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The Feathered Edge

Robbie Richardson

Essential listening for upholsters and teachers alike, you"ll hear an eclectic "weaving together" of life and skills as we talk to some of the best upholsterers in our business and provide a forum for those new to our trade. We"ll delve into a rich tapestry of fascinating stories, experiences, skills sharing, and general "chitchat" on our virtual couch. Because a chat is always a good thing, right?! Hosted by Robbie Richardson, Master Upholsterer, it"s 100% by upholsters, for upholsters

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All Episodes

01:05:06

Ep 8 - From Sketches to Stitches: Tom and Harriet’s...

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2024/08/13

Welcome to another delightful episode of The Feathered Edge, where upholstery meets storytelling with your host, Robbie Richardson! This week, we're thrilled to chat with the dynamic duo, Tom and Harriet, who recently ventured out from the Bristol Upholstery Collective to carve their own path in the world of upholstery. These two may fly under the radar, but their journey and craft are anything but ordinary. In this episode, Tom and Harriet share: **School Days Shenanigans** From Harriet’s

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EP 7 Discovering Upholstery: A Journey from...

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2024/08/06

In this episode, Robbie chats with Mark Clemas, a Master Upholsterer who turned a simple hobby into a thriving career.Discover how a redundancy in the 90s recession led Mark to architectural model making, and eventually, a deep dive into the world of upholstery. Mark shares his journey through various upholstery courses and chats about Susanna, the mentor who inspired him to fully embrace upholstery as a career. Find out how Mark juggles running a gift shop with his wife, Tracy, and his

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01:09:55

EP 6 - Generations of Upholstery with Wes & Jes from...

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2024/07/30

Welcome to The Feathered Edge, the upholstery podcast! This week, your host Robbie Richardson takes you on a journey 4000 miles across the pond to Knoxville, TN, to meet Jess and Wes of Crown Upholstery. This dynamic duo brings a rich history of upholstery knowledge, a fresh approach to the trade, and a hearty dose of humour and inspiration. Join us as we delve into their fascinating backgrounds, learn about their unique perspectives, and discover how they balance tradition with modernity in

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00:47:49

Ep 5 - From Clown to Craftsman: The Journey of Mick...

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2024/07/09

Join us for an engaging and lighthearted conversation with Mick Sheridan, a master upholsterer with a story as unique as the furniture he creates. From his school days as a self-proclaimed clown to becoming a respected figure in the upholstery community, Mick's journey is filled with twists, turns, and plenty of laughs. Discover how a chance encounter with a high-end furniture factory inspired Mick to follow in his father's footsteps, and how he transitioned from working in IT offices to

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01:10:03

Ep 4 - Upholstery Unleashed: Sharon O'Connor's...

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2024/07/02

Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Feathered Edge, the podcast that stitches together stories of creativity, passion, and entrepreneurship in the world of upholstery. Today, we're sitting down with the ever-energetic Sharon O'Connor from Vintique Upholstery. Sharon's journey is a vibrant tapestry of twists and turns, from her early dreams of criminal psychology to her unexpected yet delightful plunge into the upholstery world. In this episode, Sharon shares: School Days

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00:41:45

Ep 3 - An Upholsterer's Journey with Justin Dazey

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2024/06/25

In this week’s episode of The Feathered Edge, we're going on a transatlantic journey to Seattle, USA, to chat with third-generation upholsterer and history enthusiast, Justin Dazey. Dive into the world of upholstery, where craftsmanship meets curiosity, and discover how Justin’s passion for antiques and interior design led him to a fulfilling career in upholstery. Career Path: Interior design years: Justin's decade-long stint in interior design, managing showrooms, and leading a team of

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00:34:50

Ep 2 - The Upholstery Journey of Hannah Ellis: From...

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2024/06/18

In this week's episode of "The Feathered Edge," we're chatting with Hannah Ellis from Horsehair and Hessian. From her beginnings in Suffolk to becoming an AMUSF Accredited Training Centre, Hannah shares her passion for upholstery and teaching. Discover how she transitioned from environmental management to the creative world of upholstery, and learn about her dedication to continuous professional development. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about following your passion, the

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00:41:38

Ep 1 - Upholstery Adventures with Nic and Claire from...

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2024/06/11

Welcome back to The Feathered Edge, the upholstery podcast that’s all about sharing stories and sparking inspiration. After a 2.5-year hiatus, we're back with a brand new series, and we couldn’t be more excited to dive into this week's episode!In this lively and engaging episode Nic and Claire, the dynamic duo behind Edge Upholstery, share their incredible journey from meeting in a workshop in East London to setting up their own thriving upholstery business. Expect laughs, insights, and a

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00:18:59

Ep 2. From Upholstery to Podcast Mastery: an insight...

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2024/06/06

Welcome to another (bonus) episode of The Feathered Edge, the podcast that unravels the intricate threads of upholstery and life stories, with your host - Robbie Richardson. In this light-hearted and engaging episode, Robbie continues his conversation with Hannah, diving deep into his unexpected journey from upholstery to podcasting. 1. A podcast is born: Robbie shares the inspiration behind starting a podcast, originating from long dog walks during lockdown and a desire to give back to his

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00:21:46

Turning the Tables: Robbie Richardson on...

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2024/06/04

We're coming back! We've got a new name and a brand new look but we promise you'll still want us to be your go-to upholstery podcast as stories come alive, and inspiration abounds! As a little bonus to warm up for our new season officially kicking off next week, we’re flipping the script this week as our editor, Hannah, takes over the mic to interview our very own host, Robbie Richardson. It's a glimpse into the life and loves of the man behind the microphone. It's a

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00:11:47

An update at Christmas!

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2021/12/22

At the In Stitches podcast HQ, changes are afoot. In this episode, our host Robbie Richardson gives an update on what's happening.

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00:47:41

A chat with Rowena Murphy of Rowena Murphy Upholstery

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2021/09/28

In this week’s episode, Robbie talks to Rowena Murphy.After being housed round the corner from an upholstery shop, Rowena began her journey into the world of upholstery. From being homeless and living on other people’s sofas to working on the AMUSF course at Shoreditch, hear how upholstery helped to better Rowena’s mental health, turned her passion into her work, and how she found her love for the craft.

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00:59:26

A chat with Anna Gow, Lucy Courtney-Thomas, Heleana...

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2021/09/21

In this week’s episode, Robbie talks to Helena, Anna and Lucy who are in their second and third years of the AMU course at the Bristol Upholstery Collective. Despite creativity running in their families, neither one of this week’s guests planned on going into a career in upholstery, nor could they have predicted just how life-changing it would be for them when they started. From working in corporate roles to falling in love with the trade, hear how all three ladies swapped their 9-5 jobs for a place

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00:27:24

A chat with Sharon Ainsworth

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2021/09/14

Since helping her Grandad in his workshop as a young child, Sharon has always had a passion for crafting. During her school years, Sharon loved art and woodwork lessons, and at 16 moved away from home to study a 2-year BTEC course at college. From there, she went on to have a career in fashion retail, whilst continuing to create things on the side for fun. Tune in to hear how Sharon swapped her retail job for a chance to study at the Ministry of Upholstery and how that has changed her life for the

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00:27:00

A chat with Susie Stanway, founder of Studio Stanway

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2021/09/07

In this week’s episode of In Stitches, Robbie is talking to Susie Stanway, who has recently completed the BSUF's Advanced Traditional Diploma. During her school years Susie knew she wanted to do something to feed her passion for creativity but never considered upholstery as an option. A successful career in fashion marketing followed but, after 20 years, she needed a change. Tune in to hear how taking a leisure class led to Susie falling in love with the craft and throwing herself in at the deep

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00:21:31

A chat with Debbie Cave

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2021/08/31

In this week's episode Robbie talks to student upholsterer Debbie Cave. From being a teenager, Debbie always had a passion for crafting, initially wanting a career in cabinet making. Unable to study the relevant course to enable her to pursue her dream, she ended up having a ten year career with NatWest and gaining a degree in Psychology and Counselling. Tune in to discover how a chance find on Amazon's bookshelves led to Debbie finding Alex Law's course and beginning her journey in to upholstery,

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00:26:18

A chat with Aimee Payton - Final Year Student, AMUSF

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2021/08/24

In this week’s episode of In Stitches Robbie is chatting to Aimee Payton, who is coming to the end of her studies at AMUSF. Even as a teenager, Aimee had a passion for textiles, going as far as getting a masters in the History of Design and Decorative art to pursue her dreams. Tune in to discover how Aimee had a 12 year-long career working at the Ashmolean Museum, before stumbling upon the world of upholstery, falling in love with the trade, and subsequently making the decision to see where it could

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00:25:14

A chat with Delyth Fetherston-Dilke of Delyth Uphostery

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2021/08/17

You probably wouldn’t expect to find a former film lawyer working as an Upholsterer but today’s In Stitches guest, Delyth Fetherston-Dilke, had a very successful career as a lawyer with Warner Bros. before switching paths. Now the proud owner of Delyth Upholstery, Delyth shares her experiences and thoughts on becoming an upholsterer, as well as explaining what she believes would benefit students/new upholsterers going forward. Listen in to find out which career she has found the most challenging

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00:21:56

A chat with Paula Johnson, first-year AMUSF student

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2021/08/10

Chatting to Robbie in this week’s episode of In Stitches is Paula Johnson, a first-year student at the AMUSF. In her teens, Paula was interested in art, textiles and food, and decided she wanted to pursue a career in food thinking it would pay the best! Cheekily contacting BBC Good Food magazine to try and secure some work experience led to a career in food journalism working for some well-known and respected companies. So why did she leave behind a career she loved, what made her turn to

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00:28:24

A chat with Giuliana Cortese, 1st Year BSUF student.

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2021/08/03

Next up in the ‘In Stitches’ hotseat is Giuliana Cortese, who is currently a first year student at the BSUF. Although Giuliana always knew that she wanted to follow a creative career path, Upholstery was not her first choice. A successful work placement with fashion royalty, Vivienne Westwood, inspired a love textiles, shoes and accessories and Giuliana found a career in the fashion industry. When changes in manufacturing left her feeling deflated, she started her own business in Italian food

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