Bring Your Own Upholstery Project - 1 day workshop - Week Days

Description

Would you love to refurbish a treasured piece of furniture and not sure how? Our practical hands on 1 day workshop is a wonderful way to start your upholstery journey or perhaps you’re already hooked and would like to improve your skills? At MODE Upholstery School we are dedicated to help you achieve this. You will receive a very high level of tuition as we limit our number of students to a maximum of 4. Our workshops are designed for all skill levels. The environment we offer enables you to work at your own pace in a friendly and productive environment providing you with the skill and confidence Your lead tutor Sarah, is a Master Upholsterer and has been teaching upholstery since 2012 so you can be assured that you will be in safe & knowledgeable hands. You will be guided step by step through the preparation and rebuild of your chosen project, be it a recover, reupholster or up-cycle. You will be: - Introduced to specialist tools and how to use them. - Clean and make good the framework, carry out basic frame repairs (please be aware major repairs may need a skilled carpenter). - Learn about different wood finishes from painting to French polishing. - Rebuild and upholster your chosen product using traditional or modern materials and methods sympathetic to the age of your furniture. What’s included: - A full set of tools are available for you to use during your time with MODE. If you have your own please do bring them with you. What to bring: - There is no limitation to the item of furniture you wish to bring along - as long as you can transport it to and from class. - If this is your first project a dining chair, footstool or headboard is an ideal starter project which can generally be completed in a day. Have a question? Send us a message, we’re happy to help.

What's included in the price?

- Tea, coffee & nibbles, etc, are available throughout the day. - Tools are provided for you to use during the workshop. - A comprehensive stock of upholstery supplies are available for purchase. - Ground floor workshop & free onsite secure parking.

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

MODE Upholstery School

with Craft Courses since 2018

Message the tutor

MODE Upholstery School is an independent training establishment offering workshops and courses in: -Traditional Upholstery - Modern Upholstery - Cushion making, box scatter, french tufted. - Modern and traditional lampshades - Window treatments, roman blinds, curtains, pelmets. We are dedicated to providing a high level of individual tuitional for our courses and workshops and limit our number of students to a maximum of 4