Learn the basic skills of Upholstery and more with our Woodwork courses in Sydney.
Got a tired chair or stool that needs new life? Join this fun and hands-on introduction to upholstery and learn how to bring furniture back to life—starting with a simple, practical project you can take home.
In this 3-hour workshop, you’ll learn the foundational skills, tools, and materials used in upholstery while creating your own milk crate topper. With expert guidance, you'll walk away with the confidence to tackle small projects at home.
By the end of this introduction to upholstery course, you should be able to:
- Recall knowledge of general workshop safety
- Understand how to select appropriate fabrics for your project
- Measure and cut foam
- Understand what kind of timber to use for creating a base for your project
- Recall knowledge of basic upholstery principles and tools
- Take home a milk crate topper
After finishing this course, you might like to enrol in our Furniture Repair & Restoration workshop
What will be covered in this Basic Upholstery Short Course?
- Workshop safety protocols and housekeeping procedures
- Introduction to the project: milk crate topper
- Benefits of repairing and reusing materials
- Introduction to basic upholstery tools
- Attaching foam to a plywood base
- Applying dacron and fabric
- Securing the base fabric (plug)
Expect a mix of theory and hands-on practice. Mistakes are part of the learning—your facilitator is there to support and guide you throughout the process.
Who is this introduction to upholstery course for?
This course is designed for those with little to no knowledge or experience in woodworking.
The Bower Reuse & Repair Centre Workshop
- Summer Hill: 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2131
- Redfern: 107 Redfern St, Redfern NSW 2016
- The entrance to the Bower workshop is at the rear of 107 Redfern Street and is opposite no. 23 Turner Street. You will see a hand-painted sign "The Bower Woodworks". If the door is locked, please press the doorbell on the left-hand side of the garage door. Please note, the doors for the venue at the rear will be open and not the front. If you have trouble locating the entrance or encounter any emergencies, please contact the workshop manager at 0422 840 471.
- Public transport is the best way to get to the workshop space. The space is located close to Redfern Train Station, a local transport hub.
- Most nearby parking is 2-hour-timed (including some paid parking on Redfern St) though it is untimed after 8 pm. Untimed parking is available on Pitt St between Phillip and Wellington St.
What to bring to class
- Close-toed shoes
- Dust masks or safety equipment if you have any
Please note the following:
- Please don't wear your best clothing
- If you have long hair, please tie it back
- Wear closed-in shoes, no heels, please
- Please do not wear jewellery
