Homeschool Curriculum — The Tuft Spot

Homeschool Enrichment Curriculum

Fiber Arts & Textile Design — Hands-On Rug Tufting

I offer hands-on creative enrichment through fiber arts and textile design workshops at The Tuft Spot. In my classes, students learn the fundamentals of rug tufting while exploring design planning, color selection, and basic textile techniques. Each session guides students through the process of transforming an idea into a finished textile piece, encouraging creativity, focus, and problem-solving along the way.

Program Overview

My workshops are beginner-friendly and designed to help students build confidence while developing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and artistic expression. Students learn how to safely operate tufting tools, transfer designs onto fabric, and complete their projects from start to finish in a supportive and engaging environment.

Classes are ideal for students who enjoy hands-on learning and creative activities outside of traditional classroom settings, including homeschool learners and students looking for artistic enrichment. My goal is to provide a fun and welcoming space where students can explore fiber arts, learn new skills, and experience the satisfaction of creating something unique with their own hands.

Step Up For Students — Scholarship Accepted

The Tuft Spot is an official Step Up For Students scholarship provider. If your child has a Step Up scholarship through Hillsborough County, those funds can be applied directly to homeschool tufting sessions at no out-of-pocket cost to your family.

Curriculum Structure

Workshops include guided instruction across the following learning modules:

1. Introduction to Textile Arts

Understanding fiber materials and yarn types
Overview of rug tufting as a modern fiber art technique

2. Design Planning

Creating or selecting a simple design
Understanding scale and proportion

3. Design Transfer

Using projection tools to trace artwork onto tufting fabric

4. Tufting Technique

Safe use of tufting equipment
Stitch control and yarn application

5. Finishing Process

Backing, trimming, and finishing textile artwork
Understanding durability and craftsmanship

Session Details

Duration: Approximately 2 hours · Includes: Kids tufting gun, all yarn and materials, dedicated instructor guidance, and students take their finished rug home.

Two frame options are available — each child completes their own rug:

Kids Mini Frame — $50 per child · Ages 7 and up · mini frame (15″ × 24″)
Kids Standard Frame — $80 per child · Ages 11 and up · standard frame (36″ × 36″)

Group bookings: Custom pricing available for homeschool co-ops and educational organizations (up to 12 students per session).

Official Curriculum Document

Step Up For Students — Scholarship Accepted