Upholster a Dining Chair CANCELLED (OL09L14A)

Course overview

Introduction to the basic techniques of upholstery. Learn how to upholster a drop in seat for a dining chair. Upholstery is a process; a methodical, yet deeply satisfying hobby that cannot be rushed. Develop your skills gradually and be amazed by what you can produce.

Where This is an online course.

When Friday, 10:00am - 12:00pm from 25th September 2020 until 23rd October 2020 for 5 weeks.

Cost The full fee is £66.00. The concessionary fee is £34.00.


Additional Costs
You will need to provide materials for this course. Your tutor will advise you of what you need as the course progresses.

What you already need to know

This course is aimed at complete beginners and those with some basic upholstery experience. The course will be structured so that all learners work together through the upholstery process working on a dining chair with 'drop in' seat.

What you will learn

Upholstery is a process and Emma will take you through these step by step.
Topics covered will include:
- Basic tear back
- Order of operations for upholstered furniture
- Correct measuring and cutting of fabric
- How to centre and tension fabric for a smooth finish
- Introduce you to trims / pleats / easement cuts
- Foam selection and ratios for creating a foam insert

How you will learn it

Using the online medium you will learn directly from your tutor as well as through presentations, videos, online resources and group discussion. You will have plenty of opportunity to develop your practical skills and your tutor will give you guidance and feedback.

Bring to the first session

ACRES' online courses will be taught in real time using the video platform Google Meet, supported by other online resources. To ensure you get the most out of the course and can fully participate in the sessions you will interact with your tutor and other students through speaking, listening and the chat function, as well as being able to see each other via the video links, though you can turn off your camera and microphone at any time.

You will therefore need to have access to either a laptop, computer or portable device (eg tablet or phone) (this ideally needs to be less than 5 years old), with a camera / webcam and microphone, as well as a good broadband / Wi-Fi connection.

Though it is not essential, you may choose to create a separate email account for your online learning (preferably Gmail which is most compatible with Google Meet). This will give you the added security to allow you to share your email address with your tutor and other students on the course to enhance your learning experience, without disclosing your personal information.

At the start of the course and before each lesson your tutor will send you an invitation with a link to join the class and any further information including resources and equipment you will need for the lesson.


Materials and items you will need to do the course

For the first session you will need a dining chair with 'drop in' seat.
The fabric you would like to use, enough to cover the cushion area with some to spare
Flat blade and posidrive (cross headed) screwdriver
Round nose pliers
Electric staple gun click here to see an example

Later in the course you may need other tools and materials specific to your project, your tutor will advise you of what you will need.

Some of the practical work involves removing old or damaged materials, you may wish to protect your eyes during practical work with goggles or safety glasses.

Extra study or practice

You will need to continue work started in class ready for the next lesson

How to enrol

You can enrol by phoning ACRES' House on 01825 761820 on Monday to Friday between 9:30 am and 4 pm. Alternatively, to register your interest in a course please email adultlearning@acres.org.uk with the course title and your contact details and a member of the team will call you back to enrol you on your chosen course.

Previous students say

"I have learnt so much, I didn't realise there was so much to learn."
"It has been really good fun, I have transformed by Mum's old footstool into a funky new one. She would have been delighted."
"Emma is an amazing teacher. She is patient and really knows her stuff."

Next steps within this subject with ACRES

Join Emma online for the next course and learn how to upholster a footstool.
Upholster a Footstool

Future steps beyond ACRES

Find out about other courses with the National Careers Service for opportunities to extend your skills and knowledge.

Further information

Please visit the ACRES website, see our brochure, or alternatively contact a member of the team on 01825 761820.