What You’ll Learn in the Tufting Masterclass
In this exclusive 10-part video course, the Swiss experts at KRAMIS reveal everything you need to know to become a confident tufter. From setting up your frame to finishing your rug like a pro, you’ll get expert guidance at every step.
- Lesson-by-lesson walkthroughs from preparation to finishing
- How to stretch your base cloth and project your motif
- Tufting technique tips to ensure even pile and clean shapes
- Pro secrets for glueing, trimming, and edge-bonding
- Ideal for beginners and advanced tufters alike
Lesson 1: Stretching the Base Fabric
Learn how to securely stretch and frame your base cloth before tufting. A clean base ensures precision and durability.
Lesson 2: Project & Draw Motif
Transfer your design to the tufting cloth using clear lines and proper alignment. This is the creative blueprint for your rug.
Lesson 3: Preparation Before Tufting
Set up your yarns, machines, and space to ensure smooth, consistent tufting throughout your project.
Lesson 4: The Basics of Tufting
Master the core tufting technique—learn how to hold the machine, maintain speed, and control your direction.
Lesson 5: Tufting the Rug
Follow the full tufting process from start to finish—layering shapes, building color, and adding texture.
Lesson 6: Fine Tuning Before Glueing
Trim loose threads, tidy lines, and check for gaps before backing—this ensures a crisp, clean final rug.
Lesson 7: Glueing the Rug
Secure your work with professional tufting glue techniques that lock everything in place for long-term durability.
Lesson 8: Cutting Down the Rug
Remove your rug from the frame with care and precision, preserving edges and minimizing fray.
Lesson 9: Using the KRAMIS-Tape
Reinforce your rug’s border using the exclusive KRAMIS-Tape for a luxury-quality edge finish.
Lesson 10: The Final Touch
Add finishing flourishes like carving, detailing, or shaping to make your rug a truly one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
Tools You’ll Need
Essentials
- Tufting gun: Cut or loop pile, adjustable speed is helpful for clean lines.
- Frame with grippers: Secure stretch gives even pile and crisp shapes.
- Primary tufting cloth: Tufting cloth or monk’s cloth with guide grid.
- Backing cloth: Poly-cotton or felt for a neat, durable back.
- Yarn: Wool for floor rugs. Acrylic or cotton for wall art and experiments.
- Tufting glue (latex): Locks stitches. Use a spreader for even coverage.
- KRAMIS tape: Professional edge-binding for a clean, luxury finish.
- Shears and trimmer: Fabric shears for trimming. Electric trimmer for leveling.
- Transfer tools: Projector or marker for motif lines.
- Safety kit: Eye protection, mask for glue work, ear protection if needed.
Nice to Have
- Carving clippers: Add relief and detail.
- Yarn tension stand / yarn winder: Smoother feed and faster setup.
- Roller / spatula: Even glue spread and better bond.
- Anti-slip mat: Helps while trimming and finishing.
- Shop vac: Fast cleanup after carving and trimming.
- Utility knife + hot glue: Edge touch-ups and backing cuts.
Tufting Masterclass FAQs
Answers about access, tools, certificate, support, and refunds.
How long is the course, and do I get lifetime access?
10 concise lessons with lifetime access and rewatch anytime.
Do I need prior experience?
No. It starts beginner-friendly and builds to professional finishing.
What tools do I need?
Tufting gun, primary & backing cloth, frame with grippers, yarn, latex glue, and KRAMIS tape. See Tools You’ll Need.
Are patterns included?
Focus is technique and workflow. You can use your own motifs; we share starter tips.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes, a professional completion certificate is included.
What support is available?
Guidance inside the course plus ongoing tips and tool guides on Rug Crafting Hub.
What is the refund policy?
Refunds/terms are handled by the provider; review details at checkout.
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