Wool and Hair Tick Mattress with Gareth Rees

This hands-on two-day upholstery course is ideal for beginners and enthusiasts wanting to learn the traditional craft of making wool and hair-filled tick mattresses. Now often called "French mattresses," these were once common across Europe with various natural fillings before sprung mattresses became popular. Participants will gain practical skills in stuffing, tufting, and stitching, using high-quality materials to create a durable and comfortable mattress.