How do they match: Upholsterers

  • Operate sewing machines or sew upholstery by hand to seam cushions and join various sections of covering material.
  • Design upholstery cover patterns and cutting plans, based on sketches, customer descriptions, or blueprints.
  • Discuss upholstery fabrics, colors, and styles with customers, and provide cost estimates.
  • Make, restore, or create custom upholstered furniture, using hand tools and knowledge of fabrics and upholstery methods.

  • Operate sewing equipment.
  • Confer with customers or designers to determine order specifications.
  • Estimate costs of products, services, or materials.
  • Record operational or production data.