Ray Clarke & Vicky Grubb are Upholsterer's with a deep passion for the craft of Upholstery, soft furnishings, textiles and interior design. In this podcast we delve into the world of our own upholstery business management while reaching out to broader industry representatives through great educational , informative and entertaining conversations . Whether you're a seasoned professional or beginner in upholstery , an interior designer, a newcomer to the furniture industry, or someone looking to transition into a creative career in Upholstery & Soft furnishings, this podcast is for you!
S3 Ep.1 Confessions from the Workshop: A Catch-Up with Ray & Vicky
Welcome to Season 3 of the Sit On This! podcast.
In this episode, Ray and Vicky catch up on everything that’s happened over the past year, what they learned from Season 2, how their own upholstery businesses have evolved, and what’s in store for Season 3.
Join us for a frank and open conversation about the wins, the worries, the mistakes and the lessons we’ve picked up along the way.
With thanks to our Season 3 sponsors, BEA Group and Martins Upholstery Supplies.
8 Jul 2026
S2 Ep.12 Is Your Business Costing You Your Health? The Natasha Kenworthy Conversation
Can you build a successful upholstery business without sacrificing your health? Or has stress, pain and burnout become accepted as part of the job?
This week, Vicky and Ray sit down with Natasha Kenworthy, massage therapist and wellbeing specialist, to talk about the physical and mental demands of working in upholstery.
From aching backs and repetitive strain to stress, overwhelm and the pressure of running a business, this conversation explores why so many upholsterers put themselves last—and what we can do to change that.
We get into the real questions:
How do we recognise the signs of burnout? Why do so many makers ignore pain until it's too late? Can looking after ourselves actually make us better craftspeople? And what simple changes can help us build healthier, more sustainable careers?
Natasha shares practical advice, common mistakes she sees time and time again, and why investing in your own wellbeing isn't a luxury—it's an essential part of protecting your livelihood.
This is an honest conversation about health, resilience and ensuring the most valuable tool in your workshop is looked after.
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Our profound thanks go out to all our Sponsors
Martins Upholstery Supplies (https://martinsupholstery.co.uk/)
BeA Group (https://www.bea-group.com/en/)
Follow Sit on This! for monthly chats from the workbench, stories from inside the upholstery world, with makers, fixers, and fabric lovers.
12 May 2026
S2 Ep.11 Can Upholstery Innovate Without Toxicity? The Delyth Fetherston-Dilke Conversation
Can upholstery innovate without toxicity? Or are we stuck between outdated regulations, industry habits and the fear of change?
This week Vicky and Ray sit down with Delyth Fetherston-Dilke, one of the leading voices challenging the UK furniture industry to think differently about flame retardants, materials, sustainability and the future of upholstery.
But this conversation goes far beyond “toxic foam”.
We get into the real questions:
Are current fire regulations still fit for purpose? Why is innovation in furniture materials so difficult? Who really influences what upholsterers are able to buy and use? And can the industry evolve without losing safety, craftsmanship or trust?
Delyth shares her experiences working across campaigning, regulation and industry conversations, alongside her belief that innovation, transparency and collaboration are essential if upholstery is going to move forward.
This is an honest conversation about materials, manufacturing, health, responsibility and the complicated reality of change within traditional industries.
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Check out that amazing article in TheTimes
https://www.thetimes.com/life-style/property-home/article/sofas-toxic-chemicals-cancer-9tz66br9c
“Dark Waters” Movie:
https://tv.apple.com/gb/movie/dark-waters/umc.cmc.3topp2g12va4hj1i9v50f13g7
Fidra Charity
The Environmental charity supporting sustainability & preventing pollution:
https://fidra.org.uk
Our profound thanks go out to all our Sponsors
Martins Upholstery Supplies (https://martinsupholstery.co.uk/)
BeA Group (https://www.bea-group.com/en/)
Follow Sit on This! for monthly chats from the workbench, stories from inside the upholstery world, with makers, fixers, and fabric lovers.
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