Tufting Workshops with Amanda
Tufting Workshops
A playful, hands-on workshop for colour lovers, texture seekers and anyone who wants to try something new.
Join artist Amanda Vencatasamy for a relaxed and immersive introduction to rug tufting at Sean O’Casey Community Centre in East Wall, Dublin.
This 4.5-hour workshop is a chance to step away from the everyday, slow down, and spend time making something colourful, tactile and completely your own.
You’ll learn how to use a tufting gun, experiment with wool, colour and texture, and create your own small tufted rug or wall hanging to take home on the day.
No previous experience is needed. This is a beginner-friendly, artist-led workshop designed to give you time to settle in, enjoy the process and reconnect with your creativity.
A Creative Break from the Everyday
Tufting is incredibly satisfying once you get going. The rhythm of the tufting gun, the softness of the wool, progressing with colour filling the frame - it’s a lovely way to switch off, focus your hands, and get lost in the process!
This workshop is not about perfection.
It’s about trying something new, playing with colour, enjoying a few hours away from your usual routine, and leaving with a finished piece you’re proud of.
Come on your own, bring a friend, or book as a small group.
What You’ll Make
During the workshop, you’ll create a small tufted piece, approximately 40 x 40cm.
Your finished piece can be used as:
A small rug
A wall hanging
A decorative textile artwork that you can frame yourself
You’ll choose your design in advance so your frame can be prepared before you arrive. Simple, bold designs work best for tufting, and you’ll receive a design library to help you choose.
You can select one of our beginner-friendly designs or send your own simple image.
What to Expect on the Day
The workshop is relaxed, supportive and hands-on from the start.
During the session, you’ll be guided through each stage of the process:
Welcome, safety introduction and demonstration
Practise using the tufting gun
Start tufting the outline your chosen design
Fill in sections of your piece with wool
Back your piece with a rug backing cloth
Learn how to shave, shape and finish the surface ready to take home!
There will be plenty of support throughout, but also space to get into your own rhythm and enjoy the making process.
Tea, coffee and snacks will be available during the workshop. Please bring your own lunch.
What’s Included
4.5-hour artist-led tufting workshop
Use of tufting gun and frame
Wool, tools and all materials provided
Safety introduction and demonstration
Beginner-friendly design guidance
Your frame prepared in advance
Guidance throughout the workshop
Time to tuft, shave, shape and finish your piece
A small tufted rug or wall hanging to take home
Tea, coffee and snacks
No Experience Needed
This workshop is suitable for complete beginners.
You don’t need to know how to draw, sew, or use a tufting gun before you arrive. We’ll guide you through everything step by step.
Before the workshop, you’ll receive:
A short safety and getting started video
A PDF guide with useful information
A design library to help you choose what to make
You’ll send your chosen design at least one week before the workshop so your frame can be prepared and wool colours can be selected for you.
What Some of our Tufting Participants had to say:
“The whole process of tufting was so satisfying. I loved learning the method from start to finish and taking a lovely substantial artwork home.”
“I was surprised at how much fun the class was. We were encouraged at every step and got all the help we needed.”
“I enjoyed everything about the workshop — the atmosphere, the achievement in such a short time, the beautiful finished piece, and Amanda’s friendly expertise.”
“This is a very hands-on and wholesome experience. I enjoyed it not only for the colourful piece I made and took home, but also for the mental stimulation.”
“A fantastic way to relax, decompress and leave with a piece of art that is amazing and unique.”
Pricing
Standard ticket: €110
Early bird ticket: €80
Available for the first 2 places on each workshop date.
Book 2 or more standard places: €95 per person
Early bird places are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The 2+ discount applies to standard tickets only. Discounts cannot be combined.
BOOK YOUR PLACE
Practical Details
Venue:
Sean O’Casey Community Centre
East Wall
Dublin
D03 AY74
Duration:
4.5 hours
Capacity:
6 participants per workshop
Age:
18+ only
Materials:
All tools, wool and materials are provided
Food and drink:
Tea, coffee and snacks are provided. Please bring your own lunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience?
No. This workshop is designed for complete beginners. You’ll be guided through everything.
What will I make?
You’ll make a small tufted piece, approximately 40 x 40cm, which can be used as a rug or wall hanging.
Can I choose my own design?
Yes. You can choose from the workshop design library or send your own simple image. Designs need to be sent at least one week before the workshop.
What designs work best?
Simple, bold designs work best. Try to avoid tiny details, thin lines, small writing, complicated portraits or lots of tiny colour changes.
Can I choose my colours?
Yes. We’ll use your chosen image as a guide and prepare wool colours for you. You can make small colour changes on the day depending on available wool.
Do I take my piece home on the day?
Yes. You’ll tuft, finish and back your piece during the workshop so you can take it home with you.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a little woolly or gluey. Please avoid scarves, dangling jewellery and very loose sleeves. Long hair will need to be tied back.
Can I come on my own?
Absolutely. Lots of people come to creative workshops on their own. The atmosphere is friendly, relaxed and supportive.
Can I book with a friend?
Yes. If you book 2 or more standard places, the price is €95 per person.
Ready to Try Tufting?
Come and spend a few hours making something colourful, tactile and completely your own.
Thanks Amanda.
