April 10-11, 2027
Build & Upholster a French Mattress Ottoman
with Kim Newell
$575
$40 material fee payable to Kim
About this Workshop
Learn the fundamentals of upholstery through a hands-on project from start to finish. Assemble the frame, upholster your ottoman, sew the cushion, and master the French knotting technique that brings the finishing details together. There is a significant amount of hand stitching, giving students the opportunity to slow down and really learn the craft. Participants will leave with a one-of-a-kind French mattress-style ottoman, handmade by you from the frame up.
Key Points
- Basic frame construction and upholstery techniques
- Gain hands-on experience with upholstery tools and materials
- How to measure and plan your upholstery project
- Cutting and sewing a boxed cushion cover, including proper measurements and construction
- Using a button machine to create professional fabric-covered buttons
- French knotting technique to create the distinctive tailored finish
About the Instructor
ENROLLMENT DETAILS
Build & Upholster a French Mattress Ottoman with Kim Newell
April 10-11, 2027
$575.00
Online Registration Starts December 1, 2026
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