Bring Your Own' - Upholstery Weekend Course
10th - 11th May 2025
Ever wanted to try upholstery for yourself? Well now is your chance… our bespoke ‘Bring Your Own’ course offers the perfect introduction into the world of Upholstery. It’s a great way to make new friends, learn a new skill and of course enjoy some cakes and refreshments - and best of all… you get to work on your own item as a project!
Our ‘Bring Your Own’ classes are limited to 4 students, so you will have plenty of teaching time with one of our highly skilled tutors under the direction of our founder.
All sundries, materials and tools are included except for replacement foam, springs, fire retardant Calico, woollen inter-liner, any traditional fillings and the top fabric. This can be purchased whilst on the course and we can provide a rough estimate of these costs on initial inspection.
On the day, all you need to bring is your project and fabric of choice (alternatively you can purchase fabric from our large range with a 15% discount).
Our 15 hour introductory weekend course includes (clearly this depends on your project):
Introduction to the basics of upholstery
Introduction to Upholstery Tools & Workshop
Brief Introduction into the history of furniture
Stretching webbing
Fixing with staples
Attaching hessian
Foam cutting
Folding around corners and legs
Material / top fabric consideration
Anything else relevant to your own project
10th - 11th May 2025
Ever wanted to try upholstery for yourself? Well now is your chance… our bespoke ‘Bring Your Own’ course offers the perfect introduction into the world of Upholstery. It’s a great way to make new friends, learn a new skill and of course enjoy some cakes and refreshments - and best of all… you get to work on your own item as a project!
Our ‘Bring Your Own’ classes are limited to 4 students, so you will have plenty of teaching time with one of our highly skilled tutors under the direction of our founder.
All sundries, materials and tools are included except for replacement foam, springs, fire retardant Calico, woollen inter-liner, any traditional fillings and the top fabric. This can be purchased whilst on the course and we can provide a rough estimate of these costs on initial inspection.
On the day, all you need to bring is your project and fabric of choice (alternatively you can purchase fabric from our large range with a 15% discount).
Our 15 hour introductory weekend course includes (clearly this depends on your project):
Introduction to the basics of upholstery
Introduction to Upholstery Tools & Workshop
Brief Introduction into the history of furniture
Stretching webbing
Fixing with staples
Attaching hessian
Foam cutting
Folding around corners and legs
Material / top fabric consideration
Anything else relevant to your own project
10th - 11th May 2025
Ever wanted to try upholstery for yourself? Well now is your chance… our bespoke ‘Bring Your Own’ course offers the perfect introduction into the world of Upholstery. It’s a great way to make new friends, learn a new skill and of course enjoy some cakes and refreshments - and best of all… you get to work on your own item as a project!
Our ‘Bring Your Own’ classes are limited to 4 students, so you will have plenty of teaching time with one of our highly skilled tutors under the direction of our founder.
All sundries, materials and tools are included except for replacement foam, springs, fire retardant Calico, woollen inter-liner, any traditional fillings and the top fabric. This can be purchased whilst on the course and we can provide a rough estimate of these costs on initial inspection.
On the day, all you need to bring is your project and fabric of choice (alternatively you can purchase fabric from our large range with a 15% discount).
Our 15 hour introductory weekend course includes (clearly this depends on your project):
Introduction to the basics of upholstery
Introduction to Upholstery Tools & Workshop
Brief Introduction into the history of furniture
Stretching webbing
Fixing with staples
Attaching hessian
Foam cutting
Folding around corners and legs
Material / top fabric consideration
Anything else relevant to your own project
How to book. Email us at hello@gadsbydesign.com with a picture and brief description of your piece of furniture. We will then agree whether or not it is suitable to complete as your project. Please note that you should be looking at completing a footstool, simple dining chair or similar on this course.
Location. The course takes place at our studio workshop, where you will have the use of all the correct tools for the job. All you need is enough top cover fabric, although this can be purchased from us during the course, once you know the amount and suitability required.
Our Address: The Old Workshop, Home Farm Business Centre, Minety, Malmesbury, SN16 9PL.
Duration. The course is delivered over a 15 teaching period, split over a Saturday and Sunday (0930-1700hrs). If your project is not finished in the allocated time, additional sessions can be booked either as part of a new course, or individually as required - existing students get a 15% discounted rate for their next course.
Refreshments. Refreshments in the form of tea, coffee, soft drinks and fresh cakes will be provided.
Attendance. The maximum number who can attend each course is limited to 4 students. This ensures the highest possible level of teacher to student ratios.
Tutor. The primary tutor will be our founder - Petra Gadsby.
Payment Options. You can pay either using a Credit Card, Apple Pay, PayPal (including Pay in 3) or call us to set up a payment plan.
Cancellation Policy. The course is fully refundable up to 21 days prior to the start date. There will be a 50% charge for cancellations thereafter.