Traditional Upholstery Weekend Workshop

Come and learn the amazing craft of upholstery.

A perfect introduction to the craft of traditional, hand-made, upholstery. No time consuming stripping of old coverings and stuffing’s – you can dive straight into learning new skills and techniques.

You will use sustainable materials and learn upholstery techniques, including:-

• Using an upholstery hammer and tacks and hand staple gun
• Webbing using a web-stretching tool
• Creating platforms using hessian
• Apply a sustainable alternative to foam, which is both recyclable and made with recycled plastic
• Covering and cutting your top cover\Adding a bottom cloth.

All you need to bring along is 1m of Upholstery weight fabric and your enthusiasm!

Who is this course for?

Beginners and those who would like to learn traditional upholstery techniques.

The course is limited to a maximum of six people to ensure participants are fully supported.

Participants must be aged 18 years and over.

Additional information

Lunch is available to purchase from The River Kitchen at the Museum of Making or various eateries and shops in the city centre. Please dress ready for the workshop, and please wear steel toe-capped boots.

Questions?

If you have any questions or specific requirements regarding attending this course please feel free to get in touch by contacting us at info@derbymuseums.org.

About the maker:

Katie is a City & Guilds qualified upholsterer and maker who runs an upholstery workshop and teaching Studio at Spode Works in Stoke. She has taught craft skills for the past 15 years, having previously worked in the furniture industry as a City & Guilds Trainer/Assessor. There, she taught traditional upholstery courses to apprentices and basic furniture making to young people who were struggling in mainstream education. She has a degree in the History of Art & Design and an MA in Heritage Management. Before her upholstery training, she worked for organisations including The National Archives and the National Trust, where she gained special insight into the history of designed objects and the stories they tell.

Course booking terms and conditions:

Please note that if you choose to cancel your place your ticket price will be refunded minus the Ticket Source service fee. Your total refund is dependent on the number of days notice given:

• A minimum of 7 days before the event – full refund – minus TicketSource fee
• 6 – 3 days before event – 50% refund minus TicketSource fee
• 2 days before event – no refund
  In the event that Derby Museums needs to cancel a workshop, your ticket will be refunded in full.