Register for the FME!
Join us at the Furniture Manufacturing Expo, June 11-12, 2025 in Hickory, North Carolina!
The Furniture Manufacturing Expo is the only trade show in North America showcasing the largest gathering of suppliers and the latest solutions for manufacturers of home furnishings. The latest products, services, machinery, and technologies will be showcased, along with a two-day educational program developed by industry leaders.
Use promo code NUA25 to receive a free registration.
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Custom Workroom Conference
Save the date for September 23-25, 2025 in Kingsport, TN at the MeadowView Conference Resort.
The CWC is the only annual education event and trade show specifically for custom window covering, upholstery and soft furnishing workroom businesses.
Registration opens in June!
The NUA will be hosting a Pre-Event on September 22nds from 2-4PM at the Marriot Meadow View Conference Resort and Convention Center. There will be games, prizes and special guests. The Pre-Event is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers.
Be on the lookout for registraion info coming soon!
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Our NUA Merch Store is Now Open!
We’re thrilled to announce that the National Upholstery Association’s Merch Store is officially open! Stock up on exclusive NUA-branded items that show your pride in our vibrant community of upholstery professionals.
From stylish apparel to handy accessories, there’s something for everyone. Plus, every purchase helps support the NUA’s mission to uplift and connect our industry.
Don’t wait—shop now and represent the craft you love!
Thank you for supporting the NUA!
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Webinars
The NUA holds webinars on the second Tuesday of every month at 1:00pm ET. Registration information for webinars are emailed to members two weeks prior to the event. Here's what we have planned next:
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Box Cushion Construction with Jeanelle Dech
Tuesday, May 13th at 1:00pm EST
In this webinar you will learn techniques upholsterers and slipcover-makers use to create perfect box cushions in record time. Topics include welt cord, pattern matching, zipper insertion, and inserts for indoor and outdoor applications. Jeanelle will also offer tips for long bench cushions and welt-edge throw pillows are also included. |
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Natural Fibers for Upholstery with Karsten Siewert
Tuesday, May 13th at 1:00pm EST
In this webinar you will learn why natural fibers are preferred for upholstery. Karsten will explore how they are eco-friendly, breathable, comfortable, durable, have longevity, are hypoallergic properties and are timeless. |
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NUA Volunteer of the Quarter
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Amara Falk
Hi! I’m Amara Falk, and I serve on the Education Committee for the NUA while working on the product team at Rochford and CushionCraft.
My days are a mix of researching trends, crafting marketing messages, coordinating with our sales and supply chain teams, training folks on new products, and making sure things run smoothly behind the scenes—usually with the help of a trusty spreadsheet or two.
Before this role, I worked in education, consulting, and project management. Outside of work, I write music and perform improv comedy.
I’m happiest in roles that blend structure with creativity and let me connect with people along the way. I love helping teams stay curious, clear, and collaborative—and that’s exactly what drew me to the National Upholstery Association.
As the granddaughter of a welder from Minnesota’s Iron Range, I’ve always had a deep appreciation for people who work with their hands. When I was introduced to the NUA, I realized I could support that passion—and put my skills to use—through the Education Committee.
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Volunteer with the NUA!
Volunteers are the heart of our organization.
Our board and committees are composed of unpaid volunteers - small business owners, manufacturing professionals, and upholstery students - who are all passionate about supporting and advancing the field of upholstery.
Please consider becoming an NUA Volunteer - learn more here!
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Latest Blogs
What are some things you wish you knew when you started out in upholstery?
Do you wish you knew then what you know now? Many people do, in many areas of life. That’s why this is a big topic of discussion when upholsterers get together.
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Industry News & Upcoming Events!
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Introduction to Custom Poufs
August 22-23, 2025 in Tryon, NC
Join us for a hands-on, two-day workshop where you’ll learn the art of crafting custom poufs! Perfect for both indoor and outdoor use, poufs make stylish footrests, versatile seating, or unique design accents. This class will guide you through the creation of two different styles while covering essential techniques to customize shapes, fabrics, and finishing details. Rosemary from Casper Hill Leather will be our guest speaker. She’ll be able to answer your questions about leather.
Register for the event here.
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Introduction to Leather
June 21-23, 2025 in Castle Rock, CO
If you want to add leather to your upholstery skills, this is the workshop for you. This class is limited to 3 students for individual attention.
Join me for a hands-on, three-day workshop where you’ll learn all about working with leather for your upholstery projects. I'll cover how to order your hides, what to do when they arrive, how to inspect the hides before you start your project, how to store your hides, and how to skive, stitch, and make buttons and welt. You will have hands-on practice upholstering on your own chair using leather. You will leave with a finished chair and the skills to take on your next leather project. Register here.
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Bulk, Bulges and Raw Edges: Upholstery Basics
Join Tina Ortman at AndersonRanch Arts Center June 9th-20th. In this workshop, you will learn to restore or redesign furniture with pattern, texture, and comfort. Starting with a basic chair, you’ll explore tools, techniques, and materials to strip, rebuild, and reupholster. Find out more and register here.
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The Curtains & Soft Furnishing Resource Library
The Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library has a long history of providing education and support to anyone interested in creating beautiful window treatments and soft home furnishings, for themselves or for their business. Providing the most up to date fabrication methods, keeping up with child safety regulations and all the latest trends for the home, the Library is a curated collection of webinars, instructional videos, downloadable pdf’s and so much more. You will also find support and answers to yourquestions, by colleagues and industry experts in our private Forum. Join the Library today!
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Foam to Size
Foam to Size is a small family-run business that caters to the upholstery trade by offering upholstery supplies like tools, batting, foam, pillows, and so much more. Give us a call or reach out online at foamtosize.com.
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ValuePro Discount Outdoor Fabrics
CushionCraft has a new sister brand called ValuePro! ValuePro offers an extensive selection of quality matieral starting at $3.99/YD. You can find fabrics for outdoor spaces, marine tops, hospitality, tents and outdoor structures, automotive, industrial, transportation, commerical, government, military, agriculture and awnings all with free shipping.
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Casper Hill
Estimate. Plan. Create. Introducing the Casper Hill Reupholstery Guide! This game-changing guide makes it easier than ever to tackle reupholstery projects with confidence and precision!
"A must-have for every shop!" – Rhonda Shanahan of @thewhimsicalchair
Our Guide takes the guesswork out of fabric-to-leather conversions! This full-size, color poster is packed with fabric yardage and leather square footage conversions for reupholstering standard and unique furniture pieces.
Available now to members! Included with your next order. Can't wait? Contact us today to grab yours early! 800-592-1201
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American Down and Feather
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