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Class Information

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Beginners Upholstery Class

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Cost: $500

Length: 5-6 weeks ~20 hours

Class Size: 5 students

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In our beginners class, you will complete four, instructor-designed projects that each teach fundamental elements of upholstery.  The skills you learn can be applied to larger projects in the future.  No experience is required. 

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You will learn to use an industrial, walking-foot sewing machine, pneumatic stapler, and other tools common to upholstery.  You will install zippers and grommets, make piping, and more.  

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Beginners class sessions run on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings in fall and winter months.  

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FALL 2024 UPCOMING CLASSES:

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Wednesday Evening Session

Runs Wednedays from 6pm-9pm for six weeks

Begins September 11th or October 23rd

 

Saturday Morning Session

Runs Saturdays from 9am-1pm for five weeks

Begins September 14th or October 19th

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Intermediate Upholstery Shop Time

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**Typically, we require students to complete the beginners class before becoming eligible for intermediate shop time*

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-Student provides their own project

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-Student provides materials (or purchases from school at additional cost)

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-$25 per hour- pay as you go (at the end of each session)

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-Pay in Advance: 15% discount for 8 hour bundles- $170

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-Fee includes use of the shop: sewing machines, air compressor, tools, access to instructor assistance, and storage of your project

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-Incidental supplies, such as staples, thread, and glue are included 

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-No charge for time spent disassembling/staple pulling

To Sign Up or for more information: 

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Call 773-983-5586 or email canvasboss@yahoo.com

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