Upholstery stories: Envision a world where we as makers help & encourage each other to reach for dreams that might otherwise seem out of reach, where ‘every-day’ people are empowered to build and improve things for themselves. That is where ‘upholstories’ begins. Come join us in this positive community of creative makers who support and empower each other.

Oak Leaf Ottoman – Signature Textile Design & Organic Upholstery

By |2018-08-30T21:54:15+00:00June 2nd, 2012|Design & Inspiration, Uphol-stories|

Nature inspired silk leaves by textile designer Carla Pyle grace this sweet little restored oak ottoman. Upholstery includes pure, non-toxic and organic materials including natural [...]

Before & After – Slipper Chair Restoration

By |2018-08-30T21:54:31+00:00March 19th, 2012|Design & Inspiration, Uphol-stories, Upholstery Tips, Techniques & Repair|

A Before & After story with a truly exquisite result. Our client told us that this pair of slipper chairs was re-upholstered many years ago [...]

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Edward Wormley Drexel Precedent Chair

By |2018-08-30T21:54:41+00:00January 20th, 2012|Design & Inspiration, Uphol-stories|

In 1947, Edward Wormley brought his creative talents to the Drexel Heritage furniture company to create Precedent. The collection was called Precedent because “it promised to [...]

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Mid-century Sectional Sofa – Community Project at the Shane Center

By |2018-08-30T21:55:48+00:00March 26th, 2011|Design & Inspiration, Uphol-stories, Upholstery Classes & Workshops|

This Mid-century Flexsteel 2-piece Sectional Sofa was the focus of a community upholstery project led by Carla Pyle at the Shane Center for the Arts in [...]

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