Traditional Upholstery 1-Day Introductory Course
Description
This 1-day taster is designed as an introduction for the complete beginner. It is for anyone who wishes to try their hand at the heritage craft of traditional upholstery before committing to a longer course. It is also perfect as a gift, as an experience day or group event. We take you through the construction of a traditional seat pad on an antique or vintage chair, using traditional methods and materials. You work side by side with fellow students and get to take home your finished chair at the end of the day. You can then paint or polish your frame at home.
What's included in the price?
1. Antique or vintage dining/occasional chair with drop in seat pad. 2. All traditional materials required. 3. Piece of fabric (we have a large box of fabric pieces and end of rolls (or you can bring your own as long as it is suitable for upholstery). 4. Use of tools and equipment. 5. Expert tuition from AMUSF qualified and experienced tutor.
Duration
7 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Cheddar Upholstery School has been running alongside the commercial upholstery & interiors business (Pretty Sitting) at Barrows House in Tweentown, Cheddar since 2019. Both businesses are owned and managed by Jill Humphrey, AMUSF who is an experienced master upholsterer and tutor. We run daytime and evening courses, weekend workshops and summer schools in traditional and modern upholstery as well as soft furnishings and interior design. All our courses are suitable for beginners as well as improvers and are designed to be fun, creative, and educational.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Limited mobility
- Corporate days out & team building
- Suitable for beginners
- Parking provided
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
FAQs
No, most of our courses are suitable for the complete beginner or those with little experience of the craft.
All upholstery materials will be supplied during your course. We make a charge for materials according to how much you use which is invoiced to you at the end of your course. You are welcome to bring your own fabric, but it is best to check with your tutor about quantity required and suitability before you make a purchase. We do have end of rolls and remnants in the workshop to purchase on the day or you can pre-order from our fabric suppliers if you leave enough time before the start of your course.
No, we provide all the hand tools that you will need. We also instruct you how to use the equipment, such as pneumatic staple guns, drills etc. You will be shown how to use all equipment and tools safely.
Yes. You can park in front of the workshop to offload your chair then re-park on the side street adjacent to the venue.
Venue
