DIY Custom Footstool: Modern Upholstery Workshop Experience

Learn the basics and leave with your very own footstool at this upholstery workshop in London.



5 hours Location Shepherd’s Bush Class size 1 to 2 guests   £170

Learn how to upholster your own footstool in this beginner-friendly workshop at Petit Miracle Interiors in Shepherd's Bush, London. Over 5 hours (with a half-hour break), you'll work in a small group of just two, so instruction is tailored to your pace and experience. By the end, you'll have a finished footstool and practical upholstery skills for future projects.
What you'll learn:
  • How to use upholstery tools safely and effectively
  • Why specific tools and materials are used at each stage
  • The different materials used in modern upholstery
  • A step-by-step guide to upholstering a footstool
  • The confidence to tackle upholstery projects on your own
What's included:
  • A 45 x 30 cm footstool frame and legs
  • All tools and core materials (bring your own top fabric)
  • Expert, hands-on tuition in a small group setting
  • Your finished footstool to take home, time permitting
Booking this workshop also supports Petit Miracles, a Shepherd's Bush charity and social enterprise that's been diverting furniture from landfill since 2009 – using the upcycling process to train local adults, including those facing barriers to work, education, or social connection. Every penny goes back into the people, programmes, and community that make this work possible.
Please note: you'll need to bring your own fabric, though a small selection is available to buy from £20. This workshop is for ages 18 and over – wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dusty. Spaces are limited to two people per session to keep instruction hands-on.

Upcoming dates for DIY Custom Footstool: Modern Upholstery Workshop Experience

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 3 Nov 2026, 1:38am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

3 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 20 Mar 2027.

  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 11am-4pm
  • Sat 23 Jan 2027, 11am-4pm
  • Sat 20 Mar 2027, 11am-4pm
What you'll get
A footstool they worked on in the workshop to take home.
Knowledge required
None, just a keeness to learn.
What to bring
  • Clothes they don't mind getting dusty, dirty or stained.
  • Closed toe shoes.
  • Top fabric of their choice.

FAQ

Do I need any experience?
No prior experience is needed. This workshop is beginner-friendly, and we’ll guide you through every step.
What do I need to bring?
Just your top fabric (we’ll provide everything else). If you don’t have any fabric, we’ll have a small selection available to purchase on the day starting from £20.
Is everything else included in the ticket price?
Yes — the stool, tools, core materials, PPE, and expert instruction are all included. Only the top fabric is not included.
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What should I wear?
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dusty or stained. Aprons will be available.
Will the workshop be physically demanding?
Some parts may require physical effort. If you have any accessibility needs, please contact us in advance so we can make adjustments to support you.
Will it be finished in one session?
Most participants complete their footstool during the workshop. If not, you’ll be very close and have the skills to finish it at home.
Location

Petit Miracles, front of W12 Shopping Centre - Petit Miracles, London W12 8PH

This venue is within walking distance of Shepherd's Bush, Shepherd's Bush Market and Goldhawk Road tube stations

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  • 5/5 from Orsolya Lukacs, attended Oct 2026: Do you know what the best thing to do on a rainy, gloomy day is? Taking a beginner's upholstery workshop! ​With a fantastic female instructor who explains everything, is cheerful, funny, and—most importantly—lets you do the work yourself. She doesn't snatch the hammer or the staple gun out of your hands. She stands right beside you, watching you work, guiding you with her eyes, and encouraging you with every word. She explains how everything works and pays close attention to the details. ​I made a footstool with her help and guidance. The final result is perfect! My mood is fantastic, and I'm so happy! ​I recommend this course to everyone—it's the best one I've ever been to! ​Thank you!
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Petit Miracles is a registered charity that uses empty property to create social value.
Petit Miracle Interiors, located in the West12 Shopping Centre, provides interior design training, DIY & upcycling workshops to vulnerable adults in the local community. We divert items from landfill, occupy vacant property, all while creating social value.

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