Upholstery Education

08/20/2026

08/04/2026

Now is your chance to complete not just one, but TWO fantastic projects with Master tutor Gareth Rees. Only one spot left!

Come to Baltimore and spend 6 days in an immersive course in traditional upholstery methods. You'll take home both a fully realized wool stuffed mattress, as well as a hand built stitched bolster.

Class is in session from October 11-16 at the Cavanagh House. We can't wait to see you there!

07/21/2026

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.

07/18/2026

07/13/2026

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.

07/10/2026

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.

07/09/2026

Some of our students have asked for resources for their AMUSF projects, and this seems like an excellent opportunity for UK based upholsterers.

https://furnituremakers.org.uk/frederick-parker-collection/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAS9EytjbGNrBL0TDWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHo7k1jcqO8koVlT3YFPI1IyLl86ezJfr9r7m-sqXtpzDPbyu4EpTJ8JSDjIW_aem_PMuncSYy8n44HVUm1eacMg

The Furniture Makers' Company's Frederick Parker Collection Is A Helpful Resource For Studying Furniture From The 17th Century To The Present Day

06/17/2026

Back in the library for !

06/10/2026

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.