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Join the NUA at the FME!
You are personally invited to the 2026 Furniture Manufacturing Expo in Charlotte, NC. This show will feature new products, new technologies, equipment demos, 100+ exhibitors and several education programs.
Use code NUA26 for FREE registration.
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Mark Your Calendars for the NUA CWC Pre-Event
Join us for a relaxed and elevated afternoon on the water at our Semi-Private 2nd Deck Cruise. Enjoy beautiful views, great company, and a delicious full lunch complemented by coffee and tea as you unwind with fellow CWC attendees. Within walking distance of the convention venue. Sip, connect, and take in the scenery!
Board early, grab a spot on deck, and make the most of this laid-back and memorable experience.
Registration opens in early May!
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Join us on Discord
Have you joined us on Discord yet? As a member, you can join this free platform that serves as a virtual clubhouse where you can connect with other members in real time through organized topic-based channels. Whether you're looking to ask questions, share resources, learn from others or join live conversations, Discord makes it easy to find and engage in the discussions that matter most to you.
Members can explore channels focused on business, project help, buying and selling, mentoring, events and more - plus stay up to date on upcoming NUA events in the Events channel. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how the NUA operates with view-only access to committee channels, where volunteers plan the programs and benefits that support our industry. We hope you'll join us and be a part of this growing, collaborative community.
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Our NUA Merch Store is Open!
We’re thrilled to announce that the National Upholstery Association’s Merch Store is officially open! Stock up on exclusive NUA-branded items that show your pride in our vibrant community of upholstery professionals.
From stylish apparel to handy accessories, there’s something for everyone. Plus, every purchase helps support the NUA’s mission to uplift and connect our industry.
Don’t wait—shop now and represent the craft you love!
Thank you for supporting the NUA!
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Webinars
The NUA holds webinars on the second Tuesday of every month at 1:00pm ET. Registration information for webinars are emailed to members two weeks prior to the event. Here's what we have planned next:
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Inside The Cavanagh House with Stacy McAleer
Tuesday, May 12th at 1:00pm EST
Join us for an inside look at The Cavanagh House (TCH)—how it began, why it exists, and how it operates today. This webinar explores the development of our paid trades program, including program structure, day-to-day operations, and the systems that support student success. We’ll walk through our program format, recruitment process, and how we partner with community organizations to identify and enroll talent. |
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Adding Window Treatments to Your Upholstery Business: Q & A with Susan Woodcock
Tuesday, June 9th at 3:00pm EST (Please note the time change for this webinar)
Are you curious about adding custom draperies, roman shades and soft furnishings to your upholstery business? You have a great start because many of the skills, machines, and tools used in upholstery can also be used to fabricate custom window treatments. But that doesn’t make it an easy transition. In this presentation, Susan Woodcock will answer your questions and offer practical advice for getting started with custom window treatments. |
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Latest Blogs
2026 Upholstery Education Scholarship Recipient Experience
This year, we were thrilled to partner with Upholstery Education to offer the inaugural scholarship for the six-day San Diego Master’s Course. We are grateful for this partnership, which made such an extraordinary opportunity possible for an emerging professional. Hannah kindly wrote a blog post sharing her experience, and we hope you enjoy reading about it below.
Read more on the blog!
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Volunteer with the NUA!
Volunteers are the heart of our organization.
Our board and committees are composed of unpaid volunteers - small business owners, manufacturing professionals, and upholstery students - who are all passionate about supporting and advancing the field of upholstery.
Please consider becoming an NUA Volunteer - learn more here!
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Industry News & Upcoming Events!
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Furniture Manufacturing Expo
June 3rd-4th
Join the NUA in Charlotte, NC for the 2026 FME. This is the only trade show in North America that features the largest gathering of suppliers and the latest exhibitions of manufacturing furniture.
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2026 Custom Workroom Conference
September 28-30th in Erie, Pennsylvania
Save the date for the only educational event and trade show for custom drapery, soft furnishing and upholstery workroom businesses. Each year, the NUA organizes a pre-event preceding CWC. Stay tuned for more details!
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American Down & Feather
At American Down & Feather we can custom size and custom shape any pillow insert with no minimum requirements.
Visit our website www.americandownandfeather.com or call us at 866-601-3696 for more information. Happy Spring!
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The Curtains & Soft Furnishing Resource Library
The Curtains & Soft Furnishings Resource Library hosts the industry's largest curated collection of educational resources from Custom Home Furnishings Professionals. Membership to the library gives you access to a wealth of downloadable reference materials, videos, live events and a community of support to help you develop the skills you need to start or grow your soft furnishings business.
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Primoends
Primoends.com is an online marketplace selling new, best sellers, surplus, and outlet designer fabrics, designer wallpapers, pillows, rugs, furniture, and lighting from Schumacher, Scalamandre, Sanderson, Zoffany, Morris & Co, JF Fabrics, Robert Allen, Duralee, Beacon Hill, York Wallcovering, Wallquest, Exquisite Rugs, D.V. Kap Home, to name a few.Primoends is a unique "3 Platforms in 1" system designed for the home decor industry. The marketplace allows you to buy and sell leftover premium designer products, and as an online reseller, showcasing top designer brands at retail prices. Additionally, Primoends is pleased to offer exclusive trade pricing to interior designers and trade professionals.
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Upholstery Education
Upholstery Education is pleased to announce a free online webinar on Friday, May 15th, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Pacific/12:00 p.m. EST "If these chairs could talk - honoring the stories of heritage furniture in upholstery."
Join one of our co-owners at Upholstery Education, Justin Dazey, for a conversation about the importance of honoring a piece's history during the re-upholstery and design process. Register at www.upholsteryeducation.com
Upholstery Education offers world-class education courses in traditional upholstery across the United States, ensuring the art of traditional craftsmanship is passed down to the next generation of craftspeople. Sign up for our Newsletter to stay up to date on upcoming events on our website, www.upholsteryeducation.com.
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Casper Hill
At Casper Hill, we believe great work begins with exceptional materials. Our in-stock collection of aniline, distressed, and pigmented leathers is selected with the professional upholsterer in mind, balancing beauty, durability, and performance.
We also carry Serafil thread, leather protection cream, and our Leather Fabric Guide to help you get the most from every hide.
Built for professionals. Backed by service.
Let us support your next project.
Connect with Rosemary Today! 919-698-0785 CasperHillLeather12@gmail.com; CasperHill.com/contact-us
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Ronco
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