Category Archives: Tutorials

Common Mistakes When Using a Tufting Gun & How to Avoid Them

A tufting gun is an incredible tool for making custom rugs, but if used incorrectly, [...]

How to Check and Tighten Screws on Your Tufting Machine

Like any machine, your tufting gun or tufting machine needs regular maintenance to keep it [...]

How to Lubricate Your Tufting Machine for Reduced Friction

Proper maintenance is key to keeping your tufting machine running smoothly. Over time, friction and [...]

How Much Does It Cost to Start Tufting?

Starting your tufting journey can be exciting, but choosing the right tools while keeping costs [...]

Meticulous Finishing Techniques in Japanese Tufting

1. Introduction Tufting is a rug-making technique that involves using a tufting gun to insert [...]

Vacuuming – The Essential Step for a Professional Tufting Finish

So, you’ve finished tufting and trimming your rug, but there’s one problem—loose fibers and dust [...]

Hand Tufting Tool – What It Is & How to Use It for Rug Making

When most people think of tufting, they imagine using a motorized tufting gun. But did [...]

How to Finish and Smooth Your Tufted Rug – Trimming & Surface Refining Guide

Tufting a rug is just the beginning—the real magic happens in the finishing process! A [...]

How to Choose a Tufting Frame – Comparing Frame Types & DIY Guide

Your tufting frame is the foundation of your rug-making process. If it’s not sturdy enough [...]

How to Make Your First Tufted Rug – A Step-by-Step Guide from A to Z

So, you’re ready to make your first tufted rug? 🎉 Exciting! But before you start, [...]