Classes
What is it that drives people to rescue, transform, repair, bring something back? To take trash and make it treasure?
We are rescuers. Heroes. Knights in shining armor.
I’ve got your damsel in distress.
That flea market find — or the disaster of a chair in the corner over there – can be made new. By you. With your own two hands.
Together, we will create something new, unique, and true to you. You’ll leave our class with a beautiful piece of furniture, a lasting sense of accomplishment, and the skills you need to do it all again.
Check out our current offerings below.
WINTER UPHOLSTERY CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
*3 Day Bootcamps are Back
*Pillow Workshop
*Anthropologie Inspired Reusable Market Tote
*Private and Semi Private Sewing Lessons (email me to set up classes)
*************READ THIS********************
ALL CHAIRS MUST BE APPROVED PRIOR TO CLASS.
THE BEGINNERS CLASSES ARE PRICED AND PACED FOR BEGINNING LEVEL CHAIRS, NOT FULLY UPHOLSTERED ARM CHAIRS.
1. THE GOAL OF OUR BEGINNING CLASS IS TO TEACH SEVERAL BASIC UPHOLSTERY TECHNIQUES.
2. OPEN ARMED SIDE CHAIRS ARE THE BEST CHAIRS FOR THIS CLASS.
3. TECHNIQUES YOU LEARN IN CLASS CAN BE APPLIED TO YOUR LARGER PIECES AT HOME.
4. YOUR SUCCESS IS DEPENDENT ON BRINGING IN THE RIGHT CHAIR.
A chair that seems easy to you can turn into a nightmare. Please trust us on this. We’ve seen what happens when students bite off more than they can chew.
****These are appropriate chairs for the Beginner’s Class.***
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BY POPULAR DEMAND
We’ve cleared the calendar and opened up two 3 Day Bootcamps for Out of Towners, as well as In Towners.
3 DAY UPHOLSTERY BOOTCAMP: 4 SPOTS
February 17, 18 and 19
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
$410.00
AND
3 DAY UPHOLSTERY BOOTCAMP: 4 SPOTS
March 9, 10 and 11
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
$410.00
Close to 20 hours of hands-on upholstery instruction, fabric layout, cutting, demos, fun, afternoon coffee breaks (including homemade baked goodies), how to estimate and choose fabric yardage, good music (subjective) and everything else that goes into reupholstering your own chair. Bootcamps are held at the spacious ModHomeEc studio in Indianapolis, Indiana.
We provide: tool use, tool instruction, sewing machines, covered buttons, welt cording (piping), twine, Dacron, spray adhesive, cotton batting, webbing, jute twine, tacks, and hands on instruction. You’ll leave with a beautifully restyled chair and skills you can use forever.
You provide:
a pre-approved chair
foam and fabric
We MUST see a photo of your chair to determine if it can be completed in this three day workshop.
Friday, Saturday and Sunday Schedule
9:30-12:30 Studio Work
12:30-1:30 Lunch Break (there are many surrounding restaurants)
1:30-3:30 Studio Work (with a break somewhere in there)
PLEASE READ:
Bootcamps are intense. These are not designed for large chairs. In order for you to get the most out of this 3 Day Workshop, you need be ready to work hard, watch, learn and have fun. We have to move through the process at a good clip. It’s preferable to bring a chair that does not need to be painted or have any structural repairs. We want you to leave with a basic understanding of how to reupholster an open armed side chair. What you learn will arm you with the confidence to gradually take on more complicated upholstered pieces.
Cost: $410.00
After registering, you will be sent a packet of information including a specific curriculum, maps, hotels, and restaurants near the studio and in surrounding areas. We are located in what is known as SoBro (South Broad Ripple). Broad Ripple is home to many shops, bars, restaurants, bakeries, art galleries and more.
Register for the February Bootcamp here:
Register for the March Bootcamp here:
Monday Night Beginning Upholstery: SOLD OUT
6 Sessions: January 9, January 16, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 20
7:00-9:30 pm
$210.00 plus
$25.00 materials fee
6 spaces
We’ll start from the very beginning. Once your chair is approved, you will learn how to determine fabric yardage, choose appropriate fabric, tear it down (remove the old upholstery fabric), make simple repairs, re-pad and reupholster it. Professional tips and shortcuts will be covered in order to keep you interested and excited about learning how to upholster. You will learn how to use upholsterer’s tools as well as how to substitute tools you may already have at home. This class meets 6 times for 2 ½ hours, that’s 15 hours of hands on upholstery instruction!
Read our Class Policy before signing up.
Thursday Night Intermediate Upholstery: SOLD OUT
6 Sessions: January 12, January 26, February 2, February 9, February 16, February 23
7:00-9:30 PM
$220.00 plus
$30.00 materials
6 spaces
This class is designed for those who have mastered the techniques in Beginning Upholstery and are ready to take on a “meatier” project. Again, your project will have to be approved prior one week prior to the first class.
We will be working on slightly larger projects, but they should also involve more finesse and details such as button tufting, pleating, applying decorative nail heads, double welt cording, and other finish details that will give you the challenge you’re looking for. Here is 15 full hours of hands-on upholstery instruction!
Don’t forget to read our policy before registering for this class.
Friday Lunch Bunch Upholstery: SOLD OUT
6 Sessions: January 13, January 27, February 3, February 10, February 24 and March 2
11:30-2:30
$210.00 plus
$25.00 materials fee
6 spaces
This is a very popular daytime class. Bring your lunch. We will start from the very beginning. Once your chair is approved, you can look forward to learning how to determine fabric yardage, choose appropriate fabric, tear down your chair (remove the old upholstery fabric), make simple repairs, re-pad and reupholster it. Professional tips and shortcuts will be covered in order to keep you interested and excited about learning how to upholster. You will learn how to use upholsterer’s tools as well as how to substitute tools you may already have at home. This class meets 6 times for 3 hours each. That’s 18 hours of hands on upholstery instruction! Projects must be approved prior to class.
Be sure to read the class policy before signing up for this class.
WORKSHOPS:
Now that you’ve reupholstered your chair in that knock out fabric, it’s time to make your custom designed pillow, or vice versa.
Pro Pillow Workshop
Saturday, January 28th
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
$75.00
Supplies you need:
sewing machine
one or two pillow forms
enough fabric for pillow and cording (medium weight fabric, not quilting or apparel fabric)
These pillow workshops fill very quickly. You will learn how to design, cut out and sew your very own custom throw pillows in one 3 hour workshop. I will provide all the instruction and tools necessary to make simple, knife edged pillows and corded pillows. Beautiful textiles, quilted fabrics, repurposed wools—anything goes. After this workshop, you will be designing custom pillows worthy of any SoHo boutique. You will need to already know how to thread your machine, wind the bobbin and have basic sewing skills.
Be sure to read our policy before signing up.
Beginning Sewing: Make a Green Market Tote
February 11
10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. (Bring a snack for lunch)
$95.00
Supplies you’ll need:
sewing machine
1 1/2 yards of medium weight fabric
all purpose thread to match your fabric
In this one day workshop, you’ll reacquaint yourself with your sewing machine and learn how to make your own Anthropologie-inspired “green” market tote. Sewing basics such as pattern layout, fabric marking and cutting, straight stitching, reverse, making a pocket, strap and optional top stitching will be mastered. You’ll need to know how to thread your machine, thread a bobbin and operate your sewing machine. After this, you can design your own totes or satchels for yourself or friends.
Be sure to read our policy before signing up for this class.
GIFT CERTIFICATES: THE GIFT THAT LASTS FOREVER-Education, Skill, New Friends
$25.00, $50.00, $75.00 and $100.00 available.
Purchase $25.00 Gift Certificates:
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Read our entire policy before registering so everyone knows what to expect when you take classes.
ModHomeEc Policy
Registration/Cancellation
1. Due to limited space and scheduling details, class fees are nonrefundable.
2. If we have to cancel or postpone a class due to inclement weather or a personal matter, we will notify you and schedule a makeup class.
3. Make sure you can attend all scheduled classes.
4. If you want to work on one piece with a friend or spouse, they will also need to register for class
5. Makeup classes can be scheduled online for a $35.00 fee.
6. Payments for classes, open shop, workshops and gift certificates are made online through PayPal.
Approved Furniture
Our class curricula are based on certain chair types, therefore it’s imperative that the piece you choose meets the criteria for the Beginner or Intermediate classes. Read each class description and view photos of acceptable sizes and styles of pieces.
1. Due to class time and physical space restrictions, all furniture needs to be pre-approved.
2. Email a photo of your piece to shelly@modhomeec.com or, if you’re not sure, you can bring your piece in the studio before the first week of class for approval.
Supplies
Your supply fee covers:
Use of all tools and sewing machines, jute webbing, burlap, jute twine, tufting twine, staples, adhesive, tacks, dacron batting, cotton batting, covered button molds, hot glue, sewing machine thread, zippers
YOU provide: furniture, foam, springs, muslin and upholstery fabric as well as any extra embellishments such as decorative nailheads, trim, etc.
We will assess what, if any, extra materials you’ll need to complete your project
Classes
Class size is limited to 6. This is a hands on class. If you need to know the next step, please be patient as we move around the room to help everyone. Feel free to walk around the studio to discuss and see what others are doing. Watching is one of the best ways to learn upholstery.
1. Classes are casual, wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to work hard
2. Bring a camera or your cell phone camera to document your teardown and upholstery process. It’s extremely valuable to see how a piece comes apart.
3. Fifteen minutes before the end of class, we will start cleanup so the studio is ready for the next class
4. If you arrive early, stroll around the Monon Shoppes or the Farmer’s Market (in the old gas station) grab a snack or just relax before class starts.
How to Register:
If there is a drop down menu, click on the class you want, go to the Add to Cart button and continue to checkout. Read times and dates carefully before you register.
After Registering:
PayPal will send you a payment confirmation. If you use another form of credit through PayPal, you may not receive confirmation. If you’re uncertain if your payment was received, email us and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible
These are examples of chairs that are perfect for your first or second project.
