WELCOME TO THE CLUB
The SECOND best decision you will ever MAKE…
what’s first you say…. that’s easy…. choosing Upholstery
HOW I’M REWRITING UPHOLSTERY EDUCATION
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Over a decade ago I pioneered modern upholstery education in the UK by opening the doors to Ministry of Upholstery. The Ministry trained thousands of students and changed countless lives and it’s an achievement I will be forever proud of!
Now I’ve taken my many years of upholstery and teaching experience and poured my heart and soul into creating the new-look Ministry; an online upholstery Club like no other and the only upholstery education you will ever need.With just one monthly payment at a time, you will gain access to ALL of my online training. With the option to join sessions live and/ or watch on-demand at your leisure, you’ll have the expert guidance and support to get you where you want to be. ARE YOU READY TO JOIN THE CLUB?
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
I’M INCLUDING EVERYTHING!!!
When you join, you'll gain instant, unlimited access to over 75 hours of expert training content, plus new sessions added every week. Whether you prefer the energy of live sessions or simply wish to watch on-demand, this club offers the tools and support to help you achieve your goals at your own pace.
Inside, you'll find everything from mastering the fundamentals in Foundations of Upholstery to building confidence with Sewing 101. You’ll explore the art of leather work with Working with Leather, culminating in a stunning leather project, and gain access to all my creative makes and classroom-style training to keep your inspiration flowing.
But the Club goes beyond just training videos. Membership also includes a personalised monthly one-on-one mentorship session, exclusive discounts on kits and fabrics (up to 20% off fabric houses), and access to a wealth of resources to help you succeed in every aspect of upholstery.
This isn’t just an education; it’s a complete journey to upholstery mastery, tailored to you. Join today and start creating with confidence, creativity, and expert support.
WATCH THE LIVE LAUNCH
You don’t have to have mastered fabric upholstery to elevate your upholstery game to the next level with leather work!
Click play to find out what’s in store, as I introduce you to my Working with Leather course, exclusively available as part of my monthly subscription. I will empower you to tackle leather and leather alternatives with confidence, through a blend of theory and hands-on demonstrations and if this isn’t enough, you can complete the course by crafting a stunning deep-buttoned leather footstool, right alongside me, with a kit delivered to your door!INTRODUCTION TO MY 10 WEEK LEATHER COURSE
IN SUPPORT WITH CREST LEATHER OUR OFFICIAL LEATHER SUPPLIER
IN SUPPORT WITH H WEBBER OUR OFFICIAL TOOL SUPPLIER
MEMBERSHIP AREA TOUR
Welcome to the Club! Your ultimate online toolbox of upholstery skills and techniques. Take a look at what you’ll find inside. Full of in-depth video tutorials, expertly broken down into bitesize learning chunks. It’s not only easy to navigate but also accessible for finding and utilising specific skills. With complete Make tutorials and the option to buy kits, you’ll be upholstering amazing pieces in no time. Plus, enjoy exclusive discounts of up to 20% off a wide range of fabric houses. Say goodbye to feeling isolated, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Whether you need a quick answer or in-depth guidance, if you can’t find the help inside the Club, then reach out and I’ll get you on the path to success!FOUNDATION
You can’t build a house on poor foundations and the same goes for upholstery. Don’t overlook the importance of honing your fundamental skills, without which you can’t possibly master your craft.
Equating to around 15 hours’ worth of skill-packed modules, covering the fundamental principles of upholstery and sewing, this course is designed to take you from complete novice to competent upholsterer. The course breaks down into six practical and one theory module, from drop in seat pad to footstools, deep & square buttoning and headboards.
Choose to use the course as a valuable skills library or buy the kits to turn this into a make-along! Every kit comes with a free 1:1 feedback session. When you join the Club, you will get instant access to the entire course. THE SKILLS BANK
Upholstery got you scratching your head? Corner conundrums, backtack troubles, webbing woes – I've got your back! With regular new additions, the Skills Bank is a library of handy video guidance for when you hit a snag.MAKES
Each month I’ll be crafting a product from scratch. From essential basics to advanced upholstery and sewing wizardry, each session will cover fresh techniques. There’s two ways to view - join me live or catch the replay at your leisure. This isn't your average fusty upholstery class; I’ll be choosing pieces that are modern, relevant, on-trend and fun. And I'm not just showing you the ropes, I'm inviting you to join the ride. Whenever possible, I turn my Makes into Make-alongs, giving you the option to have a kit delivered straight to your door, so you can get in on the action!VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
By joining the Club, you get access to a several virtual classroom sessions. We're talking valuable sessions to support your practical upholstery, from job costing to the secrets of deep buttoning, mastering cuts, nailing fabric amounts, and a whole lot more! You can either catch the action live or kick back and watch it on your own time.COMING UP in January
Happy new year!
We hope you had a great festive season. We certainly made the most of the down time and feel rejuvenated and raring to rev it up this year with our biggest year yet!
And we are kicking January off with something very special. We know January can be a tough month, it’s long and it’s cold and we can feel a bit meh, not to mention the added isolation you may feel when you are working on your own! Well, we may be able to help! We are so excited to have launched Community. Community is a weekly online gathering of people who get you and who share your passion. It’s a place where you don’t have to feel alone in your craft. It’s a place where people in the upholstery industry can come together to share knowledge, experiences, and skills, creating a network of support and growth. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, Community is where you can connect with others who truly understand the challenges and rewards of the trade. Sound like something you want to get involved in? The good news is it's free and open to anyone to join, click here to join now...
What else can you look forward to in January? Sewing 101 will continue throughout January so there will be no excuses for not making 2025 your year to feel not only comfortable, but also confident when sat at your sewing machine. These sessions run every Thursday at 13.30GMT and if you can, you're invited to join live but don’t worry if you can’t, you can catch up at your leisure.
We are still open to suggestions for anything you’d love to see us cover this year, so please don’t hesitate to drop us a line and let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate it!
Anthony & Susie
BUTTON MAKING SERVICE
FREE
NOT GOT A BUTTON MAKING MACHINE? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED
As a part of your Club membership we are not offering you 30 FREE buttons each and every month. Simply cut a section of fabric, tell us the size of button; either No. 30 (standard size) No. 36 (2.15cm) or No. 45 (2.6cm) and the number of buttons you require. Pop it in the post with a self addressed envelope with the correct postage paid, and we will send them straight back FREE OF CHARGE. WHAT MY STUDENTS SAY
“Wanted to thank you for the learning and support so far over the previous modules, without which I wouldn’t have had the confidence to take on my biggest project to date…I put into practice how to make a double facing, box cushions galore and collars around the arms… the customer was absolutely delighted and I now have another sofa to do for him.”Jenny B“I’ve been attending online upholstery tuition with Anthony for almost two years, over multiple courses and have gone from being a complete beginner, to recently establishing my own upholstery studio. Online learning has been perfect for me since I don’t have access locally to upholstery classes and it has allowed me to fit my studies in around my work and home commitments. Being able to re-watch and rewind each session as required, has been great for practicing each element until I get it right. The multiple cameras in the studio allow you to get a really close up view of everything. There is the opportunity to ask questions during the live sessions or they can be emailed in to be discussed the following week. The 121 zoom sessions that I have also had, have been brilliant for feedback and support on any additional projects that I may have got stuck on. Upholstery is a constant journey of learning and development, but Anthony’s online courses have given me a brilliant foundation to work from.”Becca R“I have enjoyed all the courses that I have done. Anthony is an excellent teacher, taking his time to explain even the smallest details. It’s been mind-blowing learning how to upholster things correctly & see great results. The deep-buttoning was amazing! Once I got my head around the maths, tying in the buttons and seeing the results was so satisfying. I appreciate the wise advice on getting the correct fabrics & on dealing with the clients in a professional way. So helpful. I’m enjoying the upholstery techniques sessions as they are filling in the gaps of my still sparse knowledge. Thank you to both of you for facilitating these online courses. I love them!”Sally MConsider me as your personal upholstery coach and get ready for your monthly 1:1 power session! Once you’ve filled out my mentorship form, you will join me each month for a dynamic 30-minute 1:1, tackling your goals and overcoming hurdles to take your upholstery game to the next level.
Mentorship 1:1
SO WHAT’S THE DAMAGE?… HOW MUCH?
SOUNDS EXPENSIVE?
NOPE
3 PAYMENT OPTIONS
MONTHLY
This option gives you a monthly rolling subscription, which can be cancelled anytime.
3 MONTHS
With this option you'll get 3 months' access with 5% discount. After 3 months your subscription will automatically cancel. Subscription can then be renewed. T&C's apply.
6 months
Choose this option for our best price. 6 months access with 10% discount. Your subscription will cancel after 6 months. T&C's apply.
#ASKANTHONY
Do you have any questions at all about how my online Club works? If so, pop it in here and I will get back to you with an answer!
EXPLAINER
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Each month I’ll be crafting a product from scratch right before your eyes. From essential basics to advanced upholstery and sewing wizardry, each session will cover fresh techniques. There’s two ways to view - join me live or catch the replay at your leisure in your exclusive membership area. This isn't your average fusty upholstery class; I’ll be choosing pieces that are modern, relevant, on-trend and fun. And I'm not just showing you the ropes, I'm inviting you to join the ride. Whenever possible, I turn my Makes into Make-alongs, giving you the option to have a kit delivered straight to your door!
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The perks don't stop there! By joining my club you get access to a new virtual classroom session every month. We're talking the whole shebang, from job costing to the secrets of deep buttoning, mastering cuts, nailing fabric amounts, and a whole lot more!
You can either catch the action live or kick back and watch it on your own time in your exclusive membership area.
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Upholstery got you scratching your head? Corner conundrums, backtack troubles, webbing woes – I've got your back! Each month I'm stacking up the Skills Library with practical gems. Dive in when you hit a snag, binge them all if you're feeling ambitious. Got a specific skills gap? Let me know and I'll add it to the library.
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Sometimes you just need a little helping hand right? Fire away with anything – practical, sewing, selling, marketing – you name it and I’ll do my best to help you.
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Think of me as your personal trainer of upholstery and get ready for your monthly power session! After completing my mentorship form, you will join me for a dynamic 30-minute 1:1, where we'll tackle your goals and hurdles head-on.
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Equating to around 15 hours’ worth of skill-packed modules, covering the fundamental principles of upholstery and sewing. This course is designed to take you from complete novice to competent upholsterer. The course breaks down into six practical and one theory modules from drop in seat pad to footstools, deep & square buttoning and headboards. Choose to use the course as a valuable skills library or get the kits to turn this into a make-along!
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*Commencing in September, Stage 2 will consist of over 60 hours of content. This course builds on the foundations of Stage 1. Imagine you see a chair and are able to see the techniques involved. Not only that but you possess all the skills required to complete these techniques. Well, if you could do that then you could upholster anything! That’s what this course aims to achieve. 5 modules covering everything from prep, cutting, sewing, tailoring, upholstery, fabric and business.
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This course will give you the confidence to work with hides, up your leather knowledge, guiding you how to work with, cut and sew. This course aims to expand your upholstery range and open you to new customers and opportunities.
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As a part of my club, you can access all of the frames and kits I use across my courses, at special prices.
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Being a member of my club will entitle you to submit photos with a chance to be featured each week across my social media channels; as part of my ‘One To Follow’ feature!
SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF LEARNING WITH ANTHONY DEVINE ONLINE
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Never miss a snip or a staple with up to 4 different camera angles
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LIVE
Every course goes out live, keeping it interactive and allowing for questions
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watch on-demand
Sessions are uploaded to your membership area to watch, pause and rewind at your leisure
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ACCESSIBLE
You’re no longer limited by geography, availability or your schedule
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COST EFFECTIVE
My online learning is one of the most cost-effective ways to learn upholstery without penalties if life gets in the way
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SUSTAINABLE
I want all of us to be a part of a cleaner and greener upholstery industry
Frequently asked questions
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Simple! Just choose which level is best for you from the 3 above. If you’re not sure which one is right, feel free to get in touch on studio@thehouseofdveine.co.uk and we’ll be only too happy to advise. Click ‘Sign Up’ and enter your details. Once you’ve completed your payment you will be able to access your exclusive membership area. This is where you will find all the content included in your membership.
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At the top of the website you’ll see ‘Login’. Enter your details and this will take you to your account, where you will see your purchased items, including your subscription. Click ‘View’ underneath JOINTHEMINISTRY. This will take you to your membership page, where you can enjoy all of the content within your membership!
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Whilst you are subscribed, with each month new content will be added to your membership area as per The Explainer. Previous sessions will remain.
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When you sign up, you will gain access for 30 days from that date. Your subscription will then renew at the same time on the same day each month. If you start your monthly subscription on the 29th, 30th, or 31st, the renewal date will change when the renewal month doesn't have a corresponding date. For example, a monthly subscription started on August 31 will renew on September 30, and it will continue to renew on the 30th of each month until February. In February, it will renew on the 28th, and will continue to renew on the 28th indefinitely.
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You can manage your subscription from your customer account. After logging in, click My account, and then Subscriptions.
Your subscription is listed in the Subscriptions section. You can click a subscription to view its details, including:
The next renewal date
Monthly price
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To cancel the subscription, simply click Cancel Subscription.
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Your subscription is a rolling monthly contract. If you cancel at any point before the end of that month, you will continue to have access to your content until the end of the period. At this point you will lose access to the content.
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Yes! If you wish to do this, please let us know and we will pause it until you wish to take it back up. You will not be able to view anything in your membership area whilst it is paused.
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The charge is attempted again after five days, and then for a final time five days after that. If the payment fails for a third time, the order and subscription are canceled, and you will receive an email. You can easily update your payment information in the Subscription panel in your customer account.