Courses
Upholster A Western Footstool
Upholstering a Footstool: Beginner Mini Course Ready to try upholstery without feeling overwhelmed? This $7 mini course walks you through a simple, beginner-friendly footstool project so you can learn the basics of upholstery on a small, manageable piece. Inside this course, you’ll learn how to take a basic footstool and give it a fresh new life with new padding, fabric or leather, and a finished look you can be proud of. This is the perfect starter project if you’ve been curious about upholstery but don’t know where to begin.
$7.00 USD
Getting Started in Western Upholstery: The Bench Project
Learn to Upholster a Bench — Start to Finish This beginner-friendly course walks you step-by-step through building a professional-quality bench using clear, simple instruction. You’ll learn the exact techniques I teach inside my Western Upholstery Membership and in-person workshops- all broken down into an easy, confidence-building project you can finish in just a few hours. Inside the Course, You’ll Learn: How to prepare with the necessary tools and supplies Foam, padding, and fabric fundamentals How to cut, lay out, and secure fabric or leather My beginner-friendly corner method Fringe, decorative finishes, and leg installation
$67.00 USD
Getting Started in Western Upholstery Workbook - Digital
This workbook is a perfect to get you started upholstering. It's not a step by step guide (although it does have some step by step instruction throughout it) but it will provide you with the tools, materials and suppliers and a brief overview of each upholstery step. It was designed to be used in conjunction with the in person workshops and the membership group and is a valuable resource on its own to get you started. This digital workbook includes 50 pages of upholstery information and instruction- from upholstery procedures to suppliers, tools to use and so much more.
$30.00 USD
Western Upholstered Headboard Course
Western Upholstered Headboard Course Turn a plain or outdated headboard into a statement Western piece, without needing a full shop, expensive tools, or years of experience- no sewing required! This step-by-step DIY Western Upholstered Headboard Course is designed for beginners and creatives who want to build real upholstery skills while creating something beautiful, functional, and sellable. Whether you’re updating a headboard for your own home or learning a project you can confidently offer to clients or customers, this course walks you through the process from start to finish in a clear, approachable way.
$37.00 USD
Printing Images on Fabric for Upholstery
If you have been wanting to learn how to print images on fabric for the purposes of upholstering with (aside from doing a transfer), this tutorial will show you the steps you need to take to successfully print images for your upholstered pieces.
$97.00 USD
Shipping Furniture Tutorial
Join along in this tutorial as I show you how to successfully package, and ship large pieces of furniture. Whether you’re looking to send a small footstool or a large sofa, this tutorial will walk you through the steps that I use in my business to send furniture across the country.
$27.00 USD
Monthly Staple PLUS Upholstery Membership
Join a group of dedicated upholsterers learning side-by-side every week. Inside this membership tier, you’ll get access to our weekly Live video training sessions, recorded tutorials, business trainings, and a supportive group of creative people who are all building their skills and confidence in the upholstery world. Whether you’re restoring your first chair for yourself or running a full-time business, this membership is your home base for consistent growth and learning. What’s Included: Weekly live meetups via Zoom and recording replays inside the online library Full library of recorded projects (chairs, ottomans, & more) Business trainings on pricing, marketing, and client work Guest experts and bonus content Community access & accountability Direct message help on your projects from Sierra Who It’s For: DIYers, side-hustlers, and pros ready to grow their upholstery skills and business with a Western twist. Great for those who want a little extra support or to feel like they’re working side-by-side with a mentor. How It Works:Cancel anytime. Billed monthly until cancelled.
$67.00 USD every month
Annual Upholstery Group Membership
Join a group of dedicated upholsterers learning side-by-side every week. Inside this membership, you’ll get access to our weekly Live training video sessions, recorded tutorials, business trainings, and a supportive group of creative people who are all building their skills and confidence in the upholstery world. Whether you’re flipping your first chair or running a full-time business, this membership is your home base for consistent growth and learning. What’s Included: Weekly live meetups via Zoom Full library of recorded projects (chairs, ottomans, headboards, & more) Business trainings on pricing, marketing, and client work Guest experts and bonus content Community access & accountability Who It’s For: DIYers, side-hustlers, and pros ready to grow their upholstery skills and business with a Western twist. How It Works: Join anytime enrolment is open. Billed annually.
$670.00 USD every year
Monthly Staple Upholstery Membership
This membership tier is for those who want access to The Rusted Roan’s online library of upholstery resources, tutorials, and business trainings, without the community features or weekly live training access. Whether you’re restoring your first chair for yourself, building your skills on the side, or growing a creative upholstery business, this membership gives you a place to learn at your own pace and come back to the resources whenever you need them. How It Works:Cancel anytime. Billed monthly until cancelled.
