Learn the fundamental techniques and skills necessary to reupholster furniture and create upholstered items by starting with a simple Eastlake style chair. This class is suitable for beginners with little to no upholstery experience, as well as those looking to refresh their skills. With upholstered projects, it all starts with the foundation. The hands-on experience of taking a chair from the frame to the finishing fabric and trim will introduce students to the knowledge and techniques needed to tackle a wide range of upholstery projects. Each student will be supplied with a chair frame and basic supplies to complete a full-size upholstered chair. Everyone will learn how and why to use certain tools to staple, tack, or sew the fabric. Participants will apply the jute webbing and springs and foam padding with an understanding of how the seating system is created for durability and comfort. Learn to properly measure and cut fabric for the project. Finishing techniques such as adding decorative gimp, nail heads, and covered welt cord will be covered. Overall, this upholstery class aims to provide foundational knowledge and practical experience, empowering attendees to undertake their own upholstery projects with confidence. Students may bring their own chair, but are required to submit a photo and measurements for approval. The chair must be similar in construction to the class project.

Students are encouraged to bring three yards of decorative upholstery weight cover fabric to finish their chairs.