Parker Knoll chairs - much beloved of more mature folks - are enjoying a style revival. Yet these super-comfy family favourites have a unique frame anatomy, making them quite baffling for the novice upholsterer. This four-day course is designed specifically to tackle the unique design of the Parker Knoll chair and will include: the upholstered PK seat front, back-tacking onto bent show-wood arms (not a tacking rail in sight!), rebuilding and covering the PK scroll arm, making quilted covers for PK tension springs, and making T-shaped box cushions. The course will be organised as a series of masterclass workshops, one day a week over four weeks. Students should bring their own Parker Knoll chair to work on. Due to the time consuming nature of the training, it is expected that students will have work to do in between classes.
Date: 19th June, 26th June, 3rd July, 10th July (four consecutive Fridays) BOOKING NOW Class duration: 9.30am to 4.30pm Fee: £345 Suitability: Suitable for those with some experience of upholstery. Not for complete beginners (please do ask if you aren't sure).
The full course cost is £345. A non-returnable deposit of £145 is due when booked to reserve your place. The remainder is due at the start of the first week. To book your place, email joannaheptinstall@btopenworld.com We will answer any questions you may have and give you bank transfer details. Your booking will be confirmed when deposit payment is received. Please note that this four-day course runs over four consecutive Fridays.
What do you need to bring? Students should bring their own Parker Knoll chair for re-upholstering. They will also need suitable upholstery-weight top fabric, 3m to 5m, depending on style. Tools and all stuffing materials will be available for use on the course. Please note: we need a minimum number of bookings to run this course. We reserve the right to cancel the course and will give you two weeks notice if we do. If the course does not run, we will re-imburse you the full amount paid.
