A leading provider of upholstery courses and soft furnishings courses in Yorkshire

Class sizes at Manorhouse Upholstery are small – up to 10 students per upholstery course, and the style is very hands-on. Upholstery is, after all, a practical craft – working with tools and fabrics from day one. Our upholstery classes are suitable for all experience levels – from “upholstery for beginners” through to lifelong practitioners. And projects range from a simple piano stool to an antique chaise longue. You can learn upholstery with us, knowing that you will be supported throughout your journey.

We offer a weekly recreational upholstery course run over 12 sessions, a selection of 1 – 4 day upholstery and soft furnishings courses, and our renowned Modern Upholstery Course which runs over 12 weeks from April, plus a summer option which runs over 12 consecutive weekdays from July 25th to August 9th.

If you know the course you would like to book, follow this link to our shop, or view details of the courses below. We also offer gift vouchers that you can buy for a friend or family member. It’s the ideal gift for the creative individual in your life.

Bookings can be made via this site or calling Jan on 07951 741965.

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Weekly recreational upholstery courses

These 2.5 hour upholstery courses run weekly in blocks of 12 weeks and are mixed ability groups – from absolute beginners to highly experienced. A range of daytime and evening classes on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday allows students to fit upholstery classes around their family or work commitments, and provide a relaxed environment in which to learn upholstery. Students work on their own projects and learn to upholster at their own pace with support and guidance provided by our experienced tutors. At £360 for 12 sessions these provide an ideal way to begin or continue your upholstery journey.

We are taking bookings for the April 2024 start - to book a place contact Jan on manorhouseupholstery@gmail.com or visit our shop to book online

 
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Short upholstery and soft furnishings courses

Can’t commit to a regular class, but still want to learn to upholster on an upholstery course? That’s not a problem because we have a schedule of 1 day to 4 day courses that provide a perfect opportunity to try your hand at upholstery or soft furnishings. Visit this section for details and dates of our scheduled footstool; box cushion; curtains: Roman Blind; and small winged armchair courses. Dates for January available to book via the Shop link.

 
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Modern Upholstery course

This is the ideal course for:

  • those people who want to learn a wide range of upholstery skills and techniques for their own enjoyment and use,

  • those people who want to set up an upholstery business making or updating a range of popular items,

  • businesses who need to train key staff in a wide range of modern upholstery skills.

Based around a set of key transferable upholstery skills and including the essential knowledge to work as an upholsterer, this course is the complete package – 100% hands-on, practical and fully supported at all stages.

Taught over 12 days this course includes 6 core pieces that you take away at the end of the course – to keep as examples or sell.

Dates for the April course are April 11th to June 27th 2024 - 12 Thursdays.

If you are interested in a visit to the workshop please call Jan on 07951 741965.


See what our students think...

 

“A brilliant facility and everyone is friendly and welcoming. Jan and Angela are great teachers, very patient and never daunted when you bring in a slightly bizarre project. I had been meaning to book on a course for ages, finally got round to it and so pleased I did as I have been attending for the past two years and love Tuesday evenings. It is so satisfying when you finish something that you are proud of. Would highly recommend the course.”

Kate - student

I've learnt so much on this fabulous day course thanks to Jan and Anthony carefully and patiently guiding us through each step in the process, and I'm now in proud possession of a beautiful, bespoke footstool. Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you again soon.

Helen - student

“I had my very first upholstery lesson yesterday, and I loved it!
Jan and Angela were so welcoming and lovely and took away any nerves straight away, they were so patient and took time to explain all the basics really clearly!
The workshop is fab and has a really lovely friendly feel. I was so happy and excited when I left and I know I’m really going to enjoy my course and learn so much!”

Daneille - student