Let me set the scene: It was 2006, and I was working as Development Coordinator for the Austin Symphony. Although surrounded by the arts and creative individuals, I knew I needed more than the occasional symphonic concert to keep my interest. Through college and adulthood, I have always picked up old furniture, refinished, and reused it.
I suppose my deep interest in history lent itself to collecting old furnishings, each one with its markings and layers of paint that told the story of its past owners. This combined with my need for a more creative job led to my enrollment in upholstery classes at Austin Community College, which led to the creation of Spruce in 2007.
I suppose my deep interest in history lent itself to collecting old furnishings, each one with its markings and layers of paint that told the story of its past owners. This combined with my need for a more creative job led to my enrollment in upholstery classes at Austin Community College, which led to the creation of Spruce in 2007.
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Interiors
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At our core, we are experts in furniture redesign, textile selection, and creating custom soft furnishings, from pillows to draperies. Begin a customized design plan with an in-home consultation to discuss potential upholstery projects and ways to enhance or reimagine your space with soft furnishings.
Media Kit
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A tome of design, inspiration, and how-to, this substantial book is the one-stop resource for anyone looking to learn the fine art of furniture upholstery.
With all of the techniques taught through step-by-step illustrated instructions of five projects, including a Louis chair, a slipper chair, a wingback chair, a full-sized sofa, and an ottoman, students will acquire all the skills they need to go out and create one-of-a-kind pieces designed to suit their taste.There are also chapters on interior design principles and how to sew throw pillows.
With all of the techniques taught through step-by-step illustrated instructions of five projects, including a Louis chair, a slipper chair, a wingback chair, a full-sized sofa, and an ottoman, students will acquire all the skills they need to go out and create one-of-a-kind pieces designed to suit their taste.There are also chapters on interior design principles and how to sew throw pillows.
DIY Upholstery
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I'm Amanda Brown, and I've resurrected countless pieces headed for the dump into showstoppers at my Austin-based upholstery shop, Spruce. Before I became an upholsterer, I was mystified by the skills of upholstery. Where do you hide all of the staples? How do you make cording? Dive into my bag of tricks and create your own before and after beauties with these step-by-step tutorials I developed for HGTV and Design*Sponge!
Upholstery Videos
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Amanda gives you a preview of Spruce's first instructional DVD featuring step-by-step instructions for spring tying and upholstering tight seats and backs. Watch this sneak peek from Spruce's first upholstery video to see how Amanda strips off old padding and fabric to get furniture ready to reupholster.
Commercial Work
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Contact us to bid on your next large-scale residential or commercial project. We've completed dozens of projects in Austin and beyond including restaurant booths, medical equipment, salon chairs, and the most unusual built-in seating. We pride ourselves in making our construction process simple, stress-free, and on time.
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