Tufting 101 Workshop: Mirror Making

Learn how to make a custom tufted mirror!



3.5 hours

Class size 1 to 10 (public classes), 8 to 12
$140


Melbourne
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Craft
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Textiles
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Tufting
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Mirror mirror on the wall, who’s the fluffiest of them all? Jump onboard the world’s latest craft obsession in this tufting workshop!

 

Easy to pick up and hard to put down, tufting is primarily used in rug making and can be applied to a plethora of projects, including pillows, art pieces, furniture, and clothing. The only limit is your imagination. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn tufting fundamentals and come away with your own custom, one-of-a-kind mirror.

 

We’ll start with designing and planning our projects, then move on to a quick run-down on various techniques, including hand-tufting and hooking, before moving on to machine tufting with AK-1 cut pile tufting guns. Investing in one of these bad boys (not to mention the rest of the setup) is an expensive purchase, so you’ll have the chance to practice and test one before pulling the trigger.

 

You’ll learn how to set up your frame for tufting, safe and proper use of a tufting gun, techniques for a professional finish, and some basic troubleshooting. Then it’s your turn. Spend the rest of the session tufting up a storm, bringing your creation to life. 

 

Please note: This class requires at least five students to run. In the unlikely event that we don't get this number of students, we'll cancel the class and fully refund you and inform you via email, so please watch your email a few days prior to the class.

Your pieces will be left at our venue for finishing and gluing onto the mirrors and will be ready for collection approximately 2 weeks after the class. 

Please note: This venue is located on the first floor via a flight of stairs and does not have wheelchair accessibility.

What you'll get

A custom mirror, made by you! - All the materials required to make a tufted mirror – including access to an AK 1 cut pile tufting gun, yarn, tufting frames, and various supplies. 

What to bring

Your imagination and maybe an idea on a design you’d like (we suggest checking out Pinterest for some inspiration!)

Suitable for

This class is perfect for beginners - no prior experience is needed.

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Work-Shop Melbourne - 136A Cromwell St, Collingwood, VIC

This venue is a short walk from Collingwood station (500m).

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Work-Shop is a creative concept that will broaden your horizons and help you unleash your inner awesome. We provide affordable short courses in life skills and alternative art. We’ve teamed up with Australia’s brightest creative minds to share their knowledge and help teach you a new skill. From 3D printing and stencil art through to music and gardening – life skills and personal development through to cooking doughnuts and mushroom foraging, we offer a broad range of fun and creative short courses to suit our time poor lives. We will inspire you to pick up that pen, paintbrush, hammer or sewing machine and flick the switch that will kickstart a whole new way of life.
Community values lie at the heart of our project. We collaborate with local artists and industry experts to teach classes and utilise local suppliers for any materials needed. We also provide a creative environment for emerging artists to produce and sell work, and meet like minded individuals. Work-Shop will be a space for everyone, with a rotating schedule of art shows, information nights on local issues and a whole range of events and community initiatives.

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