Courses

An introductory course led by St John Starkey, guiding you through several weaving methods and gaining practical experience with materials such as reel rush, paper rush, seagrass and Danish cord.

This three-day course, led by Gareth Rees, focuses on the making of a hand-stitched traditional bolster, using traditional upholstery techniques.

A two day course learning traditional fluting (channel back upholstery), a distinctive technique used to create structured vertical channels within upholstered backs.

This three-day course, led by Armand Verdier, focuses on the construction of a Louis XVI “dossier a tableau”, a classic rectangular back detail commonly found in French period furniture of the late 18th Century.

Focusing on surface finishing techniques for upholstered furniture, Oliver will guide the group through a range of finishing approaches, tailoring techniques to suit each individual piece.