What to look for when buying antique upholstery (Newark Antiques Fair)

What to look for when buying antique upholstery (Newark Antiques Fair)
I bumped into Heather Jones, an upholsterer from Sheffield whilst visiting Newark Antiques Fair…we had a chat and she’ll explain what she looks for when buying antique upholstery and what she’ll do with the item once she gets it back to her workshop
Heather is a regular visitor and buyer at Newark Antiques Fair
Contact Heather at theuniqueseatc...
See IACF website for fair dates and locations
IACF Antiques Fair Organisers www.iacf.co.uk
If you have any antique story, a collection to feature, or something interesting to sell, let me know and we might be able to make a film about it!
Cheers
David Harper
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[@ianhaygreen9899]

Fascinating video, as always. It’s great watching people who have a passion for their craft, they convey the knowledge so easily.

[@OriginalNethead]

Heather, we like you! That stool needs help. Can't say I ever had the patience for the tacks, but the pieces I "did" weren't horribly old or remotely valuable. I've seen a few Victorian chairs reupholstered in African fabric. Looked fabulous but wouldn't work in most homes.

[@lisal4824]

Another interesting topic, thanks David. Mahalo.

[@Neil2022]

What a gent David is.

[@justcurious4060]

imperial yellow would look great

[@jodybobble]

Wonderful lady, great interview and very interesting. Top video, thanks David!

[@DavidHarperAntiques]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@eddieharris6004]

Traditional upholstery....yes, more expensive but worth the investment.

[@cathrynbyrnes8737]

Very informative, looked at her website! Loved it, nice work!

[@davidjones6470]

Nice one Mr Harper Sir

[@IanCunnington-r3v]

Great job covered everything 😂

[@markmacsherry4642]

Nice video David and again some good tips from an expert on restoration Heather knows her stuff, is it just me but does she look like Kate Bush🤔

[@SolomunCrablert]

Great video David. Tips from a pro and advice on how to guess the age of a piece. Love it