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Picture framing, gilding, furniture repair and upholstery

1223510401 1223769601 4 book online add to wishlist October 09 - October 12 2008 from £235 Traditional upholstery for beginners. Richard Ricardo Reference: LW 416 Ability:Beginners 3556 4

Following a talk on the tools of the trade, the tutor gives a demonstration of upholstering a small drop-in chair seat. Working on your own furniture, learn to fix webbing, make the seat stuffing, and cover it in calico. Fabric coverings are worked on the final day.

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Richard Ricardo

Richard Ricardo runs a fine art upholstery business in Oxfordshire. He works in both modern and antique styles, advising on and organising specialist repair work. full profile

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