Chair Fest Weekend – Upholstery & Painting Workshop - Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th February 2027 10-4.pm

Transform a Chair in One Weekend

Learn upholstery and decorative techniques in a small, hands-on workshop and leave with a completely restored chair you created 

 Spend two inspiring days in the Lavender Grove cabin learning how to completely transform a chair using upholstery and decorative techniques.

 This immersive weekend workshop is designed for those who love creativity, craftsmanship and the satisfaction of making something truly unique. With a very small group of just 2–3 people, you’ll receive plenty of individual guidance while learning professional techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting.

By the end of the weekend you’ll not only understand the structure and process of upholstery, but you’ll also leave with a beautifully restored and personalised chair that you created yourself.

No experience is necessary — I guide you through every step.

What You’ll Learn

Over the weekend I will guide you step-by-step through the full process of transforming a chair.

 You will learn how to:

• Safely strip upholstery and understand chair construction

• Prepare and rebuild the seat using  upholstery materials

• Work with foam, padding and webbing

• Apply fabrics and decorative trims

• Paint and finish the frame

• Create a beautifully finished chair you’ll be proud to take home

What’s Included

 Everything is provided — you simply turn up and enjoy the experience.

 Your workshop includes:

• A practice chair to learn how to safely strip upholstery

• A chair to fully transform and take home

• Premium fabrics

• Foam

• Jute webbing

• Calico

• Dacron

• Burlap

• Cotton linings

• Decorative trims

• Paints and finishes

• Use of all tools and equipment

• Two full days of expert tuition

Workshop Details

 📍 Lavender Grove – The Cabin, Layer-de-la-Haye, CO2 

 Workshop bookings are non-refundable, however spaces may be transferred to another available date if you are unable to attend with plenty of notice.