
Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow
Sun 15 Nov · 11:00
Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum
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About This Event
A one-day upholstery workshop for beginners takes place at the Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum in London on 15 November 2026. Led by Julie O'Rourke, the course teaches techniques such as webbing, hessian, foam shaping and fabric finishing for creating seat pads. Tickets cost £54.88 and the session starts at 11:00.
Have you ever wanted to breathe new life into an old chair? Now’s your chance!
Have you ever wanted to breathe new life into an old chair? Now’s your chance!
Join us for an inspiring, hands-on 1-day upholstery workshop designed especially for beginners. Learn the foundational techniques used by professional upholsterers and walk away with the skills and inspiration to create your own handcrafted seat pads and upcycle your own furniture!
What You’ll Learn:
How to stretch and fix webbing for strong support
Applying hessian for structure
Cutting and shaping foam for comfort
Adding wadding and fabric for a professional finish
Tips and tricks to continue your own DIY upholstery projects
Under the expert tuition of Julie O’Rourke, who brings 28 years of experience teaching upholstery at all levels – from leisure learners to accredited AMUSF courses. Julie’s patient, knowledgeable guidance makes this workshop welcoming and rewarding for all skill levels.
What You’ll Make: A fully padded, upholstered seat pad that resembles a finished dining chair seat.
Perfect For:
Total beginners
Creative DIYers
Furniture lovers
Anyone looking to learn a satisfying new skill in a relaxed, friendly environment Spaces are limited!
Book now and take the first step into the world of upholstery!
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow takes place on Sunday, 15 November 2026 at 11:00.
Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow is held at Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum in London (10 South Access Road, London, E17 8AX).
Tickets for Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow are priced at £54.88. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow
Editorial Summary
A one-day upholstery workshop for beginners takes place at the Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum in London on 15 November 2026. Led by Julie O'Rourke, the course teaches techniques such as webbing, hessian, foam shaping and fabric finishing for creating seat pads. Tickets cost £54.88 and the session starts at 11:00.
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Organiser’s full description
Have you ever wanted to breathe new life into an old chair? Now’s your chance!
Have you ever wanted to breathe new life into an old chair? Now’s your chance!
Join us for an inspiring, hands-on 1-day upholstery workshop designed especially for beginners. Learn the foundational techniques used by professional upholsterers and walk away with the skills and inspiration to create your own handcrafted seat pads and upcycle your own furniture!
What You’ll Learn:
How to stretch and fix webbing for strong support
Applying hessian for structure
Cutting and shaping foam for comfort
Adding wadding and fabric for a professional finish
Tips and tricks to continue your own DIY upholstery projects
Under the expert tuition of Julie O’Rourke, who brings 28 years of experience teaching upholstery at all levels – from leisure learners to accredited AMUSF courses. Julie’s patient, knowledgeable guidance makes this workshop welcoming and rewarding for all skill levels.
What You’ll Make: A fully padded, upholstered seat pad that resembles a finished dining chair seat.
Perfect For:
Total beginners
Creative DIYers
Furniture lovers
Anyone looking to learn a satisfying new skill in a relaxed, friendly environment Spaces are limited!
Book now and take the first step into the world of upholstery!
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum10 South Access Road, London, E17 8AX
St James, London
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When is Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow?
Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow takes place on Sunday, 15 November 2026 at 11:00.
Where is Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow taking place?
Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow is held at Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum in London (10 South Access Road, London, E17 8AX).
How much are tickets for Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow?
Tickets for Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow are priced at £54.88. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Discover the Art of Upholstery - Tool House E17 Walthamstow?
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