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Have you wanted to tackle that upholstery project but weren’t sure where to start? In our workshops we walk you through the process step-by-step, making it easy and fun to bring new life to your favorite pieces.
Whether you’re revamping a flea-market find or restoring a family heirloom, you’ll learn hands-on techniques, insider tricks, western design elements, and the confidence to keep going long after the workshop ends.
Come hang out, get creative, and leave with a piece you’re proud of!
Workshop spots fill up fast, so grab yours today—I can’t wait to see what you’ll create!
If you’d like to join our Online Western Upholstery Membership Group (whether to prepare for an upcoming in-person workshop or to learn upholstery online at your own pace), click the link below.
The in-person workshops that we will travel to with upholstery tools and supplies are Oregon, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, Texas and Oklahoma.
If you live outside of these states or cannot attend a workshop in one of these states we can also fly into other states for workshops.
To schedule the out of state workshops, a host location and 5 workshop participants need to be confirmed.
For our fly-in upholstery workshops, participants must bring their own upholstery tools and upholstery supplies to upholster their piece with.
To inquire about being a workshop host or participant, send an email to workshops@therustedroan.com
These workshops are for local students or those wishing to travel to Red Bluff, CA to attend. Local workshops can range from 1 to 5 days, and are tailored to suit the participant’s interest, experience and learning desires.
These workshops can range from tear down/repairs/refinishing, to one day pieces (such as footstools or dining seats), to multiple days covering more advanced chair types. Private learning or group learning options are available at our Red Bluff, CA location.
All workshops participants will receive a copy of the “Getting Started In Western Upholstery Handbook”.
Workshops are scheduled privately from the registration forms submitted.
The 3-day Beginner Upholstery Workshops are great for those starting out in upholstery and for those looking to add to their upholstery skill set. 3-day workshops are recommended for those who have either completed a one-day workshop, are in the Online Upholstery Membership Group, or have had some previous exposure to upholstering. The suitable chair types are small settee/benches, open arm chairs, parson’s chairs, rocking chairs and side/occasional chairs.
All workshops participants will receive a copy of the “Getting Started In Western Upholstery Handbook”.
3-day Upholstery Workshops are scheduled privately from the registration forms submitted and are held both locally (in Red Bluff, CA) and some out of state locations. These workshop locations are limited to those states we are able to drive to in order to supply all of the upholstery tools and upholstery supplies needed for participants.
The 3-day Advanced Upholstery Workshops are for participants who have previously completed a 3-Day Beginner Workshop or those who have some experience upholstering and are looking to build their upholstery skill set with more advanced techniques and pieces.
The type of chairs and workshop tuition cost is determined by the participant’s experience and the workshop location.
All workshops participants will receive a copy of the “Getting Started In Western Upholstery Handbook”.
Workshops are scheduled privately from the registration forms submitted and are held locally and out of state.
Upholstery tools (for participants to use during the workshop) and supplies are provided for these upholstery workshops when held locally. Out of state upholstery workshop locations require participants to supply their own upholstery tools and supplies.
The 5-day Upholstery workshops are for participants who have either attended a previous Upholstery Workshop or have prior upholstery experience, are confident in their beginner upholstery skills, and are looking to take on more complex chairs such as wingbacks and other fully-upholstered pieces.
All workshops participants will receive a copy of the “Getting Started In Western Upholstery Handbook”.
Workshops are scheduled privately from the registration forms submitted and are held locally and out of state.
Upholstery tools (for participants to use during the workshop) and supplies are provided for these upholstery workshops when held locally. Out of state upholstery workshop locations require participants to supply their own upholstery tools and supplies.
Workshop Hosting Requirements:
Indoor (fully enclosed) covered space. Smooth flooring preferred for ease of cleanup. Heat/AC depending on the time of year hosting.
Tables – approximately 7 tables for student chair frames and to cut fabric on.
Electricity and lighting – Enough amperage to run two small pancake air compressors and ample overhead lighting (and/or windows) for good visibility.
Bathroom for students to use during the workshop.
Food and lodging within a 10-minute drive or on-site.
Workshop participants receive a hard-copy upholstery workbook to take home.
Upholstery Workshops Costs per Student:
1 Day
$250 per student (one day workshops are limited to Northern California unless back-to-back one day workshops are scheduled in the same area, or a one-day workshop is held at the same location as a 3-day workshop). Limited to 5 students.
3 Days
In Red Bluff, California- $850, out of California $1250 per student. Limited to 5 students.
5 Day Wingback
$1850-$2200 per student (depending on travel requirements and location). Limited to 3 students.
Upholstery Workshops Host Benefits:
Hosts who host the workshop and workshop instructor lodging accommodations (RV space or private room/bathroom) receive 1 complimentary workshop student spot (up to a $1250 value).
Hosts who host the upholstery workshop only (no instructor accommodations) receive 50% off 1 workshop tuition spot (Up to a $600 value).
Local hosts who help coordinate a host location (but do not physically host the workshop or instructors) receive up to 25% off 1 workshop tuition spot.
If no workshop participant spot is desired, hosts will be compensated, as negotiated, for hosting the workshop and/or instructors.