Furniture upholstery for schools

"Furniture Upholstery for Schools" by Emil Aldren Johnson is a straightforward guide from the early 1900s created for teaching upholstery to students. He explores upholstery from its history to its practical application in furniture design, perfect for individuals in manual arts programs. The book starts with the story behind upholstery and then dives into the tools and items needed. Readers learn how to make things like footstools and chair seats, moving on to more complex projects such as spring-edge upholstery. Each part gives clear, step-by-step instructions on how to do good work, picking the right materials, and making furniture look good. The main goal is to give everyone a full understanding of upholstery in a school setting, mixing how-to knowledge with the importance of design.