Upholstery Education

Thanks to everyone who stopped by for the Open Studio event this weekend, and kudos to the folks who gave stitching a try. We were so happy to talk to some really great people about our passion.

If you're in Seattle this weekend, please stop by and see us for the .

We will be at Castillo's Custom Upholstery in Queen Anne, doing demonstrations and you can even try your hand at custom stitching.

Saturday and Sunday 12-5.

Making our way through the book list we gave out at and we're getting close to the end. (Time for a new list! Any suggestions?)

This is a real treasure, from the library of and boy are copies scarce! This book is out of print so if you want one you'll be looking hard and paying a premium. But absolutely worth every penny.

Back in the library for !

is a fantastic opportunity to learn with . Don't miss out!

Armand is currently in Finland teaching traditional French stitching en tableaux, similar to the course he taught in San Diego this year, and it's no mystery why his classes are in demand all over the world.

Armand's journey in upholstery started in his teens, and progressed through the renowned program at École Boulle in Paris as well as training in England with David James and also Angela Burgin, both leading experts in traditional upholstery and titans of the craft.

Now in charge of his own studio in Cheddington, Armand spends his time meticulously working on projects for high end designers, antique dealers and clients who demand the finest craftsmanship. Upholstery Education is lucky to have his expertise and we're so excited to offer his French tufted stool class in October.

Interested in ? Well then you must know Gareth! If not, you absolutely should.

is a student favorite and known for his incredible depth of knowledge in traditional upholstery and his enthusiasm for the craft. Gareth has taught for Upholstery Education for almost ten years and provided instruction on a wide variety of classes and topics.

Gareth is currently serving as Examination and Journeyman Secretary for the Guild of Traditional Upholsterers and director of training for the .

He has also recently opened his own studio on the Isle of Wight, and will be teaching at the in October.