Foundational Upholstery Skills

Workshop with Jamika Smith

Marshall J. Gardner Center For The Arts

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Tuesday, May 6, 11am – 2pm
$50

Are you ready to step into the fascinating world of upholstery? Learn the fundamental techniques and skills necessary to reupholster a simple dining room chair of your choosing. 

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 with confidence.​

This class is suitable for beginners with little to no upholstery experience, as well as those looking to refresh their skills. ​

Each student must supply their chair, which must be approved by the instructor for this beginner’s class.

Students are encouraged to bring 1-2 yards of decorative, upholstery-weight cover fabric to complete​ their chairs.​

Students will:


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“Foundational Upholstery Skills” is part of our Artist Talk, Exhibits, and Workshops series.

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Foundational Upholstery Skills with instructor Jamika Smith
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