Just outside Scotland’s capital of Edinburgh lies East Lothian. Known for its championship golf courses and sweeping beaches, the region offers far more than first meets the eye. Whether you’re visiting to take part in one of Chippendale’s furniture-making courses or simply exploring a new corner of Scotland, there’s plenty waiting to be discovered. As […]
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With over 40 years of experience offering furniture design courses, we like to think we know a thing or two about trends in this area. From the recent resurgence of heritage antiques to the orange pine craze of the noughties, we’ve seen it all at Chippendale. As furniture-making techniques continue to evolve, or in some
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Unsure what to do with that old chair in the corner of your living room, crying out for a new lease of life? Or perhaps you’re searching for a new and creative hobby that will teach you a useful skill? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, then learning how to upholster
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Whether you’ve always admired beautifully crafted furniture and dreamed of creating your own, or you’re simply looking to explore a new and rewarding hobby, taking those first steps into woodworking can feel a little overwhelming. There’s a lot to take in, and it can be hard to know where to start. In this guide, we’ll
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Mistakes are part and parcel of woodworking, even for the most seasoned makers. What sets the pros apart from beginners is simply that they’ve had more experience learning from them. These lessons come with time, as you get to grips with tools, materials, and processes. To spare you that first wave of panic, we’ve rounded
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Inspiration can strike from the unlikeliest of places – and it’s always embraced, especially if you’re an aspiring furniture design school student. For the past 40 years, we’ve welcomed students from every corner of the globe. With this diverse mix comes a remarkable range of design perspectives, cultural references, and artistic traditions that often enrich
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