Upholstery Workshop

Learn about the tools used, and how furniture is constructed:

• What to look for in furniture when reupholstering
• Material types, estimating yardage, additional consumables
• Where to purchase materials and supplies
• Stripping furniture, basic repairs to wood frames, arms, seats and backs
• Upholstery sewing machine operation and maintenance required
• Pattern layouts, constructing weld cord edging, cutting foam
• Hand sewing techniques, button making press, tack strips straight & curved edges
• Stretching vinyl materials, fastening with air staplers
• Construct some items such as cushions,pillows, and small duffel bags.