Create with Purpose: Upholstery Workshops for Team Building & Wellbeing

Improve connection through crafting: Helping purpose-led businesses to build seamless teams with sustainable upholstery workshops

Upholstery workshops are perfect for small groups of adults seeking an indoor team-building activity that fosters communication, connection and creativity.

For colleagues who rarely spend quality time together, or are always glued to screens, it’s a chance to break away from the usual routine and focus on wellbeing.

Each team member will learn how to upholster their own unique, eco-friendly piece of furniture! They’ll leave with a fun keepsake that sparks positivity and inspires, along with a sense of accomplishment.

This experience is perfect for teams that include:

  • Lone or hybrid workers who rarely connect in person
  • Complete novices (no experience needed; everything is taught step by step)
  • Colleagues working on shared goals, where strong communication and collaboration drive success
  • Employees who go above and beyond, and deserve recognition
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Experiences

Groups of up to 16 can be accommodated; an additional per person price is added to cost.

Half-Day Noticeboard Workshop

Participants will learn how to upholster their own unique and eco-friendly noticeboard which can be used as a vision or display board (theirs to take home). A range of coloured fabrics and buttons to personalise design; afternoon tea; and hot and cold drinks at our workshop are all included.

Duration: Three-and-a-half hours from 9.30am-1pm (times can be altered to accommodate your needs). There is also the option to extend your half-day workshop into a full day – building in time for strategic planning following the creative play session. Workshops take place Monday to Friday.

Noticeboard workshop: £1,800 group of 12 (equivalent to £150 per person)

Noticeboard Workshop + full day room hire: £2,000 group of 12 (equivalent to £167 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Noticeboard workshop: £1,440 group of 12 (equivalent to £120 per person)

Noticeboard Workshop + full day room hire: £1,600 group of 12 (equivalent to £133 per person)

Full-Day Storage Crate Workshop

Participants will learn how to upholster their own unique and eco-friendly storage crate stool for practical storage and seating (theirs to take home). This is the perfect reward and recognition activity, or ideal for team bonding.

A range of coloured fabrics and buttons to personalise design; afternoon tea; and hot and cold drinks at our workshop are all included.

Duration: Six-and-a-half hours (usually from 9.30am-4pm, but times can be altered to accommodate your needs). Workshops take place Monday to Friday.

Storage Crate Workshop: £2,340 group of 12 (equivalent to £195 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Storage Crate Workshop: £1,872 group of 12 (equivalent to £187 per person)

Full-Day Footstool / Stool Workshop

Participants will learn how to upholster their own unique and eco-friendly footstool or stool (theirs to take home). This is the perfect reward and recognition activity, or ideal for team bonding.

A range of coloured fabrics and buttons to personalise design; afternoon tea; and hot and cold drinks at our workshop are all included.

Duration: Six-and-a-half hours (usually from 9.30am-4pm, but times can be altered to accommodate your needs). Workshops take place Monday to Friday.

Footstool / Stool Workshop: £2,340 group of 12 (equivalent to £195 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Footstool / Stool Workshop: £1,872 group of 12 (equivalent to £187 per person)

Half-Day Wreath-Making Workshop

A wonderful way to begin the festive season in style, join us for this creative Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop. You will create your own large fresh Christmas door wreath – including a variety of foliage. You can choose to add decorations to personalise your design.

Your experience will be made even more special as a yummy festive-themed afternoon-style tea is included.

Duration: The workshop lasts three hours. Morning sessions run from 10am- 1pm and afternoon sessions run from 1-4pm Monday to Friday.

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop: £948 group of 12 (equivalent to £79 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop: £766 group of 12 (equivalent to £64 per person)

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Experiences

Groups of up to 16 can be accommodated; an additional per person price is added to cost.

Half-Day Noticeboard Workshop

Participants will learn how to upholster their own unique and eco-friendly noticeboard which can be used as a vision or display board (theirs to take home). A range of coloured fabrics and buttons to personalise design; afternoon tea; and hot and cold drinks at our workshop are all included.

Duration: Three-and-a-half hours from 9.30am-1pm (times can be altered to accommodate your needs). There is also the option to extend your half-day workshop into a full day – building in time for strategic planning following the creative play session. Workshops take place Monday to Friday.

Noticeboard workshop: £1,800 group of 12 (equivalent to £150 per person)

Noticeboard Workshop + full day room hire: £2,000 group of 12 (equivalent to £167 per person)

20% Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Book your workshop

Full-Day Storage Crate Workshop

Participants will learn how to upholster their own unique and eco-friendly storage crate stool for practical storage and seating (theirs to take home). This is the perfect reward and recognition activity, or ideal for team bonding.

A range of coloured fabrics and buttons to personalise design; afternoon tea; and hot and cold drinks at our workshop are all included.

Duration: Six-and-a-half hours (usually from 9.30am-4pm, but times can be altered to accommodate your needs). Workshops take place Monday to Friday.

Storage Crate Workshop: £2,340 group of 12 (equivalent to £195 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Storage Crate Workshop: £1,872 group of 12 (equivalent to £156  per person)

Book a Discovery Call

Full-Day Footstool / Stool Workshop

Participants will learn how to upholster their own unique and eco-friendly footstool or stool (theirs to take home). This is the perfect reward and recognition activity, or ideal for team bonding.

A range of coloured fabrics and buttons to personalise design; afternoon tea; and hot and cold drinks at our workshop are all included.

Duration: Six-and-a-half hours (usually from 9.30am-4pm, but times can be altered to accommodate your needs). Workshops take place Monday to Friday.

Footstool / Stool Workshop: £2,340 group of 12 (equivalent to £195 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Footstool / Stool Workshop: £1,872 group of 12 (equivalent to £156 per person)

Book a Discovery Call

Half-Day Wreath-Making Workshop

A wonderful way to begin the festive season in style, join us for this creative Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop. You will create your own large fresh Christmas door wreath – including a variety of foliage. You can choose to add decorations to personalise your design.

Your experience will be made even more special as a yummy festive-themed afternoon-style tea is included.

Duration: The workshop lasts three hours. Morning sessions run from 10am- 1pm and afternoon sessions run from 1-4pm Monday to Friday.

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop: £948 group of 12 (equivalent to £79 per person)

Discounted Rates for CIC or Charities

Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop: £766 group of 12 (equivalent to £64 per person)

Book a Discovery Call

Tangible Returns on Your Investment

Leave your workshop experience with something to show for it: A personalised piece of furniture that unlocks your team’s potential and aligns with their goals.

Other outcomes include improved:

Creativity – This creative experience encourages design exploration – fostering fresh inspiration and innovation.

Connection – As team members work side by side, they build stronger relationships and enhance communication.

Capacity – Experience a boost in productivity as they clear their minds through calming, mindful activities.

Confidence – Empower your workforce with renewed confidence in their abilities.

All of which leads to:

  • Untapped creative talent – harnessing its full potential
  • Enhanced wellbeing – driving improved performance
  • Higher employee satisfaction – leading to better retention rates

What Makes Us Different?

No prep needed – Step through the door confident that every detail is handled, and all tools are ready for you.

Inclusive – This activity is appropriate for all ages (18+) and physical abilities. Ask about any special adaptations required for individual team members.

Sustainable choice – Semper Hopkins Upholstery & Interiors Ltd is B CorpTM certified and part of a global community of businesses committed to achieving high standards of social and environmental impact.

Unique venue – Our converted chapel in Scholar Green, Cheshire inspires deep feelings of calm. Disconnect with the outside world so you can deeply connect in person.

About Emma

Semper Hopkins Upholstery & Interiors Ltd was founded by wellbeing advocate Emma Semper Hopkins in June 2016 – later becoming B CorpTM certified in 2024.

Operating UK-wide from Scholar Green, Cheshire they specialise in delivering experiential creative upholstery workshops for organisations that value the mental and physical health of their employees.

Emma has a wealth of experience leading and managing high-performing teams in fast-paced environments, following her 15-year corporate career in food retail. Emma’s expertise is also complemented by a Business Degree, Masters in Marketing and upholstery qualifications.

She understands the importance of creative activities, which encourage connection, innovation and overall wellbeing.

Emma is on a mission to provide organisations with these opportunities, and offers a sustainable experience that both rewards and engages all who attend.

Emma shares her story of overcoming burnout, fear, her personal journey of self- care and living a visionary life in the Amazon best-selling book ‘Seen Too’ – published on World Mental Health Day in October 2022.

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Sustainable Upholstery

We are working towards a greener and more sustainable way forward in the upholstery industry.

We responsibly source eco-friendly fabrics made from recycled materials, FSC-certified wood, and use environmentally friendly materials. We buy from local suppliers as much as possible, which further reduces our carbon footprint and enables us to support other small UK-based businesses.

The beautiful pieces of furniture that are made in our workshops are built to last. We use high-quality materials that withstand wear and tear over time – reducing the need for replacements.

We are on a mission to empower individuals with skills so they can re-upholster their own furniture or second-hand pieces – giving them a new lease of life. This reduces waste and the demand for new furniture production.

Enhance Your Creative Experience with a Learning and Development Focus

Semper Hopkins Upholstery & Interiors Ltd are proud to partner with a range of Learning & Development specialists who can supplement your upholstery workshop experience with their training and insights – including sessions on DISC profiling, goal setting, leadership training and more. Prices start from £2,340 for groups of 12 (equivalent to £195 per person).

Book a discovery call to discuss your enhanced event needs

What our customers think…

“It was lovely working on a clear project and feeling supported when unsure. Lovely to make choices allowing individuality.
Great being all together and achieving something. The workshop was easy going and it was lovely to work alongside colleagues.
Enjoying focusing on the task but still having fun! Very enjoyable with clear instructions and support.”

Skills For Care

“What a complete joy it was to attend Emma’s brilliant upholstery workshop this week!
Emma is a fantastic host and tutor. Everything from the welcome, to the demonstrations and explanations, the individual coaching was just perfect.
We all left having had some brilliant conversations, made great connections and with a simply beautiful vision/notice board that we’d each hand crafted
As someone who’s worked with hundreds of teams and been delivering team building events for over 25 years, this was something I could definitely see would add value to many of those!”

Kerry Lockyer
Oomph Learning & Development Ltd

“I highly recommend Emma’s upholstery team building courses. They are a fantastic way for teams to connect and learn about each other, whilst also learning new skills and creating something special to take away.
Upholstery is very mindful so the workshop is very relaxing and the chapel space that Emma works from has such a “get away from it all” feel.
I doubt anyone would regret having taken part.”

Gill Fox
The Nantwich Clinic

“Emma is an outstanding provider of high-quality workshops tailored to the development of your team’s mental health & individual needs. In a wonderful old atmospheric building, she carefully guides everyone into creative construction.
Highly recommended if you or your team wish to breath connect and engage in a fantastic team event.”

Keith Simpson
Cheshire Connect

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