Courses

Learn the art of upholstering chairs through a comprehensive video series covering various techniques and styles. Master the process of preparing, padding, and fabric application for side chairs, explore the intricacies of upholstering wingback chairs in leather, and discover the steps involved in creating channel back chairs. Gain insights into dining room chair upholstery, English arm club chair restoration, and slip seat creation. Witness a live demonstration of slip seat upholstery and get a glimpse into 3-day small chair upholstery workshops. Delve into specialized projects like upholstered headboards and Bergere chair preparation, equipping yourself with a diverse skill set in furniture restoration and customization.

Upholstered furniture is a major component in decorating, and one of the most important elements of comfortable living. This course examines all aspects of upholstered furniture as an integral part of an interior. Learn the components of upholstered seating and how famous interior designers have combined these features to create classic styles. Examine the inner workings of upholstered furniture to see how the construction impacts comfort and longevity. Explore a range of upholstery materials, cushion and frame shapes, all about finishing touches such as trimming and decorative pillows.

Learn the art of transforming a wooden chair into a luxurious bespoke car seat through this comprehensive seven-part video series. Explore the step-by-step process of adapting a car seat to a wooden chair, mastering car upholstery techniques, wrapping chair legs, and applying leather embossing. Follow along as the project progresses from initial adaptation to the final touches, gaining valuable insights into both car upholstery and furniture customization. Perfect for automotive enthusiasts, DIY hobbyists, and aspiring upholsterers looking to blend automotive style with home furnishings.

Refreshing your decor doesn’t have to mean spending lots on a new sofa. Join professional upholsterer and decorator Kim Chagnon and learn how to make a couch cover that will last for years and give your furniture a beautiful, custom look. During class, you’ll learn techniques for measuring accurately and planning your design. Wondering how to ensure your slipcovers will fit flawlessly? You’ll discover pin-fitting techniques that will set you up for success before you even sew! Then, you’ll see how to seam with precision, easily conquering the curves and corners that stand in your way. Kim will even teach you the steps to install multiple styles of closures, create custom skirts and fix any mistakes that might pop up along the way.

Discover professional upholstery techniques and insider tricks in this comprehensive 90-minute video tutorial. Learn how to reupholster at home, change sewing machine motors, sew perfect cushion corners, and master the ladder stitch. Explore methods for upholstering riser boards, creating fabric-covered buttons with a button press, and get a behind-the-scenes look at Kim's Upholstery. Gain insights on using various sewing machines, repairing antique furniture, making cording and welting, and applying ply grip for curved surfaces. Master the art of attaching piping to upholstered chairs, using tack strips for closure, and testing stain-resistant fabrics. Acquire skills in foam compression, fabric re-rolling, and utilizing hydraulic lift tables for upholstery projects. Perfect your hand-sewing techniques and learn essential upholstery knots to elevate your craftsmanship.

Discover how to add the finishing touches to a room with the use of passementerie. Set your rooms apart by using trimming to add textural dimension or to emphasis a shape. In this course your will learn about a full array of passementerie styles and how they are best applied to a variety of fabrications from lamp shades to upholstered headboards. Discover how top interior designers use passementerie to create their signature looks. Experiment with coordinating fabric and trimming for a variety of installations. How do the LIVE VIA ZOOM online courses work?Structure: Students interact live their instructor and fellow classmates during their scheduled sessions via zoom. Some courses include assignments for students to complete between sessions which may have due dates that require course participation during the week. In some courses, projects and visual presentations may be required.Schedule: Please check the course description for exact course dates and times. Students must log into the zoom meeting to attend their scheduled session but do not need a zoom account. Instructors often record course meetings, if you know you are going to miss a session, please let your instructor know ahead of time.Time commitment: The time that you spend working on your online course will vary based on the number of assignments.