About this subject
Learn the skills to upcycle and bring out the beauty of upholstering furniture. In these courses you can work on your own project at your own pace while being guided by a skilled tutor.
Explore the world of carpentry and woodwork in a fully equipped workshop where you will learn how to safely use power and hand tools.
Our courses run over a period of weeks in Autumn, Spring and Summer. Enrolments open eight to ten weeks prior to the term starting. We also offer more specific one-day workshops throughout the year.
Enrolments open every term in March, July and November. If courses have already started you may still be able to join so please contact us.
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Course levels
- Stage 1 This stage is for learners who are new to their chosen subject are. With the focus on introducing individuals to basic materials, tools, and techniques, and to inspire confidence in creative expression.
- Stage 2: Suitable for learners who have completed Stage 1 and would like to gain more experience and refine their skills within their chosen subject area. The focus will be on developing more control and proficiency in practice and learning and completing more complex projects.
- Stage 3: Suitable for learners on completion of Stage 2, who would like to progress and gain a solid understanding of their subject. The focus will be on mastering more intricate techniques and creating more complex finished projects.
- Stage 4: This stage is for experienced learners looking to perfect their craft and develop a unique style. The focus is on mastering advanced techniques, creating polished and finished projects, and exploring personal expression.
Upholstery
Learn all the necessary skills and techniques to create your own unique piece to take home. You will start with stripping down to finishing trims. You will then work with form, textures and colours to create a desirable piece of furniture.
Transform your item with traditional and modern upholstery techniques. You may want to use hair, wadding, tacks and traditional stitched edges or foam, glue and staples.
Woodwork
Get started with woodworking skills in our equipped workshop based in Molesey. Learn to use hand and power tools to create individual pieces to use and treasure.
Carpentry
Learn the basics of accurate and effective carpentry. You will complete three set projects focusing on basic carpentry techniques, with a final project of a planter, garden obelisk or bar stool which will incorporate your newly acquired skills.
Saturday and one day workshops
We offer a variety of workshops throughout the year enabling you to try your hand at a new topic or brush up on your skills with specific workshops.
Saturday and one day workshops
Discounts and support with fees
We have many discounts and fee support options. These include money off your first course if you are a library member, 妖精动漫 Heritage user, or over 66.
We include a small charge in the fees. It covers the cost of materials used by tutors for demonstrations. The fee does not include the cost of materials and equipment used by learners, unless stated otherwise. If you have any questions, please ask when enrolling. We advise you not to buy extra materials for a course until your enrolment is confirmed.