Customers holding finished 50 x 50 cm rugs at Tuft and Craft Sydney

Easiest first rug · Complete beginner class

Classic Beginner Tufting Workshop (50×50 cm)

Make your first 50×50 cm rug in one relaxed session—no experience needed.

$130 per project 2–3 hours 50×50 cm

Your $130 workshop includes:

50×50 cm frame, tufting gun, yarn and materials
Clear demonstration and help throughout
Studio gluing and professional backing

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✓ Live availability ✓ Open daily · 9am–7pm ✓ Change or cancel up to 24 hours before

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A complete beginner workshop in Chippendale, Sydney

Tuft & Craft’s Classic Beginner Workshop is a guided 2–3 hour rug-making class and our easiest starting size. Choose your colours, learn to use a tufting gun and create one custom 50×50 cm rug with materials, support, gluing and professional backing included.

Need help choosing your artwork? See 22 beginner-friendly rug ideas selected for achievable shapes and detail.

View design ideas This is optional—you can book first and send your final design around 48 hours before class.

Simple from start to finish

Your idea becomes something you can hold.

Choose a date

Select a live session time that suits you.

Send your design

Share it around 48 hours beforehand so we can help prepare it.

Learn and tuft

Start with a short demonstration, then create with support nearby.

Collect your rug

We glue and back it; collection is usually ready in around two days.

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Who it is for

Choose Classic beginner workshop if…

You are a complete beginner.
You want the easiest size to finish in one relaxed session.
Your design uses clear shapes, bold outlines and limited detail.
You prefer guidance without someone taking over your project.

This is not the best fit if…

You want an intricate portrait or design with lots of small detail. Choose the 70×70 cm Workshop 101 for more creative room.

Finished 50 x 50 cm rugs made by beginners at Tuft and Craft Sydney

Questions before booking

Everything you need to know.

Before booking

Is the 50×50 cm tufting workshop good for beginners?

Yes. The Classic 50×50 cm workshop is Tuft & Craft’s easiest starting option for complete beginners. The 2–3 hour session includes a clear demonstration, all materials and guidance throughout.

What is included in the $130 workshop?

Your $130 booking includes one 50×50 cm rug project, use of a tufting gun and frame, yarn, core materials, guided instruction, gluing and professional backing.

What designs work best on a 50×50 cm rug?

Choose artwork with clear shapes, bold outlines and a small number of colours. Browse our beginner Pinterest board or send your design around 48 hours before class so we can help simplify it.

Booking logistics

Can two people share one 50×50 cm rug?

Yes. Two people may share one project. If each person wants to make and keep a rug, book one project per person.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Yes. You can change or cancel your workshop up to 24 hours before the scheduled session.

Where is the workshop?

Tuft & Craft is at Shop 1, 49 Regent Street, Chippendale NSW 2008, within walking distance of Central Station.

After your workshop

Can I take my rug home immediately?

Yes, if requested in advance. Otherwise, we professionally glue and back your rug, which usually takes around two days before collection. Postage is available for $28.

What age is the workshop suitable for?

The beginner workshop is recommended for ages 10 and over. A responsible adult should accompany younger participants where required.

Not sure which rug size to choose? Compare all Tuft & Craft workshop sizes and prices.

Your first rug starts here

Come with an idea. Leave proud you made it.