Upholstery Classes at Needle Rock
Due to popular demand, upholstery classes at Needle Rock kick off again in March 2023. Do you fancy coming and having a go?
Life long learning is defined as ‘ongoing voluntary pursuits of knowledge for personal or professional gain’. At Needle Rock we’re enthusiastic about teaching the craft of upholstery as it’s a rewarding and fascinating profession that goes back generations.
Upholstery, once seen as a dying trade, has surged in popularity due to the influences of TV shows such as ‘The Repair Shop’ and ‘Money for Nothing’

Learning & Teaching
So, for all you wannabe upholsterers, come and have a go yourself. There really is something so satisfying about transforming and reupholstering an old chair that may have otherwise been destined for the local tip. Ali wants to share her love of upholstery with the local community.

Ali loves being a mentor to her two apprentices in the workshop. She understands the importance of passing on her knowledge to future generations.
As the business owner and creative director at Needle Rock, Ali has been trained in both traditional and modern upholstery by the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishings. She really loves to push the boundaries when it comes to creative upholstery, mixing different colours, styles and textures that shouldn’t work – but somehow do.




What old chair do you have lurking about that could do with a makeover?
Come and have some fun with us in the workshop, learn a new skill, and make some new friends. You can design your old chair to be as unique as you!
We all have chairs in our homes. You may as well have one that looks fabulous as well as being functional. It’s what we call functional art at it’s finest!
Class Dates
The next series of 12 classes start on Saturday 4th March and run on designated Thursdays and Saturdays, from 10am til 4.30pm. Dates are available at needlerock.co.uk/upholsteryclasses
How to Book
Choose the days you’d like to come. Contact Ali at ali@needlerock.co.uk or ring 07534 216297. A payment of £25 is required to reserve your spot, with remaining £50 payment on the day.
Make sure to send a photo of your chair, so we can ensure it is suitable for your level of experience.
Bring a chair, a smile and enthusiasm! You’ll also need some lunch and dress in warm clothing!
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