Shabby Chic Furniture Upcycling Workshop

Woodwork, upcycling, recycling, shabby chic, and furniture painting.


black paw
black paw
7 years in business

7 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 4 to 30
  £135
South West
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Craft
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Woodworking
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Kid Friendly
Dive into the art of upcycling and unleash your creativity! This full-day, hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to turn forgotten furniture into stunning pieces.
What’s in Store:
  • Bring Your Own Project or Choose a Chair – Pick a small item you’d like to transform or select a piece from our curated stock. Either way, you’ll create something completely unique to take home.
  • Master Exciting Techniques – Our workshop covers a range of creative methods, including:
  • Wood Burning – Add rustic textures for a one-of-a-kind look.
  • Dyeing – Play with colours to give your piece a whole new life.
  • Distressed Paint Effects – Get that perfect vintage, worn-in feel.
  • Oils & Finishes – Bring out the beauty of natural wood.
  • Salt & Chalk Paint – Experiment with textures and styles for a personalised touch.
  • Stencilling – Personalise with patterns and designs that make a statement.
Beginners welcome! You’ll leave with practical upcycling skills and a clear understanding of materials and tools, ready to create beautiful projects on your own.
All sessions are held indoors in a warm, inviting space – no weather worries here!
Book now and let your imagination run wild in a fun, supportive environment.


Knowledge required
No prior experience needed! This course is perfect for beginners—just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to jump in. Your instructor will guide you every step of the way, helping you turn reclaimed materials into something amazing.
 
What you'll get
  • All materials and tools are included on all the courses.
  • There is also free tea and coffee on tap throughout the day.
The course schedule and the topics to be addressed are merely illustrative and subject to modification depending on the participants' skill levels and the priority of subjects that participants wish to delve into on any given day.
What to bring
Just bring yourself, a packed lunch, and a sense of adventure! Wear old clothes and sturdy footwear, as we’ll be getting hands-on and creative. Come ready to dive in, have fun, and learn something new!
 
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity or hen do.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 14 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Evercreech, South West

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Shabby Chic Furniture Upcycling Workshop location
Your teacher

black paw
black paw

7 years in business

Scott and Sue, experienced teachers and community workers with over 20 years in the field, have a long-standing passion for upcycling. It was the encouragement from friends and family, eager to recreate the inventive pieces they’d seen in Scott and Sue's home, that inspired them to share their skills. Now, more than eight years later, Scott and Sue offers Black Paw upcycling experiences in their workshop, helping people craft their own upcycled projects and learn skills they can use at home. Recently, they’ve expanded their courses to include van-to-campervan conversions, resin crafting and building fire pits from car wheels, bringing creativity and sustainability to a whole new level.

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