Book a Bench sessions are suitable for both beginers and returning students.

If you are new to upholstery, this is a supportive and flexible way to begin. You’ll be guided step-by-step while working on your own project, building skills and confidence as you go.

For returning students, Book a Bench offers the opportunity to continue projects, develope your skills further, and spend more time in the workshop at your own pace.

All projects must be approved before booking to ensure they are suitable for the workshop. This helps create a positive experience for everyone and allows each student to progress with confidence.

Many students begin unsure if they can do it – and leave with new skills, confidence, and a project they’re proud of.

Book a Bench sessions are relaxed, supported workshop sessions designed to give you flexibility while you learn.

Each session lasts three hours and takes place in a small group of four students, ensuring plenty of individual support throughout.

You can book a single session, a small number of sessions, or attend regularly — there is no obligation to attend every week.

Many students choose to spread their sessions out, while others prefer to attend more frequently to build momentum.

You may mix Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and you can book both in the same week if you wish.

There is no fixed timeframe to complete your project. You work at your own pace with support every step of the way. Everyone works at a slightly different pace and that’s completely part of the process.

Book a Bench sessions run as small, supported workshops and require a minimum number of students to go ahead.

• Sessions will run when three or more students are booked

• If fewer than three students are booked, the session may need to be rescheduled

• Numbers are reviewed 48 hours before the session

• We aim to confirm as early as possible if a session is unable to run

If a session cannot go ahead due to low numbers, you will be offered:

• A full credit to rebook onto another Book a Bench date, or

• An alternative date, where possible

This helps ensure each session remains a valuable, supported experience for everyone

Book a Bench sessions are £48 per person for a three-hour supported workshop session. This includes guidance and support throughout, use of workshop equipment and tools, and access to upholstery materials (available to purchase if required).

You can book as many or as few sessions as you need, depending on your project.

Sessions are booked and paid for in advance, and confirmed once payment has been received.

If you’re unsure how many sessions to book, I’m always happy to advise once I’ve seen your project.

To help your Book a Bench session runs smoothly, please send a photo of the project you’re planning to work on before booking. It’s a simple step that makes a big difference to how smoothly your session runs.

It allows me to:

• Check your project is suitable for a supported Book a Bench session

• Make sure the right tools and setup are ready for you

• Highlight anything that may need a little more time, preparation, or a different approach

Book a Bench sessions work best when projects are well suited to the shared workshop environment and helps ensure you have a positive and productive experience.

How to send your project photo
Please send a quick photo (or more) of your project via WhatsApp to Helen on 07946 489 611.
If WhatsApp isn’t suitable, you can email photos to contact@stevensonandsoames.co.uk.

If anything about your project needs discussing, Helen will be in touch ahead of your session.

Book a Bench sessions are booked as individual supported workshop sessions and are subject to our cancelation policy. We understand that plans can sometimes change, and we always aim to be as fair and helpful as possible where we can.

At a glance:
• Book a Bench sessions are booked as individual sessions

• Sessions are non-refundable

• If you need to change your date, transfers or credits may be offered with sufficient notice

• Please read the full policy before booking

Booking is quick and simple – just select your preferred dates directly in the calendar below.

• Available dates can be selected directly in the calendar

• If a date or time cannot be selected, that session is fully booked

• Sessions do not run every week — all current availability is shown in the calendar

• Your selected dates are temporarily held while you complete your booking

• If your booking isn’t completed, the dates will automatically become available again after a short time

If you have any issues while booking, or something doesn’t look quite right please feel free to contact Helen directly. I’m always happy to help.