The Feathered Edge
Essential listening for upholsters and teachers alike, you'll hear an eclectic 'weaving together' of life and skills as we talk to some of the best upholsterers in our business and provide a forum for those new to our trade.
We'll delve into a rich tapestry of fascinating stories, experiences, skills sharing, and general 'chitchat' on our virtual couch. Because a chat is always a good thing, right?!
Hosted by Robbie Richardson, Master Upholsterer, it's 100% by upholsters, for upholsters.
Everyone is welcome, so switch on, tune in, grab a coffee or listen as you work.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 37 minutes
- Episodes
- 42
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
A chat with Helen Buckley, student Upholsterer
In this week’s episode, Robbie is chatting to Helen Buckley, who is nearly at the end of a 3-year Diploma at the British School of Upholstered Furniture.
Helen has always had a passion for fabrics a…
A chat with Petra Gadsby of Gadsby Design
It’s time for a new season of In Stitches, and this season we’re chatting to upholsterers whose introduction to the trade came much more recently than some of our previous distinguished guests.
Up …
A chat with Iain Stephens, Senior Conservator - Restorer of Upholstery at The Royal Household
In this week’s episode, Robbie chats to Iain Stephens, Senior Conservator - Restorer of Upholstery at The Royal Household
With several degrees in subjects as diverse as Biochemistry and Inorganic Che…
A chat with David James
In this week's episode of In Stitches, we are delighted to have the honour of talking to Mr David James.
Having started his career back in 1954 at the tender age of 15, David has seen many changes i…
A chat with Michael Bowden from Jam Interiors
Michael didn't fancy following in his father's footsteps as a plumber, as (he openly admits) he didn't fancy unblocking other people's toilets! But with a mum who made a living making loose covers …
A chat with Bruce Jack
This week, Robbie chats with the gentleman of upholstery, Mr Bruce Jack.
Entering the trade at the tender age of 16 on a Youth Training Scheme (because it seemed more fun than working as a gardener …
A chat with Alex Law from The School of Upholstery
In this week’s episode, Robbie and Alex chat about their experiences of having dyslexia, and how they haven’t let it stop them from carving out successful careers, despite the challenges it brings.
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A chat with Armand Verdier of Armand Verdier Fine Upholstery
A self-confessed cruiser who likes to take a day at a time, Armand's life has seen him working in some unusual and interesting places, but things haven't always gone to plan! And with a black belt in…
A chat with Bruno Paulin-Lopez of Atelier de France, Inc.
This week, In Stitches goes International, as we are joined by the fascinating Bruno Paulin-Lopez, all the way from the USA!
With over 40 years in the trade, Bruno’s experience speaks for itself. …
A chat with Katerina Gibb of The Upholsteress
With a great-grandmother, grandmother and mother who all excelled in making beautiful pieces of headwear/clothing, it was almost inevitable that Katerina Gibb would end up working creatively with her…
A Chat with Greg Cupitt-Jones of Cottage Upholstery & the British School of Upholstered Furniture
In this, the first episode of season 2 of the In Stitches podcast, we hear how life the life of an Upholsterer can be tough! From doing piece work in a workshop in Edinburgh, to having to supplement …
A chat with Robbie Richardson himself!
As series one of In Stitches closes, this week the tables are turned on host Robbie Richardson as he becomes the interviewee with Gareth Rees asking the questions!
Find out what makes Robbie tick, w…
A chat with Steve Franklin of Franklin Upholstery
Growing up in London in the 60's and 70's was a very different experience to what it is now with career paths being determined more by attainment than effort and determination.
In this week's episo…
A chat with Michelle Kenyon-Roberts of Kenyon-Roberts Upholstery
With an established career as a Geo-Technical Engineer already to their name, becoming an Upholsterer is probably the last thing you would expect someone to do but that's exactly what Michelle did af…
A chat with Joanna Heptinstall of Traditional Upholstery School
Joanna's love of upholstery was born when she was sent to visit an upholsterer whilst working as a journalist for Homes and Gardens, as she instantly fell in love with the smell of the workshop!
In …
A chat with Kirsty Lockwood of Kirsty Lockwood Furnishings
Becoming an Upholsterer is probably not how you would picture a former Army Officer making a new career but that is exactly what Kirsty did. Since qualifying, her path has taken a few sharp but inte…
A chat with Wendy Shorter-Blake MBE of Wendy Shorter Interiors Ltd.
How does a person go from being PA to one of the "greatest filmmakers in cinematic history", Stanley Kubrick, to becoming a Master Upholsterer and leading the training for Upholsterers of the future.…
A chat with Ray Clarke of Ray Clarke Upholstery and Design
Ray's journey in to upholstery had a few twists and turns, with ups and downs along the way but with his work featuring on not one but two television programmes and his own range of bold fabric desig…
A chat with Leigh-Anne Treadwell of Bristol Upholstery Collective
After studying fine art and using art to help the community to then becoming pub landlady, when Leigh-Anne wanted to get back to her creative roots she fell in to upholstery almost by accident!
In t…
A chat with Hannah Weston Smith of Hannah and Nails
Hannah's childhood dream of being Fire Fighter was shattered due to not meeting regulation height but their loss is the Upholstery world's gain! Listen as Hannah tells us how she got started in Upho…