Teaching
John J. Lawler offers classes in Antique furniture restoration, Traditional or modern upholstery, wood turning, caning, rush seating, French polishing, Sewing and Carving.
John J. Lawler offers very flexible attendance at his classes, which run on Saturdays: 10am till 1pm or 2pm till 5pm. Summer week: Last week of July and first week of August every year.
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Seen here working on sewing machine with 50s style chair in the background. About John's Classes: "A lifetime of knowledge ad skill, generously taught with humour and patience" |
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About John's classes: " I am thoroughly enjoying my upholstery classes with John, who is always on hand to help and provide guidance, maintaining an element of humour! Once this chair is finished, i’ll just need to buy another one in need of some TLC!" |
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About John's classes: "I have been working on my chair for 4 weeks now and have enjoyed every minute of it. John is a great teacher". |
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"I have been caning a chair on and off for a few months. It's a true test of patience! I've learned so much from John and have really enjoyed his workshop sessions every Saturday morning. Great to meet the others students and see their projects take shape too!" |
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"A few years ago I learnt to upholster a chair with John's patient help during the summer course he runs. I have since learnt to cover a window seat which is fantastic and looks very professional. John's workshop is relaxed and a great place to meet others all working and enjoying themselves." |
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"Although I have a degree in furniture conservation and restoration which includes upholstery, I like to attend John's classes because I am working in a relaxed atmosphere with a very knowledgeable teacher." |
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Working on a mid-Victorian easy chair. |
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Completing on some cane seat. |
