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By Chenoa Daniel
DWA

On Saturday, Feb. 8, the Davie Women’s Auxiliary hosted a hands-on upholstery and painting workshop at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Bermuda Run.
This provided participants with the opportunity to learn skills in furniture restoration and painting while supporting a meaningful cause.
The workshop featured instructor Lishelle of Twins Upholstery in Mocksville guiding attendees through the processes of reupholstering furniture. Auxiliary members worked with experts to pick their pieces, such as chairs and tables, and received personal instruction on how to transform them into refreshed, restyled items.
This hands-on experience also encouraged creativity when giving a second life to an old piece.
Afterwards, Jenny Spencer gave a talk on painting in various formats and styles. “You don’t have to have a reason to paint or a special project to complete,” she said. “You can just let your creativity take over and enjoy the process.”
By hosting the workshop at the Habitat ReStore, the auxiliary underscored a commitment to community development and supporting The ReStore at 5385 US 158. The store serves as a nonprofit home improvement and donation center. The store sells new and gently used furniture, appliances, home accessories, and building materials. Proceeds support Habitat’s mission to build homes and improve lives of Davie residents.
The upholstery and painting workshop was a success and attended by more than 16 members.
DWA member Jane Hilton commented: “It was interesting to learn the process of reupholstering a dining room chair, I have so many ideas now.”
The furniture workshop was the first of many the auxiliary hopes to schedule.
If interested in becoming a DWA member and participating in future events, contact: gbrannondwa@gmail.com
For more information on Habitat Davie’s upcoming events or to learn how to get involved, visit daviehabitat.org.