Redeemed Relic Upholstery

08/19/2026

Fall Hand Sewing Workshops September 19! Sign Up Here. https://forms.gle/NibC9bpFT2pKcEFV6

07/24/2026

Today was the last day of 3 Kids’ Hand Sewing level 1.0 camps. That’s a total of 15 days teaching a total of 20 kiddos how to create something new with their hands. 15 days of growing confidence in a skill and making new friends. It was great, and I remember why I love teaching.

07/11/2026

Credit to Repinned Upholstery & Restoration…this says it perfectly,

Why does everyone assume upholstery should cost less than buying new?

It’s a question almost every upholsterer has heard.

The truth is, most people compare custom craftsmanship to mass production—and they are fundamentally different products.

A new chair from a big-box retailer is often manufactured overseas in factories producing hundreds or thousands of identical pieces at a time. Materials are purchased in bulk, labor is divided among specialized departments, and automation keeps costs low.

Professional custom upholstery works in the opposite direction.

Every project is unique. Before a single staple is driven, we spend hours removing old fabric, documenting construction, repairing frames, rebuilding springs and cushions, pattern matching, sewing, and hand-fitting every detail to that specific piece of furniture.

What many people don’t realize:

• Furniture sold before the 1990s was often built with hardwood frames, coil springs, and joinery designed to last for generations.

• The EPA estimates that millions of tons of furniture end up in landfills every year.

• Reupholstery preserves heirlooms, reduces waste, and supports local skilled trades.

• When you invest in custom upholstery, you’re not just buying fabric—you’re investing in craftsmanship, sustainability, and the people keeping these trades alive.

Sometimes reupholstering costs more than buying new. But the better question is:

Are you replacing furniture—or preserving something worth keeping?

06/30/2026

It’s been quite the summer (already)! I am back in the shop, we are not taking on new projects at this time as we are trying to catch up. If you have a potential project, please send me a text in late fall and we can begin the steps to REDEEM your RELIC!

06/04/2026

Kids at work! It’s been so fun in Hand Sewing 1.0 camp! Lots of projects sewn and skills learned! A couple of spots remaining for the two July camps, message me for more information!

05/06/2026

Summer Camps Update…
Only July camps remain open, with two spaces in each. If your student ages 8-13 might be interested in hand sewing, check out the flyer in previous posts.

04/14/2026

I don’t paint or refinish furniture…in general. But for my family, IYKYK. Stay tuned for the after.

04/05/2026

To those who celebrate, Happy Easter from our small business!

04/02/2026

I love when my client has the vision for what their piece can be. A great fabric choice makes for a dramatic transformation!