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.
?Dates for this class will be available in December for Term 1 2026.
?Dates for this class will be available in December for Term 1 2026.
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