The School of Stuff

Classes in upholstery, cabinet making and furniture restoration. No felt cacti. Sorry. Studio B003, Lighthouse Studios, 89a Shacklewell Lane, London E8 2EB

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Magnus insisting on getting in the frame as usual 🐾⁠
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We run regular weekend taster sessions in traditional upholstery. The next one is in March. ⁠
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Hope to see you there! 25 - 26 March 2023.
https://t.co/oOs8xnasf9

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Lovely to see finished projects leaving the studio! 🔨⁠
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If you'd like to bring something back to its former glory, our five day sessions are a great opportunity to use our expertise & tools, & get stuck in. ⁠
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https://t.co/vT1LMHvU4L

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We had another fantastic Furniture Fix session at the weekend. Lots of interesting projects progressed and happy students.

The next one is 1st April and there are still a few places. See you there!

https://t.co/huAQeV8z41

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Another lovely bunch at the weekend for our Upholstery Taster!

If you'd like to make a drop-in seat for a dining chair and learn about the key differences between traditional and modern upholstery, join us for the next one – 25-26th March 2023.

https://t.co/oOs8xnasf9

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This is a big project for a day course. Joints to mend and lots of gluing but we got there.⁠
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The next Furniture Fix day session in February is full but we have availability in April. Book in early to secure your spot.⁠
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Furniture Fix | 1 April

https://t.co/QQqr80A9vV

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Bravo Joe 👏⁠
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Learn how to weave a rush seat for a chair on our Seat Rushing Weekend. It’s a pleasant and satisfying technique to learn!⁠
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18th - 19th March 2023.

https://t.co/32CtKtDVt4

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Spend the day using your creative flair and precision to decorate a small table on our Furniture Upcycling course. Take home a sensational piece of furniture and a new skill 🔨⁠
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4 Feb

https://t.co/dzp7j2Xx2L

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Sarah-Jane Jacovou will share her trade secrets on our Furniture Upcycling course in Feb. You’ll take home a lovely table which shows off your careful selection of pattern & colour. ⁠
Need a last minute gift? Ideal for a furniture enthusiast. ⁠

https://t.co/1990qAXz1M

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Shall we add some more colours? This is the sort of thing you could bring to a Furniture Fix session. We can help you realise your furniture idea using our expertise and equipment. ⁠
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Furniture Fix | 11 Feb 2023⁠

https://t.co/QQqr80A9vV

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Add to your skillset, have some fun with fabric, and learn how to make a scatter cushion like a professional. You bring snazzy material and we supply a feather filled inner cushion case and share our expertise in machine sewing techniques. ⁠

https://t.co/9cuC4mLG9n
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Chair Caning is a chance to learn the technique of weaving rattan cane to form a resilient and decorative seat platform.

Here are some snaps from a past session!

The next one is 26th November. Find out more and book your place: https://t.co/hyEZPPioUl

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Giebelhausen had this to say about our Upcycling Course!

"Brilliant workshop. I loved sticking a Piranesi style ruined temple to the top of a rather sad-looking table that was just waiting to show off its very shapely legs."

Want to give this a go? https://t.co/1990qAFXDc

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Beautiful work Mimi Kerpel!

We’ve added a date for the next Seat Rushing Weekend. Learn how to make a traditional rustic seat from wetland rushes over a weekend, using an ancient but easy to learn skill.

26 - 27th November 2022

https://t.co/rTfFrpgfnm

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Sharpen your sewing machine skills! Spend the day with us learning how to make a scatter cushion with piped and zipped cover.

You’ll learn a useful skill & you could make a great Christmas gift with a personal touch.

Scatter Cushion Saturday | 3 Dec

https://t.co/v8mxNQMG4F

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Spend a day making a wooden platter or board from beautifully figured hardwood felled and seasoned in London. Possible Christmas present? Or keep it for yourself.

Handmade Wooden Platter | Saturday 3rd December

https://t.co/nWW64ON7CE

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Just added! Learn how to re-cane a chair using a centuries old technique of weaving split bamboo cane.

Chair Caning | Saturday 26th November

https://t.co/hyEZPPioUl

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Learn the subtle art of working with gold leaf on our Gilding Five Day Intensive. Gold included!

12 – 16 September 2022.

https://t.co/CJXD6mFPvX

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Lovely to work with real gold. We’ll teach you the basics on our Five Day course. Gold included!

Gilding Five Day Intensive | 12 - 16 September 2022.

https://t.co/CJXD6mFPvX

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Beam me up Scotty!

Get weird and wonderful with designs in wood on our Veneer, Inlay, Marquetry Five Day Intensive.

5 - 9 September 2022 | https://t.co/cokv5TGegE

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Another talented bunch for our taster weekend.
We’ve just added another date: 1 - 2 October 2022. See you there!

https://t.co/aD4B4nKAoY