Description
Learn to make tailored lampshades - a day of bespoke tuition to master core skills. The classic tailored lampshade has a curvy shape and a beautifully fitted cover. Variations in shape, size and style are enormous, yet the techniques remain the same. You can learn this creative, highly versatile and useful skill in just one day. Book a day of one-to-one tuition with an expert lampshade tutor – Joanna, Mel or Naomi – in the sewing room at Traditional Upholstery School. You’ll be taught all the core skills, from binding to pattern cutting, fitting and hand stitching, to adding the final flourish of trims. Every stage is taught step by step to a professional standard and at your own pace. At the end of an enjoyable and rewarding day you will take home your own beautiful lampshade and the skills to make many more. This day is suitable for beginners and sewers alike and can be booked for 1 or 2 people. Bookable on a day to suit you, please message us via 'Contact the Tutor' button to confirm a mutually convenient date.
What's included in the price?
• A 10in or 12in scalloped empire or empire lampshade frame, which is the optimum size and shape for learning on. • Binding tape and suitable cotton linings in shades of white. • Pins, scissors and all the specialist sundries. • Sewing machines. • Tea, coffee, cold drinks and snacks are provided throughout the day.
Duration
7½ hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
The Traditional Upholstery School is based in lovely, roomy workrooms near Bradford on Avon in rural Wiltshire. It offers a range of professional upholstery and lampshade making skills workshops. It was founded by Joanna Heptinstall, author of 'Sewing Lampshades'. Traditional Upholstery School is one of Britain's few training centres delivering AMUSF accredited training.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Suitable for beginners
