Upholstery - Level 1 Award in Creative Craft

About this course

The course introduces traditional and contemporary upholstery methods, including webbing, tacking, pad stitching, fabric measurement and cutting, pattern placement, machine sewing, piping and finishing. Learners use specialist tools and follow health and safety procedures while planning and completing a finished upholstered piece. Teaching combines demonstrations, practical tasks, presentations, individual and group discussions, tutorials and formal feedback. Progress is recorded through project documentation, sketchbooks, written and photographic records, and an individual learning plan. Learners also examine historical and current upholstery practices to inform their project work.

What you'll learn

• Use specialist upholstery tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Measure, calculate and prepare upholstery materials for specific projects.
• Apply techniques including webbing, tacking, pad stitching, fabric cutting, piping and machine sewing.
• Plan, document and complete a finished upholstered piece.
• Reflect on traditional and contemporary upholstery practices when developing project work.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners and learners with some creative craft experience. No previous upholstery experience is required, although experience with craft or art materials is described as advantageous. Participation includes practical workshop tasks, individual work, group discussions and feedback. Appropriate literacy and numeracy are required.

• No prior upholstery experience is required.
• Previous experience with craft or art materials may be useful.
• The course includes both individual work and group discussions.
• Additional tasks may be set for completion outside class.

Before you go

• Basic upholstery materials are supplied.
• Learners need to bring a notepad, pen and camera.
• Additional specialised materials required beyond those available in the workshop must be purchased.
• Sturdy shoes are required in the workshop.
• Support is available for literacy, numeracy, speakers of other languages, and learners with learning difficulties or disabilities.