Introduction to upholstery

• Knowledge of general safety in the workshop

• Sourcing upholstery supplies and furniture to upholster second hand

• Basic timber construction of upholstered furniture

• Understanding the different methods of creating support structure for upholstered items and how to work with webbing

• How to select and use cushioning materials and techniques for working with upholstery foam and wadding

• How to select appropriate fabric and the different methods of affixing to a seat cushion and creating a fabric skirt

This workshop is aimed at people with no experience with woodwork. It is open to anyone 18 years and over.

The course is run using entirely hand tools so you need to be aware that there is an element of physicality involved.

By the end of this upholstery course, you will have:

• An appreciation of second hand materials and where to find them

• An understanding of the hand tools used in upholstery

• Knowledge of fundamental upholstery techniques

• The confidence to take on your own upholstery projects at home

• A custom made upholstered ottoman to take home

Among the Trees  is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse. We care deeply about the children’s well-being and are committed to acting in their best interest at all times. You can read our full Child Safe Policy here: https://www.amongthetrees.com.au/terms/childsafety 
Among The Trees accepts students under 18 in two groups:


• Students 13-15 years of age must attend all courses with a parent or guardian. This parent or guardian must also purchase a place in the course and take part. One parent/guardian is able to attend with multiple students.



• Students 16-17 years of age may attend a course without a parent or guardian present.

For all students under 18, the full name and contact information for parents and guardians must be provided when booking.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us.

A selection of fabric will be available to students at the class at a cost of $10 (please bring cash on the day).

Alternatively, students may supply their own fabric as per the following specifications:

• Be of a medium-weight such as cotton drill, cotton duck, bark cloth or soft furnishing fabric. Heavy-weight commercial upholstery fabric, thick denim or lightweight cotton such as quilting cotton are all unsuitable.

• You'll need a single piece of fabric 75cm x 60cm (or larger). No hemming on this piece is required.

• If bringing your own fabric Among the Trees encourages students to find second-hand fabric and recommends Reverse Garbage in Marrickville as a good source.

• You are encouraged to bring your own facemask, protective eyewear and ear protection however sanitised Personal Protective Equipment will be available to use. Any borrowed PPE needs to be sanitised after use.

• You are required to wear closed-toe shoes.

• Please wear clothing that can get dirty (e.g. sawdust will be present).

• Long hair needs to be tied back and no loose hanging jewellery should be worn.