MODE Upholstery School reviews

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."

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

"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."

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."

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."

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

"Sarah really knows what she is doing! She explains everything in a clear and straightforward way and her instructions make it easy for you to follow. You are made to feel very welcome and the whole day just flys by. An added delight are the excellent cakes and lunches provided by Sarah - delicious. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable and highly productive day which I would definitely recommend."

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

"This was an excellent course, from booking through to waving goodbye as I proudly left with my almost-completed chair. I had never done any upholstery before and was naturally a little unsure of what I was letting myself in for, but Sarah was very clear and reassuring when I contacted her in advance and the day itself exceeded my expectations. She has the ideal qualities for teaching: she seriously knows her stuff and has what seems to be unlimited patience and a calm, unhurried manner. With only 3 in the class there was plenty of time for detailed instruction and help. My 1930s chair is totally transformed - now I just need to give the other 3 in the set the same treatment!"

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

"This was our twelfth course through Craft Courses.com and we were not disappointed. A very good day, and from our experience a top tier course. The tuition is excellent and the safety briefing at the start was probably the best we have experienced (we like to come back from our courses with all body parts intact, as we are often using tools we haven't used before). We were able to finish our chair / stool in the day, and that is a sign of a good tutor who takes you through steps in a smoothly. You are definitely doing the tasks yourself, so its all your own work but help is at hand when you get stuck or doing the more twiddly bits. We often find that each craft has its own language and tools that were carefully explained. This time the magnetic tack hammer was our favourite. Catering and lunch in particular was excellent."

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

"I was a complete beginner and a little nervous. Sarah was so welcoming and put me at easy straight away. I was surprised at how much I managed to achieve in one day. I would highly recommend this course and I'm hoping to do the 5 week course in the future. Also had a great lunch."

Jane Renfrew reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"This was a fabulous course. Sarah was informative and an excellent teacher. She was also very patient and personable and made the 2 days really good fun. I have come away with a lovely skill and a fabulous lampshade!"

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

"Sarah is a very patient , kind and meticulous teacher . l really enjoyed upholstering my french bed with her and was made to feel very welcome . Lovely surroundings and lunch just added to a lovely day . Would absolutely recommend and definitely will be going back myself ."

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

"Really good day with Sarah doing upholstery. Excellent tuition with only 3 in class. Very good catering with drinks and biscuits readily to hand. Great learning opportunity . I would thoroughly recommend"

MODE Upholstery School responded:

"Thank you Marie for your kind review and I’m so glad you enjoyed the day. I will pop the double piping in the post to you this week. Sarah"

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

"I chose to do a day course with Sarah as she is registered with the AMUSF and having recently completed the AMUSF Diploma myself, I recognised the level of proficiency required by Sarah to be accredited with them. I went with the specific aim to practice traditional upholstery techniques and found her to be informative, attentive and highly professional. I enjoyed the experience so much I then booked and completed a traditional lampshade making course with her and would not hesitate in attending another course. Thanks so much."

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

"i cannot recommend Sarah & her courses highly enough. Sarah is a patient and nurturing teacher. I was very nervous as I had no knowledge of upholstery. I was so pleased with the results and never thought I could produce a chair and footstool with such a professional finish. Sarah’s knowledge and ability to instruct in a way you can understand is excellent. I’ve learnt so much and have booked my 3rd course in August. Look forward to seeing you in the summer to make ‘coir clouds’, Jx"

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

"This was a perfect introduction to upholstery and so enjoyable. Sarah’s teaching skills are very clear and easy to understand, I wasnt expecting to finish my chair, the day went so quickly and I was surprised at how much I learnt. Fab lunch and lovely biscuits!!"

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

"After spending two days with Sarah on her traditional lampshade making course, I was inspired to learn the art of upholstery. I have completed a number of 5 week courses since July 2017. I feel that I am now ready to embark on a career in upholstery. I have loved my time at the farm in Sarah’s training room and her lunches are fabulous. I will be returning to Sarah for further expert tuition as my business progresses. Many thanks as always."

Francesca reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"Having worked in fashion and theatre for many years, I’ve always wanted to learn how to make traditional lampshades. This really is a fantastic course and the knowlege I gained in just two days has provided me with the skills and confidence to update all the lampshades in my house. After meeting Sarah I signed up for her upholstery course and highly recommend her courses, training skills and patience, thank you."

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

"This was my first time learning upholstery. The one day course was perfect for my first chair. Sarah is lovely and a great teacher. It has definitely made me want to learn more."

Jackie Cook reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"I first met Sarah when she upholstered a chair for me and was impressed by her professionalism. She is a really good teacher, has endless patience and the ability to convey knowledge in an understandable way. The two days were great fun and I felt the lampshade I left with was a really good standard. The lovely lunches and coffee breaks added to my enjoyment of this course."

Tracy reviewed: Weekend Traditional Lampshade Making Workshop

"Sarah's instructions are clear and precise. Having absolutely no previous experience of lampshade making, I was really pleased with the professional looking results I achieved."