Upholstery


Learn to restore your upholstered furniture, starting with small projects such as a dining chair. You will learn the basic techniques that will give you the confidence to progress to larger pieces.
(Additional costs for materials).

Target Audience:

This course is for those wanting to learn how to restore their upholstered furniture.

Things to bring along:

  • Notebook
  • Pen
  • Small piece of furniture (chair etc.)
  • Tack hammer or small hammer
  • Flathead screwdriver
  • Staple remover
  • Scissors
  • Side cutters
  • Pliers

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the basics of upholstery
  • Tools use and application
  • Restoration and repair

Learning Methods:

This is a face-to-face class running for 8 weeks with class one day a week.

Program Benefits:

  • Learn to repair and reupholster items.

Content:

  • Introduction and project scopes
  • Removing old fabric
  • Choosing fabrics and finishes
  • Techniques for upholstery projects
  • Tools and their uses
  • Finishing techniques

Upcoming Workshops

Name Date Time Location Available Spaces Cost
96UPHW425 – Upholstery Saturday, March 7, 2026 10:00 am – 01:00 pm Penrith Campus 8 $165.00