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Why Real Reupholstery is So Much More Than New Fabric
Think professional reupholstery is just about stretching pretty new fabric over a frame? Think again. True furniture restoration is a blend of traditional artistry, precision engineering, and expert problem-solving. Take a look inside our workshop to see how we strip, repair, and rebuild quality furniture from the inside out.

Katherine Alexander
Jul 142 min read


5 Tell-Tale Signs It's Time to Reupholster Your Favourite Armchair
Is your favorite armchair sinking, creaking, or looking a little dated? Discover the 5 definitive signs it’s time to skip the showroom, preserve the quality framework, and choose professional reupholstery instead.

Katherine Alexander
Jul 144 min read


Beyond Upholstery: Custom Curtains and Expert Alteration Services in Dorset
Looking for perfectly tailored window treatments? Discover how Dizzy Co brings premium craftsmanship to bespoke curtains and expert curtain alterations right here in Dorset.

Katherine Alexander
Jul 142 min read


The Secret to Perfect Drapes: A Guide to Curtain Linings & Interlinings
Discover why the secret to luxury, heavy-draping curtains lies on the inside. Our guide breaks down standard, thermal, blackout, and premium interlining choices.

Katherine Alexander
Jul 33 min read


Bespoke Voile Curtains in Dorset: The Modern Way to Balance Light and Privacy
When decorating a home in Dorset, we are blessed with some of the most beautiful natural surroundings in the country—from the rolling hills of the Purbecks to spectacular coastal sea views. However, maximising that gorgeous Dorset light while maintaining a comfortable, private home can be a tricky balancing act. Heavy drapes can make a room feel closed off and dark, while leaving windows bare compromises your privacy and exposes your furniture to harsh sunlight. The modern so

Katherine Alexander
Jun 263 min read


Bringing Back a Classic: A Mid-Century Modern Chair Restoration in Dorset
Take a look behind the scenes in our Dorset workshop as we strip a classic mid-century modern armchair down to its bare frame and rebuild it from the foundation up.

Katherine Alexander
Jun 192 min read


Beyond the High Street: Why Bespoke Cushions Are the Ultimate Home Transformation
Have you ever walked around a high street home store, picked up a cushion, and thought, “It’s nice, but it’s just not me”? When it comes to interior design, cushions are the ultimate soft furnishings. They add comfort, tie a colour scheme together, and soften a space. But standard, mass-produced options often lack the personality, exact sizing, or emotional connection that truly makes a house feel like a home. That is where bespoke cushion making comes in. At Dizzy Co Designs

Katherine Alexander
Jun 123 min read


The Dizzy Co Design Van Gets a Makeover! (And We’re Coming to a Dorset Town Near You)
There is a distinct buzz of excitement in the studio this week! If you’ve visited the workshop recently, you might have noticed a major project underway that doesn't involve webbing, springs, or premium velvet. Our workshop van is officially heading off to be signed up with the fresh, beautiful Dizzy Co Design logo and branding.

Katherine Alexander
Jun 82 min read


The Roman Numeral Mystery: Restoring a Suite of Family Heirloom Dining Chairs in Dorset
There is something incredibly special about working on furniture that has a deep history. Recently, I was commissioned to reupholster a set of matching, handmade dining room chairs that had been cherished by one UK family for over 45 years.

Katherine Alexander
Jun 54 min read


A Colourful Upholstery Upgrade Surprise for a Classic Pair of Chairs in Cerne Abbas
We often talk about the history and character that comes with antique furniture restoration, but every so often, a project comes into our Middlemarsh workshop that lets us blend traditional craftsmanship with a wonderful sense of fun. That is exactly what happened when a client from the beautiful village of Cerne Abbas, Dorset, approached us with a pair of classic leather wingback chairs.

Katherine Alexander
May 303 min read
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