Welcome to Cobani Bleu

the art of sitting soft

Hey there!

I’m Nancy Sargent, the owner and creative heart behind Cobani Bleu: The Art of Sitting Soft. I have a passion for transforming artisan textiles sourced from around the world into one-of-a-kind chairs and ottomans that embody the beauty and comfort of the “sit soft” lifestyle.

But my passion doesn’t stop at upholstery. My love of vintage furniture has grown into a carefully curated (okay, maybe slightly out-of-control!) collection of timeless pieces, which happily coexists with my ever-growing stash of textiles.

Most importantly, I’m passionate about sharing The Art of Upholstery with YOU! Whether it’s through my one-of-a-kind furniture designs or my hands-on, one-on-one upholstery classes, I love inspiring others to discover the joy and creativity of this craft.

Let’s create something beautiful together!

Do you love all things fabrics?
Do antiques and vintage furniture make your heart go pitter patter?
Do you want to learn The Art of Upholstery?

Oh Good! You’re in the right place!

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Hi! I’m Nancy!

Have you ever dreamed of leaving your day job behind and chasing a life that truly brings you joy?
I did just that—and I can honestly say I’ve never looked back!

Here’s my upholstery Journey!

THE ART OF SITTING SOFT

“Let’s go sit soft,” my mom would say after a meal, inviting everyone to leave the dining table and relax in the comfort of the living room.
It was time to get comfortable. I always loved this saying of hers. But where did it come from, I never heard anyone use this phrase other than my mom.

I’ve created an upholstery roadmap just for you!

You’re brand new to upholstery but where do you start? There is so much to learn, what tools do I need, what’s the best fabric to start with, pneumatic staplers are scary!
Don’t worry I’ve got you covered! Here are my best posts on all things to get you started off right! Then hop over to the Upholstery Workshop page to get all the information about my workshops and classes, what beginner projects I recommend, one-on-one advanced training, fun workshops and so much more!
It’s literally a roadmap to your upholstery journey!

My Best Advice For Beginners

My Top Upholstery Tips for Beginners

Everything I Learned From My Ottoman

What’s The Best Stapler For Upholstery?

Beginner’s Essential Upholstery Toolbox

What Happens In Upholstery Class…

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Testimonials

I learned more than just how to upholster a chair. She teaches you about foam, fabric, and the best tools to use. She is also a valuable resource after the workshop.

I took a three day workshop with Nancy and she was extraordinary! She is so knowledgeable and takes time to explain all the details. I learned more than just how to upholster a chair. She teaches you about foam, fabric, and the best tools to use. She is also a valuable resource after the workshop. I am so proud of what I accomplished and I couldn’t have done it without Nancy!

Mary C.
Upholstery Student

Nancy is patient, kind and an excellent teacher. She really knows her stuff.

I’ve taken two classes with Nancy and it was fantastic. Nancy is patient, kind and an excellent teacher. She really knows her stuff. I would highly recommend this class and plan to take more in the future. And my chairs turned out beautifully!

Ann O.

I’ve longed for years to learn the art of upholstery and I’ve happily discovered the most patient, resourceful, creative, and skilled teacher in Nancy.

Nancy Sargent is a jewel! I’ve longed for years to learn the art of upholstery and I’ve happily discovered the most patient, resourceful, creative, and skilled teacher in Nancy. With very little sewing experience and zero upholstery knowledge, Nancy gently guided and coached my through reupholstering my very first chair! She opened a new world for me and I’m very excited for future chair makeover instruction! Nancy is a wonderful teacher, and a fun and talented artist! I recommend her highly!

Kim H.

Magnificent, over the top pleased!

Over the top pleased with the quality and attention to detail. The photos were excellent but seeing the chair in person was even better than expected. One word to describe it “Magnificent”. Nancy, was such a pleasure to work with responds quickly to questions. One of my favorite shops cannot wait to find more hidden treasures.

Lisa S.
Etsy Customer