Over time, your beloved furniture may show general wear and tear. Scratches, loose joints, and worn fabric can make furniture look past its best, but they don’t necessarily mean it needs replacing. With the right approach, you can repair many common problems and extend your furniture’s life for years to come. Revamping old furniture may
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After more than 40 years of teaching furniture design, we like to think we know a thing or two about trends. From the orange pine craze of the noughties to the recent revival of antiques, we’ve seen it all at Chippendale. Furniture-making techniques continue to evolve, although some traditional methods are making a welcome return.
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Got an old chair sitting in the corner of your living room, crying out for a new lease of life? Or perhaps you’re looking for a creative hobby that teaches you a useful new skill? If so, learning how to upholster a chair could be just the thing! In this guide, we’ll take you through
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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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…and how to fix them! 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
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