• Traditional upholsterer trained in France

  • Designed with an artist's eye

  • Made with a craftman's hand

  • Keeping the tradition alive

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    Who is behind Made in French ?

    Born in France, Floriane grew up inspired by the great diversity of beautiful interiors and pieces of furniture she was surrounded by.

    Always passionate by the Arts, Decoration and Design, Floriane studied at The Ecole des Beaux-Arts and finalised her student life at «La Bonne Graine» school in the famous district of Faubourg Saint-Antoine in Paris.

    Qualified has an upholsterer, she has been trained in France in the workroom of Jacques Fayolle (One of the Best Craftsmen of France) where she had the opportunity to improve her professionalism, combining traditional techniques with an experience of the finest sites (working with prestigious and delicate fabrics, restoring national furniture…).

  • Qualified upholsterer, she has been trained in France in the workroom of Jacques Fayolle (One of the Best Craftsmen of France) where she had the opportunity to improve her professionalism, combining traditional techniques with an experience of the finest sites (working with prestigious and delicate fabrics, restoring national furniture…).

    After having travelled through out Europe and beyond, she finally settled down in Australia.

    She brings her «Savoir Faire» to Melbourne.

    We want you to enjoy our rich and varied expertise and we are at your disposal for any advice

    • Traditional Upholstery

      Specialized in antique furniture, traditional materials and techniques such as hand stitching, coconut fibre and horsehair are used to restore your ancient style armchairs, respecting the history and character of each piece.

    • Modern Upholstery

      In addition to the re-covery of your contemporary furniture, we can create custom made furniture considering the proportions, style, finish and level of comfort. Our knowledge and skills include modern upholstery techniques using solid hardwood frames and top quality luxury foams. This is what makes your customised piece of furniture well designed, highly comfortable and unique!

    • Commercial

      Made in French is providing a complete process from measurements to installation of custom design banquette seating suitable for cafes, bars or restaurants according to your wish.
      Available on request, services extend to wall upholstery and panelling.

    • Sewing

      Working with unique and noble fabrics coming from the most renowned international fabric houses, Made in French is able to associate the great diversity and originality of techniques to create decorative cushions, bed throws, foot valances, blinds, sheers, interlined curtains, swags and tails, etc...

    • Slipcover

      Made in French is definitely "The Slipcover Maker" in Melbourne. Our custom slipcovers are tailored to fit perfectly your upholstered furniture such as sofas, armchairs, dining chairs, etc... paying particularly attention to details and focus on quality.

    • Lampshade

      Our bespoke lampshades are handmade with care, offering an exceptional quality. We can make various shapes and sizes of bonded, soft or hand pleated lampshades and order various fittings. You may also have your own beautiful piece of material that you want made into a lampshade or pendant light.

    We hope that when you look at our products, the love for what we do shines through.

    We hope that when you look at our products,
    the love for what we do shines through.

    Lounge Suite with Diamond Buttons

    A Traditional Restoration of this Lounge Suite with Pierre Frey "Khea" fabric and a Bullion fringe from Houles.

    "Courteilles" Lampshade

    Rectangular Straight and Curved sided bonded lampshades in blue Printed Cotton fabric with trimmings.

    Wallcovering Project

    New offices of the head office building of BHP Billiton's at Collins St.

    Lovely Embroidered Lampshade

    Round bonded Lampshade in embroidered fabric with rolled edges.

    Slipcover for a Wing back chair

    Made in a beautiful fabric; Embroideries on a white Linen.

    Ovale Lampshade

    Ovale bonded Lampshade in Grey Raw silk with rolled edges.

    Banquette at the Spoonful Cafe

    Custom made banquette, the seat is covered in Vinyl and the back in a pure Wool.

    Hand pleated shades

    Two Round Hand pleated Cream silk lampshades with self cuffs.

    Slipcovers at the Musk Farm

    Slipcovers for a lounge suite in the Drawing Room at the Musk Farm.

    Bed Throw and Decorative Cushions

    The perfect way to decorate and add warmth to a bed. Linens, Silks, Satins and Embroideries in a Purple Palette.

    Thank you for visiting the Made in French website.

    For more information or job inquiries do not hesitate to contact us so we can discuss your requirements.

    Consultation by Appointement only.


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