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Classes & booking
Pick your rung on the ladder, from a single day making a mini rug, right through to statement pieces. Everyone leaves with something they made start to finish.
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One Day
Done in a day – perfect for busy schedules.
Mini Rug
40 × 50cm
2-3 hours
R700
Tuft a rug slightly bigger than an A4 piece of paper, perfect for use as wall art or a table centrepiece. The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design and the participant's tufting speed.
- * Please inquire for parties of 5 or more.
- ** If the session goes over the allocated time, an extra fee will be charged.
Set of 4 Coasters
~12cm each (maximum of 2 different designs)
2-3 hours
R800
Dazzle dinner guests by tufting a set of four custom coasters. The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design and the participant's tufting speed.
- * Please inquire for parties of 5 or more.
- ** If the session goes over the allocated time, an extra fee will be charged.
A5 Book Cover
A5
2-3 hours
R850
Keep your books cozy with a tufted cover for an A5 notebook or novel. The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design and the participant's tufting speed.
- * Please inquire for parties of 5 or more.
- ** If the session goes over the allocated time, an extra fee will be charged.
Hobby
Bigger canvases and multiple sessions – ideal for more complex projects.
Midi
80 × 80cm
5-6 hours
R1 500
Tuft a medium-sized rug over the course of several sessions, with access to special yarn options. The Midi is around double the size of the Mini, allowing for more detail and complexity in the design while still being space-efficient. The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design and the participant's tufting speed.
- * Please inquire for parties of 5 or more.
- ** If the session goes over the allocated time, an extra fee will be charged.
- *** Class can be completed over multiple days, inquire before booking.
Maxi
100 × 100cm
6-7 hours
R2 000
Tuft a moderate-sized rug over the course of several sessions, with access to special yarn options. Ideal for larger or more complex designs. The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design and the participant's tufting speed.
- * Please inquire for parties of 5 or more.
- ** If the session goes over the allocated time, an extra fee will be charged.
- *** Class can be completed over multiple days, inquire before booking.
Mega
110 × 110cm
7-8 hours
R2 500
Tuft a large rug over the course of several sessions. This size is perfect for a floor rug or a large wall art. Ideal for large or complex designs.
- * Please inquire for parties of 5 or more.
- ** If the session goes over the allocated time, an extra fee will be charged.
- *** Class can be completed over multiple days, inquire before booking.
Artist
Everything you need to know to start making your own rugs as a hobby or for a career.
Mighty
110 × 110cm
Can be completed during multiple sessions over one month
R6 000
The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design.
Learn how to make your own rugs, from choosing the design and stretching the fabric at the start to gluing and carving the rug at the end. This class includes advanced Korean tufting techniques. Students will have a full frame to use for either one large rug or multiple smaller rugs. This class includes free scheduled use of the studio and all of its equipment and materials, as well as a design consultation and mentoring in advanced techniques using extended equipment and materials.
The Big Mama
210 × 170cm
Can be completed during multiple sessions over 10 weeks
R11 000
The length of the class will vary depending on the complexity of the design.
Learn how to make your own rugs, from choosing the design and stretching the fabric at the start to gluing and carving the rug at the end. This is a 1-on-1 course with the founder of Fybre Studios, trained at the Global Tufting Association in Ulsan, South Korea. It includes advanced Korean tufting techniques. Students will have a full frame to use for either one large rug or multiple smaller rugs. This class includes free scheduled use of the studio and all of its equipment and materials, as well as a design consultation and mentoring in advanced techniques using extended equipment and materials.
Night School
Full course
40 × 50cm
R1 500
Month-long after-hours classes, running every Thursday evening. After-hours classes start on the first Thursday of every month and continue weekly for four sessions. Learn the basics of tufting a rug from beginning to end, and graduate with a Fybre Studios certification. The course will include: Lesson 1 - Stretching basics and introduction to tufting Lesson 2 - Completing the tufting and glueing your rug Lesson 3 - Putting backing on the rug and shaving and trimming Lesson 4 - Carving your rug
Planning something bigger?
Private and corporate group sessions, team-builds, and events. We host in studio or bring the wool to you.
Caught the bug?
Set up to tuft at home: the exact gun, frame, and glue we use in studio, bundled into a kit or sold piece by piece.
Frequently asked
Tufting is a textile art technique used to create rugs and soft artworks by punching yarn through a stretched fabric using a tufting gun.
Yes. Safety guidelines and proper handling of tufting guns are covered at the start of each workshop, and close supervision is provided throughout.
No prior experience is required for beginner workshops. Our advanced artist classes are also available for beginners however the classes are more in depth and include more techniques.
In beginner workshops, participants typically create a small rug or textile piece. Advanced artist classes focus on larger works or 3D sculptures.
Workshop duration varies by class. Beginner sessions usually run from 3 hours to a full day or multiple shorter sessions, while advanced and artist classes take place over several sessions to allow for deeper learning and completion.
All tools, materials, yarn, and equipment are provided during the workshop. You will also receive guided instruction and support throughout the process. Additional equipment and materials are available for the artist classes.
Yes. Participants are encouraged to bring reference images or original designs. Designs will need to be confirmed no later than 4pm the day before your lesson to have us trace your design for you. Walk-ins and same day bookings will have to draw their designs themselves. Please refer to the design guide.
All rugs are to be completed during the allocated time slot (according to the class size). However if you need more time, you can do either of the following for an extra fee: If you would like to return to finish your rug yourself: R100 if 25% or less of the rug is left to complete R200 if more than 25% is left to complete Request instructor to finish it for you: R200 if less than 25% remains R300 if more than 25% remains Please note that you will have to return to the studio within 2 weeks, to complete your rug. After that you will have to pay us to complete your rug, then come and collect it within 1 month. Failure to do so will result in us donating your rug to charity.
The size depends on the class type. Please refer to our booking page to have a look at our different classes, book now!
Classes are suitable for ages 12 and above. Our Clawlab guns are available for ages 8 and above. Please inform us if you would like to book a lesson with the clawlab guns.
Yes. Fybre Studios offers one-on-one sessions, private group bookings, corporate team-building workshops, and special event workshops.
Yes. Fybre Studios offers advanced and artist classes with deeper technical training, more hands-on guidance, and extended studio access.
Mini rugs are available to take home 30 minutes after the lesson is complete. All other sizes will be available within 7-10 working days.
Comfortable clothing and closed shoes are recommended. Tufting can be messy, so avoid wearing anything precious.
Yes. Fybre Studios stocks and sells tufting guns and selected materials. Please refer to our product page: Tufting products.
Workshop bookings are non-refundable, but rescheduling may be possible changed a week prior to the booking. Studio sessions deposits are non-refundable if cancellation occurs within 72 hours of the lesson.
Workshops can be booked through our website or by contacting us directly via email, WhatsApp or Instagram.
All finished rugs will be shaved down, but carving will be charged at R200-R300 depending on the complexity of the design.
A max of 2 designs are allowed for coaster sessions.