{"product_id":"chair-fest-weekend-upholstery-painting-workshop-saturday-8th-sunday-9th-may-2027","title":"Chair Fest Weekend – Upholstery \u0026 Painting Workshop - Saturday 8th \u0026 Sunday 9th May 2027","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChair Fest Weekend – Upholstery, Upcycling \u0026amp; Decorative Finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransform a Chair in One Weekend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn upholstery and decorative techniques in a small, hands-on workshop and leave with a completely transformed chair you’ve created yourself!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpend two inspiring days in the Lavender Grove Cabin learning how to transform a chair using upholstery and decorative techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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 people, you’ll receive plenty of individual guidance while learning new techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy 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’ve created yourself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo experience is necessary — I’ll guide you through every step.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver the weekend, I’ll guide you step by step through the full process of transforming your chair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will learn how to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafely strip upholstery and understand chair construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare and rebuild the seat using upholstery materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork with foam, padding and webbing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply fabrics and decorative trims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaint and finish the frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a beautifully finished chair you’ll be proud to take home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNEW! Choose Your Chair Back Finish 🎨\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou now have two options for your Chair Fest experience!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOption 1 – Upholstered Fabric Finish | £525\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original two-day Chair Fest experience, where you’ll learn the full upholstery and upcycling process, finishing your chair with a beautifully upholstered fabric back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOption 2 – Decoupaged \u0026amp; Blended Finish | £650\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFancy taking your chair transformation a step further?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlongside learning the full upholstery process, you’ll explore the art of decoupage, transforming the front-facing chair back using beautiful decorative papers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll learn how to carefully apply your chosen design, blend the edges into the painted frame and build up a beautifully smooth, sealed finish that can give the appearance of leather or hand-painted artwork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a more detailed process involving additional preparation, blending, finishing and sealing, so this option includes an extended workshop day to allow plenty of time for the extra techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhichever option you choose, you’ll still learn the full upholstery process and take home your very own transformed chair!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEverything is provided — you simply turn up and enjoy the experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour workshop includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA practice chair to learn how to safely strip upholstery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA chair to fully transform and take home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJute webbing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDacron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurlap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCotton linings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecorative trims\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaints and finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse of all tools and equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo days of hands-on tuition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor those choosing the Decoupaged \u0026amp; Blended Finish, additional decorative papers, materials and extended tuition are also included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoosing Your Fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful selection of fabrics will be available for you to choose from, all included in your workshop price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have a particular fabric you’d love to use, you’re very welcome to bring your own!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust let me know beforehand so I can check that it’s suitable for upholstery and advise you on how much you’ll need.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that the workshop price remains the same if you choose to supply your own fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorkshop Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📍 Lavender Grove – The Cabin, Layer de la Haye, Colchester\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an intimate workshop with a maximum of just 2 attendees, ensuring plenty of individual guidance throughout the weekend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStandard Chair Fest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10am–4.30pm on both days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecoupage option:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Extended workshop hours to accommodate the additional decorative techniques. 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