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Master Boat Upholstery

Learn Boat Upholstery & Reupholster Like a Pro!

Master the Art of Boat Upholstery – Even If You're a Complete Beginner!

Are your boat seats cracked, faded, or looking worse for wear? Like these above?

 

Professional reupholstery can cost a fortune—but what if you could do it yourself and save money while learning a valuable skill?

Whether you want to restore your own boat or start a profitable upholstery business, this step-by-step course will teach you everything you need to achieve professional-quality results.

Introducing the Boat Upholstery Course

This 4 day course will take you from feeling unsure about upholstery to confidently reupholstering boat seats, cushions, and panels with a high-quality, professional finish.

✔ Save money by doing it yourself rather than hiring expensive professionals
✔ Learn the right techniques to cut, sew, and install marine vinyl properly
✔ Avoid common mistakes that can lead to poor results

With my clear instructions and proven methods, you'll be able to create sleek, durable boat upholstery—without years of trial and error.

What You’ll Learn in This Course

✅ How to choose the best marine vinyl, foam & thread
✅ The essential sewing techniques for boat upholstery including the waterproofing
✅ How to pattern, cut, and sew for a perfect fit
✅ How to sew piping, flutes, and decorative patterns & stitching
✅ How to properly staple, glue & fasten upholstery
✅ Troubleshooting tips to fix common issues
✅ How to price your work & start a boat upholstery business

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to reupholster boat seats with confidence—or even turn your new skills into a money-making business!

Who Is This Course For?

✅ Boat owners who want to save money & time by reupholstering their own seats
✅ DIY ers who enjoy learning practical, hands-on skills
✅ Beginners looking for clear, step-by-step guidance
✅ Anyone considering starting a boat upholstery business

🚫 This course is NOT for you if:

❌ You’re looking for a quick fix without learning the proper techniques
❌ You’re not willing to invest time in learning a valuable skill

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I’m Sam, and I’ve spent over 24 years teaching people how to master industrial sewing machines and boat upholstery. I’ve helped hundreds of students from all over the world go from complete beginners to confident professionals.

I understand the challenges that come with learning upholstery, which is why I’ve designed this course to be simple, structured, and frustration-free!

What’s Included in the Course?

📚 4 Core Modules:

  • Module 1: Choosing Materials/Suppliers & Setting Up Your Workspace

  • Module 2: Industrial Sewing Machine Techniques for Boat Upholstery

  • Module 3: Patterning, Cutting & Sewing Seat Covers

  • Module 4: Installing Upholstery, quoting & Business Basics 

🎁 BONUS #1: A Suppliers Sheet with contact details
🎁 BONUS #2: An Industrial sewing machine problem solving PDF
🎁 BONUS #3: A Quoting form

🎁 BONUS #4: A 'How much material do I need" Sheet

🎁 BONUS #5: A pricing Calculator

Book Your Course & Start Upholstering Like a Pro!

 

Got Questions?

❓ Do I need an industrial sewing machine?
👉 Yes, but I’ll help you choose the right one.

❓ How long will I have access to support after the course?
👉 Lifetime access—as long as you need me.

Ready to Master Boat Upholstery?

Don’t let worn-out seats ruin the look of your boat. Join the Boat Upholstery Masterclass today and start creating stunning upholstery with confidence!

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What do our Past Students say?

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George, Norfolk

I recently took part in the upholstery and covers course with sam and it was absolutely fantastic. I learnt a whole range of new skills to really up my game and learnt so much about different fabrics, products and real life applications to use them. On top of the course being great sam couldn't of been any friendlier and also incredibly patient and knowledgable. Suitable for complete beginners or people with some previous knowledge. Cant recommend highly enough!

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Tom, Isle of Wight

I attended the covers course in February 2022. Sam was lovely and the course was easy to follow and workshop well equipped. All materials were provided and she gives great support post program. I am 100% confident going ahead with my own upholstery projects following my time with Sam.

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Justine, Cornwall

Sam was very knowledgeable and friendly. It was a productive and pleasant few days in which I learnt a lot. Would highly recommend Sam 

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