About Otago Lane Upholstery

Stephanie Edwards is an upholsterer, furniture restorer, and arts manager. Originally trained in Art and Cultural History (BA Hons 2013, MSc with Distinction 2015), she has worked in a variety of roles across museums, heritage, the performing arts and higher education. During the 2020 Lockdown she craved a more hands on design experience, began to take casual weekend classes in upholstery, and was hooked.

Stephanie has completed Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers Diploma (with Distinction) covering both traditional and modern methods. She will complete Stage 3 in June 2023.

She also works part-time at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

Bringing together this unique set of experiences, Stephanie is now keen to work with likeminded design enthusiasts, folks who need help sourcing antique furniture, fans of bright and bold fabrics, and those with beloved pieces of furniture needing a fresh look.