and shares her skills and experiences of upholstery generously. Sarah’s calm and friendly disposition, combined with clear explanations, make her a fantastic teacher. The, well equipped, workshop is both practical and comfortable - an ideal space for Sarah’s personalised small group tuition. I initially booked a five week upholstery course intending to develop a new skill however, I enjoyed my time so much that I am now persuing a diploma. I highly recommend Sarah and her well informed tuition."

16 Jan 19'

Rhiannon Mahoney reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Block of 5 days

16 Jan 19'

Steph reviewed: DELETE-Business Course in Traditional & Modern Upholstery (Taster Day)

"I am currently working towards the diploma in upholstery with Sarah (this is after having completed the 5 week course which I loved so much!). Sarah is very knowledgeable and is more than happy to share her wealth of knowledge and skills with you. Her way of teaching is very practical and thoroughly enjoyable. She has also helped me find some furniture pieces,tools, materials and given me fabric ideas. The small student numbers also means that you get help and advice when needed throughout the day. A wonderful lady with excellent skills and courses, I can't recommend Sarah and her courses enough."

16 Jan 19'

Steph reviewed: Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - Block of 5 days

"I completed the 5 week course with Sarah and enjoyed it so much that I then began the diploma course. Sarah is extremely knowledgeable and has excellent teaching skills. Her lunches are lovely! She really makes you feel at home,and I am thoroughly enjoying learning about the art of upholstery with Sarah. I can thoroughly recommend her and her courses."