(Waitlist) Introduction to Tufting (In-Person) April 15, 2023

Apr 15, 2023 10:00AM—5:30PM

Location

Marine Mills Folk School 550 Pine Street Marine on St Croix, MN 55047

Cost $160.00

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rug tufting

Students will learn everything they need to build their own tufting practice at home from fiber artist Meg Brunston. They will start with the basics of applying fabric to the frame, leading into designing and tufting a piece, and finishing the piece with backing cloth and commercial grade adhesive. They will receive tips and tricks to make tufting a smooth and easeful process.

Students have the option to tuft a design/shape they would like that fits in a 2×3-foot tufting frame. They can make a rug, wall hanging, pillowcases, coasters, etc. The options are endless!

rug tuftingYour instructor will provide the following materials (for use during class):

  • Frame
  • Tufting Machine
  • Primary Tufting Cloth
  • Secondary Backing Cloth
  • Acrylic, Cotton, and Wool Yarn
  • Twill Tape
  • Hot Glue Gun & Hot Glue Sticks
  • Commercial Grade Carpet Adhesive
  • Carpet Trimmer
  • Scissors

Students are asked to bring the following materials: 

  • A bagged lunch, as the class will go over the lunch hour

Age requirement
Students ages 18 and older are welcome to attend this class (and ages 16-17 with parental permission). 

Skill Level
No experience required.

tufted butterflyCost details
Tuition: $100
Materials fee: $60
Total cost: $160

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!