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Ep 8 - From Sketches to Stitches: Tom and Harriet’s Upholstery Adventures
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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 rule-abiding ways to Tom’s rebellious streak, discover how their early years shaped their creative minds.
**The Art of Finding Upholstery**
Neither planned on becoming upholsterers, but life had other ideas, leading them to discover a passion that combined art, history, and craftsmanship.
**Crafting Connections**
How a chance meeting with Leigh-Anne Treadwell at the Bristol Upholstery Collective became a turning point in their careers.
**Balancing Business and Creativity**
Hear about the joys and challenges of running separate upholstery businesses under one roof, and how they manage to share a workspace without cutting into each other's time (literally!).
**Teaching and Mentorship**
The duo’s commitment to teaching and helping the next generation of upholsterers, ensuring the craft lives on.
Tom and Harriet’s story is one of creativity, resilience, and a love for bringing history back to life, one chair at a time. Whether you’re an upholstery aficionado or just curious about the craft, this episode is packed with inspiration, laughter, and a few quirky stories that you won't want to miss.
**Key Takeaways**
1. The unpredictable journey of discovering a passion later in life.
2. The importance of mentorship and community in the world of craft.
3. How balancing creativity and business is both an art and a science.
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