The Upholstery Course
 


Please scroll down to the bottom of the page for available dates
 

Joan Milton became involved in teaching upholstery at two Shropshire colleges in 1988. It was then that she discovered how difficult it was for the DIYer or small business person to obtain tools or materials, hence the launch of her mail order Upholstery Supplies Catalogue. The Catalogue had been written for the complete novice, explaining the use of the tools and materials as well as using samples.

Teaching her trade gives her a great deal of pleasure and so it became inevitable that she developed this further. She now reserves her workshop several days a month for 'Teaching Days'.

The classes are very small with a maximum of four students. The word 'student' conjures up a picture of a young person but in this case it is far from the representative of those who attend. These 'students' range in ages from 18 to 75 and are all enthusiastic to learn.

Your Project As a student you would bring along a project or arrange for Joan to provide a new frame of a stool or chair. Joan specialises in traditional upholstery but you can also be taught modern techniques. For a beginner a simpler piece of furniture is best to start with, like a stool or dining chair but she advises you to discuss your project when you book your lesson.

Each Teaching Day starts around 9.15 am stopping for a light lunch, which is provided and ends around 5 pm. Accommodation can be provided either at a local Farm B & B with some self catering rooms at the edge of the Town of Ellesmere overlooking the Mere (Lake) or in a local Inn in the small village of Whittington only 10mins drive from Ellesmere, which looks over a castle.

Bring a Friend or Partner As a two day course is sometimes on a Thursday or Friday it is possible to bring along a partner or friend and extend your stay over the weekend to visit some of the more beautiful sites of Shropshire, Wales and Cheshire.




What our upholstery students say about us?

"Joan,

I just wanted to thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding 2 days. I know we still have a long way to go but I now understand a lot  more of the 'whys' and can see the bigger picture which always helps!

Thank you for your patience and guidance!
 
Could you ask Alison to email me dates of courses which are still
available and if I can fit in another 2 days soon I would love to be
able to finish the chair!"
 
Many thanks, Karen
 
"Dear Joan, Jo and the girls in the office

I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed my time with you just before Xmas. I learnt so much and now I can finish my stool. Its coming on, slowly but surely. I've also given your details to a colleague of mine - who is very keen to do a similar course. I did warn her that you get very booked up though!

Once again, thanks so much for such a wonderful experience - your tuition and the helpfulness and friendliness of everyone was superlative. It was such a welcome respite from the stresses of my day job and you have inspired me to continue learning more over the next few months and beyond. A friend has even said she'll pay me to re-upholster some dining chairs so I'm looking forward to tackling those. Hopefully I'll be able to get back to see you all for another course again."


All the best,
Kate


The Course
 

What you will Need
You will need to bring your own project to the class but it is not necessary to have your own tools or materials but you are welcome to bring them along if you have any. However, top fabric or foam cut to size needs to be ordered in advance.  

Cost

A complete day will cost from just  £90 plus VAT and accomodation is local costing from £35 per night for bed and breakfast if required.   Upholstery is a worthwhile hobby and you will never be short of jobs around the home on which to use your newly acquired skill - but beware, you may become addicted to the craft!  

Dates
Please scroll down for dates or you can telephone if you would like further information. If the dates aren't suitable then please call Alison on 01691 624023 who will do her best to make more available 

Any other questions? Please email alison@jamiltonupholstery.co.uk or give us a ring on 01691 624023 and we will happily answer any of your queries.  

Please Note:
We no longer send details of class dates to everybody who has been in the past as the numbers are now too great. However, if you would like to receive notice of the current dates please telephone or email the sales office.

 

How to Book Your Lessons:  

You will need to book early to avoid disappointment. The cost per day is £90 per day that is £180 for 2 days (+vat charged at the standard rate) Cheques should be made payable to J A Milton Upholstery Suppliers. Payment can also be made by credit/debit card over the phone.

 

To book courses please telephone or email for the class date(s) you require. You can pay by credit/debit to scure your place(s) or we will send you out a booking form so you can pay by cheque.

Any queries please don't hesitate to contact the Sales office on 01691 624023

 

It is important that you keep the Terms and Conditions below for your reference.



Tuition Terms & Conditions

 

Please note these conditions are seperate to those that may apply to your accommodation

 

Cancellations

 

Payment will be required in full for bookings cancelled 14 days or less before the date of the class. However all efforts will be made to fill the place with another student. On cancellations giving more notice 50% is refundable only if another students fills the places booked.

 

Liability

 

J A Milton will not be liable for any work carried out during the classes. All furniture and materials brought onto the premises is there at owner's risk.

 


 
2011 Dates 
 
If the dates are not suitable then please call Alison on 01691 624023 who will do her best to arrange more dates

   

March 2011

 

*Fully Booked*Thursday and Friday 3rd / 4th
Wednesday and Thursday 23rd / 24th
 
April 2011
 
Thursday and Friday 7th / 8th
Monday and Tuesday 18 / 19th
Wednesday and Thursday 27th / 28th
 
May 2011
 
Thursday and Friday 19th / 20th
Tuesday and Wednesday 24th / 25th
 
June 2011
 
Tuesday and Wednesday 7th / 8th
Wednesday and Thursday 22nd / 23rd
Wednesday and Thursday 29th / 30th
 
July 2011
 
Thursday and Friday 7th / 8th
Thursday and Friday 28th / 29th 
 

If you would like to make a group booking please  

telephone Alison on 01691 624023 to arrange more dates.
 
 
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earned and we are keen to maintain the high standard of work and good business practice that it symbolizes.
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