Bolster Cushion Making Course – Soft Furnishings

COURSE OVERVIEW

Discover the art of making beautifully finished bolster cushions in this hands-on class.

Through expert guidance and practical instruction, you’;ll learn professional techniques to create cushions that are as decorative as they are functional -; ideal for beds, sofas, or statement pieces.

Whether you are refreshing your home décor or building your sewing skills, this hands-on class will guide you through every step of the process.

This course is perfect for beginners and improvers.

Topics to be covered Students will learn:

• How to measure and cut fabric for a cylindrical shape

• Techniques for sewing and assembling bolster cushions

• Creating piped ends for a structured, tailored finish.

• Making gathered ends for a soft, elegant look.

• Crafting rosette ends for a decorative, luxurious touch.

• Inserting zips or closures for removable covers.

• Stuffing and assembling your cushion inner.

By the end of the course you will complete a sample bolster cushion in your chosen style, along with the knowledge to recreate all three finishes confidently at home or in future projects.

you will need a sewing kit including -; dress making scissors, tape measure, pins, selection of hand sewing needles, fabric marking pen or tailor’;s chalk.

For your first session please bring 1 meter of top fabric, a spool of matching thread, and a 41cm (16”) concealed zip (matching colour to your top fabric).

This course runs on a Monday daytime 09:30-16:30.

Tutor Cherie Newnham originally studied fashion at the University of Westminster, gaining a BA (HONS) degree. Her love of interiors started when she worked at Liberty’;s in London. She went on to gain her qualification in both modern and traditional upholstery and was awarded the ‘Medal for Excellence’; for her work by City & Guilds.