2-Day Mid-Century Dining Chair Upholstery and Timber Restoration Workshop
2-Day Mid-Century Dining Chair Upholstery and Timber Restoration Workshop
This hands-on workshop is designed to teach participants the fundamental skills and techniques needed to restore and upholster mid-century dining chairs. Over two days, participants will learn the basics of upholstery and timber restoration, from assessing the condition of the chair to the final finishing touches.
Day 1: Chair Assessment and Timber restoration
Morning Session (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
Introduction to upholstery and timber restoration
Typical dining chairs in the mid-century period
Tools and materials overview
Safety precautions
Chair assessment: Identifying structural issues and damage
Disassembling the chair
Removing upholstery materials
Exploring timber restoration techniques from the era.
Afternoon Session (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM):
Start the timber restoration
Please note that you are not expected to complete all of the timber restoration within the course hours, you might need to finish this work at home with the provided supplies. This timing will not impact the upholstery skills section.
Day 2: Upholstery
Morning Session (9:30 AM - 12:30PM):
Introduction to upholstery materials and tools
Selecting fabrics and foam
Basic upholstery techniques: webbing, base layers, and padding
Afternoon Session (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM):
Applying fabric to the seat and backrest
Chair reassembly
Final inspection and quality control
All chairs are different, some might need webbing, others will have a back or require piping. The schedule is a broad guideline only. You might only finish the seat in the given time. You can always book a DIY session to complete the chair.
Course Details:
DURATION: 2 days (13 hours)
WHEN: 20 & 21 APRIL 2024
LOCATION: At our Bellambi Workshop, 73/6 Bellambi Lane, 2518 Bellambi
INSTRUCTOR: Britta de Laat, upholsterer, and timber restoration specialist
PREREQUISITES: No prior experience required, but basic DIY skills are helpful. Bring only dining chairs that do not require any sewing.
MATERIALS: All necessary tools and materials (exclusive of fabric) will be provided.
BRING: One metre of fabric and a mid-century dining chair- or purchase either from us
Additional Notes:
You’ll need a metre of fabric, of which you will need to source before the commencement of your course. You can source your own upholstery grade fabric or order through us. Please check out our website which includes links to our favourite fabric suppliers.
If you would like to see any samples, please get in touch and we will have them sent to your home. Please allow 2-3 weeks prior to the course for this process.
Alternatively, come 30 min early and purchase fabrics from us (limited choice)
Tea, coffee, water and biscuits will be provided during the workshop.
Pack your own lunch. We have a microwave and fridge in the workshop. Alternatively, there is a coffee shop in walking distance
Please wear appropriate clothing that may get dirty and enclosed shoes.
Limited seats available, so early registration is recommended.
This 2-day upholstery and timber restoration course for dining chairs provides participants with the essential knowledge and skills to revive and personalise dining chairs, making it a rewarding and practical workshop for DIY enthusiasts and those interested in furniture restoration.
Registration Fee: 649.- In tuition fees and interior materials.