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• Ep 11: Finding Employment as an Upholsterer - The Journey of Linda from 7 Upholstery

  In this episode, we chat with Linda from 7 Upholstery. Unlike most upholsterers who are self-employed, Linda has spent the last 18 years working a 9-to-5 in the trade. So, what’s it like being employed as an upholsterer? How has her skill evolved over the years, and what has she learned along the way?  Join Ray and Vicky as we talk shop and dive into Linda’s unique experience in the industry.7 Upholstery⁠BEA Staple Guns⁠⁠Martins Upholstery Supplies

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• Sit on This! Presents: The William Whiteley Scissor Factory, Episode 3

  Ray and Vicky took a trip to Sheffield, UK, to visit the legendary William Whiteley & Sons, one of the world’s oldest scissor manufacturers. In this fascinating episode, we dive into the history, craftsmanship, and surprising details behind this essential upholstery tool—everything you never knew you needed to know about scissors!  Also available as a video podcast on our new YouTube channel, Sit on This! Productions. Tune in and watch the full experience!

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• Ep 10: Behind the Scenes with a Drapesmaster – Cristina Venegas on Film & TV Upholstery

  In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Cristina Venegas, the Dame of Drapery behind Drapes of Wrath. If you've ever wondered what it’s like to be an upholsterer in the film industry, this one’s for you!  Cristina has worked on some of the biggest productions, including The Crown and Marvel’s Loki.  We dive into the artistry of drapery, the pressures of deadline-driven upholstery, and what it takes to be one of the few female Drapesmasters in the industry. Don’t miss this fascinating peek behind the curtain!   Thank you to our Sponsors BEA Martins   Other interesting links connected to this podcast Kays Directory Royal Scottish Conservatoire of Scotland Sit on This website ARC The Upholstery Cabin

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• Sit on This! Presents: Chair Stories with Vicky, Episode 2

  This month Vicky has a coffee and a chat with Anita, a more recent upholstery student, who works in a creative field, teaching embroidery at the Royal School of Needlework. Royal School of Needlework Restoration of a Bon Marche Chair

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• Ep 9: Upholstery Royalty - A chat with Rachael South, Queen of Caning

  In episode 9 of the Sit on This! Podcast, Ray and Vicky chat with Rachael South, a third generation upholsterer and chair caner, who's currently the AMUSF stage 1, 2 & 3 course leader in upholstery at London Metropolitan University and widely regarded as the "Queen of Caning".Rachael shares her journey through the world of upholstery and textiles, her passion for preserving traditional skills, and what it's like to go from the art of hand-caning to educating the next generation of craftspeople.From the art of hand-caning to the challenges of modern upholstery education, this episode is a must listen for anyone who loves craftsmanship, heritage and all things upholstery related.London Met UniRachael South UpholsteryRachael South's New Book!Warner Textile ArchiveBEA Staple GunsMartins Upholstery Supplies

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