Description
Join us in reviving a mid-century dining chair over two days in our collaboration restoration course with Edwin Fox. Together, Edwin Fox & Eclectic Boogaloo will guide you through the process of restoring both the timber frame & upholstery of a vintage mid-century dining chair. As featured at the NGV’s Melbourne Design Week 2022 & 2023, & by the Robin Boyd Foundation, Edwin Fox will guide you through this hands-on restoration project, bringing the timber to life. Jen of Eclectic Boogaloo will then work you through the upholstery restoration to leave you with a true midcentury revival.
Please note that you are not expected to complete all of the timber restoration within the course hours (day #1) , so you’ll need to finish this work at home with the provided supplies. Don’t stress though, as this timing won’t impact the upholstery skills section (day #2).
Course Dates & Times
Saturday, 22nd June 2024, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Sunday, 23rd June 2024, 9:30am – 3:30 pm
About your Restorers
Founder of Edwin Fox Furniture, Edwin, has a long history of being involved in Art, Graphic Design, restoration, manufacturing, furniture design & sustainability. Edwin runs a studio/workshop in Braeside which focuses on mid-century furniture & lighting. He loves art & hates waste.
Founder of Eclectic Boogaloo, Jen, has a passion for saving furniture & for fostering community happiness. Jen has opened her roller-door at her working factory in Moorabbin to do just that, save waste & foster a space of joy & support. Of course industrial-neighbours Edwin & Jen just had to collaborate!
Choosing a Fabric
You’ll need one meter of upholstery-grade fabric, of which you will need to source before the commencement of your course. You are more than welcome to bring your own fabric but we also have a humble selection of remnants that you are welcome to choose from on the day (at cost). Should you want to select from a larger range of fabrics from various fabric warehouses then we can also help. Check out our fabric webpage which includes links to our favourite fabric warehouses. From this page, you can also submit an order to request fabric samples to be posted to you and also place a fabric order. Samples must be organised four weeks prior to the class start date and orders placed two weeks prior.
The Important bits
Bring: your fabric, and a packed lunch (we have a fridge & microwave)
Wear: comfortable clothes and closed in shoes (expect to get a bit dirty)
Age: 16 years and older
Experience: None required
What you get
Included in the course fees is a tatty midcentury dining chair primed for restoration, all equipment & restoration materials. Tea, coffee, water and biscuits are on offer throughout the day.
Walk away with
Not only will you be taking home your amazing restored dining chair (please note that you will have some homework to finish the timber work at home), you’ll walk away with a variety of timber restoration and modern upholstery skills, tips & tricks, and hopefully a love of the craft. Our aim is to inspire you & arm you with enough knowledge & confidence to continue using your skills at home; and that you will join us on our mission to save the world, one chair at a time.
Any Questions?
Ask Jen via email (jen@eclecticboogaloo.com.au) or phone (0451 018 171)
By booking this course you agree to the Terms & Conditions outlined here.