tuft stuff provides the tools, materials, space, and instruction to help makers create their own masterpiece rugs. we're the first one-stop-shop in the u.s. to host workshops, sell supplies at our brick-and-mortar shop in chicago and online, and open our studio for independent making. on our website, you can book a class or afternoon session, sign up to be a studio member, and purchase all the supplies you'll need to make your own rugs.
why choose us?
we love to share
whether we’re sharing our favorite supplies, tools, techniques, experience or space. we’re excited about learning and even more excited to share that with you!
we're picky
we have meticulously researched, tested and sourced the best materials on the planet. This is what we use, this is what we sell.
our education is serious
we have studied the most useful techniques for beginners to professionals alike and have fine-tuned those skills to build your experience.
instruction and practice are key
you’ll spend close to an hour of your first session learning and then applying the skills you need to be the most successful. all the while, receiving global and individual feedback throughout your entire workshop.
we want you to succeed
we’ll be with you every step of the way, answering questions, troubleshooting issues, checking your progress and treating your project how we’d treat our own. we want you to leave happy and we want to be proud of what we’ve helped you create. especially if you tag us. 😉
shop our supplies
we have researched, tested and sourced the best materials on the planet. this is what we use, this is what we sell.
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Primary Backing / Rug Tufting Cloth
Vendor:Regular price From $16.99 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$119.49 USDSale price From $16.99 USDSale -
Tuft Stuff OG Line of 100% New Zealand Sheep's Wool Yarn
Vendor:Regular price From $19.99 USDRegular priceUnit price / per$13.99 USDSale price From $19.99 USD -
Slip-Resistant Felt Secondary Backing
Vendor:Regular price $21.99 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
book our 1 day tuft it today class
spend a few hours with us learning the basics and techniques of rug making, choose your own image and leave with your rug in hand or leave it to us to spruce it up!
tuft It today our one day rug making class
in this 3.5 hour beginner class we focus on the basics of rug tufting. You'll create a custom rug while learning fundamental techniques and the quick finishing process.
book our 3 day bootcamp
learn everything there is to know about making your own rugs on your own. from building a frame to backing and executing the finishing touches.
Upcoming Bootcamps
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SPRING 3 Week Rug Tufting Bootcamp Sundays
Vendor:Regular price $199.00 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
sign up for an afternoon
we offer the same curriculum as our day class for individuals and small groups during the day.
afternoon sessions
in our afternoon sessions, you can book solo or with a small group for some personalized instruction and 3-4 hours of rug making. this class tends to have a smaller student to teacher ratio for some added attention.