Hey Y’all!
I’m Nancy of Cobani Bleu

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!

For years, I worked in corporate America, navigating its fast-paced world, but something always felt missing. I longed for creativity and fulfillment, and in 2012, I finally found my passion when I started taking upholstery classes. What began as a fun creative outlet quickly became a love affair with transforming furniture into art.

By 2014, I took a leap of faith and left the corporate world to pursue upholstery full-time. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made! Through Cobani Bleu, I design one-of-a-kind chairs, ottomans, and other furniture pieces that tell stories and bring a spark of joy to any space.

Fun Fact

Cobani Bleu isn’t just a business name—it’s a heartfelt tribute to my beloved pets, Cody, Bailey, and Nike, whose names come together to form “Cobani.” They have since gained their angel wings, but their memory lives on through my work. The “Bleu” is inspired by my love of all things French and my favorite color in the world, blue.

Now that you know where my name came from, you may be interested in my tagline, The Art of Sitting Soft.

Here’s the story

I 💙💙💙 textiles!

My furniture designs are influenced by my appreciation for unique and meaningful textiles. I love incorporating materials like mudcloth, kantha quilts, and vintage grain sacks, blending tradition with artistry to create vibrant, personal pieces. My goal is to offer more than just furniture—I want to offer pieces that inspire happiness, spark conversation, and truly feel like “you.”


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But something exciting happened along the way…

I discovered another passion: Teaching Upholstery! It’s such a joy to share my skills with others, and today, my business has shifted to focus on teaching. I offer one-on-one, hands-on classes right here in Nashville. It’s tough to find upholstery instruction these days, and personalized guidance is even rarer, so I’m thrilled to provide tailored learning experiences for each student.

I’ve been lucky to teach students from all over, including local Nashville residents, folks from across the Southeast, and even people who’ve traveled from as far as Arizona and the Caribbean! Whether you’re a dedicated hobbyist or dreaming of starting your own upholstery business, I’m here to support you, mentor you, and help you gain the skills you need to succeed.

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Designs by Cobani Bleu

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My furniture designs are influenced by my appreciation for unique and meaningful textiles. I love incorporating materials like mudcloth, kantha quilts, and vintage grain sacks, blending tradition with artistry to create vibrant, personal pieces. My goal is to offer more than just furniture—I want to offer pieces that inspire happiness, spark conversation, and truly feel like “you.”

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Thank you for being part of my journey. I can’t wait to help you create something beautiful!