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Top 5 reasons why you should buy an Upholstery gift experience this Christmas
Our Upholstery Workshops based in the stunning Cheshire countryside, are the perfect gift experience for people of all ages, skill sets and genders.
Why should you start an evening class in 2023?
Studying in the evening is a great way to pass the cold, dark nights and an excellent opportunity to learn a new skill, language or maybe even develop a hidden talent, as well as make new friends and socialise with like minded people. This is how I started my journey into the world of upholstery over 9 years ago.
What is going on during November and December at Semper Hopkins Upholstery?
We have a rather busy few months coming up in our workshop in Scholar Green, Cheshire, on the run up to Christmas with many of our Upholstery Workshops being held, along with creating custom made furniture and reupholstering old pieces of furniture for our customers.
How are you taking care of yourself? Have you got time for a day retreat?
It’s the middle of September. Do you feel like your summer holiday is a distant memory? I’m personally trying to hold onto summer for as long as possible and not get sucked into the drudgery of school routine.
How to do your bit for the environment with woollen alternatives
If you are on the look out for more sustainable brands, check out Little Beau Sheep, a business dedicated to sustainable products.
Make a piece of furniture for your home office
If you are in need of a new desk, or even new seating - we can help you.
Why Nigel chose to join us for a Footstool Upholstery Workshop- Q&A with Nigel Keeble
Q&A with Nigel - Find out what Nigel enjoyed about our workshop
My top three favourite things about upholstery and why I started it as a hobby
Emma's top three favourite things about upholstery and why she started it as a hobby. Fancy giving it a go? Try out one of our upholstery workshops.
Design and Make Your Own Footstool In 4 Easy Steps
Design and make your own footstool in 4 easy steps - Create your own bespoke footstool at our Upholstery Workshops in Cheshire
The History of Semper Hopkins Upholstery & Interiors- The Big Reveal 13th July 2022
Are you looking to start a new hobby or learn a new craft this year? - Choosing a creative hobby can help reduce the symptoms of anxiety and stress...
Why Sarah chose to join us for a Upholstery workshop – Q&A with Sarah Toolan Tivnan
Q & A with Sarah - find out what she thought of her recent footstool upholstery workshop.
Are you looking to start a new hobby or learn a new craft this year?
Are you looking to start a new hobby or learn a new craft this year? - Choosing a creative hobby can help reduce the symptoms of anxiety and stress...
May News from the workshop ……our top five highlights from a busy month!
Have you noticed my blogs & featured posts have returned? I promised myself to write two a month and I’ve done it.
I have been doing so much computer work for my b-corp assessment I’d run out of energy to do any of my other usual business tasks and let it slip, but I’ve found my flow.
Boosting Creative Wellbeing for Charities: A collaboration with Cheshire Connect
Over the years of running a small business I’ve stood back and admired others doing amazing work for charities either fundraising, donating or sharing their expertise.
I did bits here and there either donating raffle prizes or raising money for causes that other people have approached me for.
Are you curious to find out how upholstery could help you on a team building activity?
When people hear the word upholstery they think sofa’s, footstools, armchairs. They don’t automatically think of an experience that can be enjoyed by your team.
Do you love to learn new skills? Natasha does, find out why
Do you love being in your home? Do you want your home to look like no one else’s?
Do you want your home to have your style and vision, and to be filled with furniture that you’ve either learnt to make or put your own stamp on.
February News from the workshop – Living the life you dream of, I am.
I’ve been sharing personal stories in my blog to inspire some readers out there. To let you know that it is possible to live the life you dream of, anything is possible but you are the one that has to make things happen and take action.
How Creative Hobbies Can Help Prevent Ill Health
“Do you find yourself craving a little creativity in your life? Turns out, tapping in to that creative energy can actually improve your overall health. It might sound too good to be true but engaging in creative behaviours (even simple tasks like colouring in) improves brain function, mental health and physical health (Forbes 2019)”.