Basic Upholstery Short Course
Got a tired chair or stool that needs new life? Join this fun and hands-on introduction to upholstery and learn how to bring furniture back to life—starting with a simple, practical project you can take home.
In this 5-hour workshop, you’ll learn the foundational skills, tools, and materials used in upholstery while creating your own milk crate topper. With expert guidance, you'll walk away with the confidence to tackle small projects at home.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand general workshop safety
- Select appropriate fabrics and materials
- Cut foam and apply fabric to a base structure
Course Content
- Workshop safety protocols and housekeeping
- Introduction to upholstery tools and materials
- Steps to upholster a milk crate topper
- Applying dacron and securing fabric
Expect a mix of theory and hands-on practice. Mistakes are part of the learning—your facilitator is there to support and guide you throughout the process.
After finishing this course, you might like to enrol in our Furniture Repair & Restoration workshop.
What to Bring
- Close-toed shoes
- Dust masks or safety equipment (if available)
Additional Information
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
- Tie back long hair and remove jewellery
- Closed-in flat shoes only
Schedule & Pricing
- Date: 14 February 2026
- Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
- Location: The Summer Hill Workshop, 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill NSW 2131
- Price: $179.10
Details
You will learn
- Understand and practice general workshop safety
- Select suitable foam, fabric, and timber for upholstery
- Create and upholster a milk crate topper
You will get
- Your own hand-crafted milk crate topper
- Foundational upholstery skills and techniques
- Confidence to start small at-home projects
Appropriate for
Beginners or those with little to no previous woodworking or upholstery experience.
Preparation
What to bring
- Close-toed flat shoes
- Dust mask or safety gear if you have any
- Comfortable clothing suitable for workshop work
What to wear
Casual, closed-in shoes, tie back long hair, no jewellery
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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