Badge & Build: Tufting Gun
What to Expect
We’ll walk you through the basics—how to stretch the backing fabric, use the tufting gun with control, and finish off your sample piece. This session is designed to help you get checked out on the equipment, not to dive deep into design or tufting techniques.
Looking for a more creative, project-based class? Our monthly Sunday Tufting Workshop is a better fit if you want to make something larger and explore tufting as an artform. This one’s all about getting you cleared to tuft independently.
Skills You’ll Acquire
• Safe and confident use of tufting guns
• How to set up and stretch your tufting fabric
• Basic tufting technique and finishing steps
• What you need to know to start your own projects
What’s Provided
• Tufting guns and frames
• Backing fabric and yarn
• Glue, scissors, and all the finishing tools
• Guidance and support from a knowledgeable instructor
Prerequisites/Safety Information:
• This event is for members only.
• Participants must complete the video and quiz portion of the Tufting Gun Badge here before attending.
• Safety protocols will be reviewed during the event.
770 Chapel St
1st floor, past the back staircase
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
MakeHaven Members | $25.00 |
Instructor or Event Lead

Vannesa Reyes
Areas: Traditional Handcrafts, Textiles
Reservation: Multipurpose Classroom(1st floor)
Event and Workshop Info
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Accessibility
Our facilities undergo periodic reviews to maximize ADA compliance. We offer accessible bathrooms, elevators, and wide walkways. In tool usage, we aim for universal access and work individually to adapt tools for safe usage as necessary. If you anticipate needing an adaptation to participate in this event or have further questions, please contact us at events@makehaven.org.