Beginning Upholstery and Beyond


ID : 45478   

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ClassGraphic This course teaches the fundamentals of upholstery, including fabric layout and cutting, the proper use of power sewing equipment, and the application of hand tools for basic furniture and automotive projects. You will learn the basic seams, stitches, and techniques needed to give your home projects a professional finish. Discover how to carve out a niche in a craft that can lead to side jobs and additional income. Continuing students with more advanced projects are also welcome to join with instructor approval.

Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Tue

Location
John Muir Hall, West Campus

Instructor
Michael Barnett 

 

Notice

Please read:  Advance registration is required. A $25 material fee is required and should be paid directly to the instructor during the first class. The instructor will discuss projects during the first class; please bring pictures of proposed projects for review. The material fee covers thread, chalk, staples, razor blades, foam, cotton, poly Dacron, bobbins, remnant fabrics, welt cords, glue, button molds, and related supplies for learning projects. Students will need to purchase any special fabrics or materials required for their personal projects. Cutting shears, staple guns, staple pullers, and all other necessary upholstery hand tools will be available for in-class use only. Please note that the course is subject to cancellation due to low enrollment.

Tuition:  $199.00

Registration Closes On
Friday, March 12, 2027 @ 12:00 AM

Materials Cost:  $25.00


Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
3/16/2027 - 4/20/2027 Weekly - Tue 06:30 PM - 09:30 PM Modesto, John Muir Hall, West Campus  Map, Room: 259 Michael Barnett