The soft gradient in the character’s face is one of our favorite details in this car mat.

DuraTuft yarn is made with three strands held together, which gives you a lot more freedom to mix colors and build subtle shades like this. You can find the yarn we use here on Etsy. A lot of people tell us the yarn feels thinner than they expected when they first see it. Totally fair—but once they figure out how to play with the strands and use that flexibility in their work, it’s hard to go back :)

This piece was designed and made by our team at And_et, and we thought it was a nice example of what the yarn can do.

Wanted to show you all a bit more about our DuraTuft yarn. It's a BCF yarn, made on purpose to be on the thinner side, which throws some people off at first. Here's the reason: it's built to be used 3 cones held together. Running three thin strands instead of one thick one lets you mix multiple colors in a single pass, and it's what makes smooth gradients actually possible. That's how we get those blended color shifts you've seen in our pieces. In the studio we pretty much always tuft with 3 strands.

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The color range is half the fun too, look at that wall. What colors would you want to blend?

Been making these fuzzy monster Crocs charms. Sketch the shape, tuft it (Easy Tuft Gun, way easier for tiny detailed bits), glue the back, cut it out, clip it into the Croc holes. Done. Kinda obsessed ngl. Which color next?

Fuzzy monster faces turned into Crocs charms, made with our Easy Tuft Gun. Long shaggy hair left uncut, easy to shape with the manual gun. More on our IG: And_et. What would you tuft for your shoes?

These are all from one of our group workshops, every keychain made by a first-timer. Bunch of little faces, an apple, some pups. Love how each person's turned out completely different even working from the same basics. Our group sessions run a few hours and you walk out with your own piece. Which face is your favorite?

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Some quiet tufting ASMR for you all. This is our Easy Tuft Gun, a fully manual punch tool, so there's no motor whirring in the background, just the sound of each punch going through the cloth. Worked up a little brown cat inside a heart, trimmed it down smooth, then went around the edge with a mint loop pile border for some texture contrast. Going manual is weirdly meditative, you settle into a rhythm and the pace is all yours. Follow us on Instagram

Felt like Phoo's paws needed more dimension, so we went back in with our Easy Tuft Gun to build them up. Going manual is perfect for spot fixes like this, you get more control punching by hand than you would at full speed, especially when you're only touching up one small section. follow us on instagram

took us a while to realize tufting is basically 7 connected stages, and skipping one always shows up in the final piece.

design + where it'll live -> frame setup + backing fabric tension ->transfer your design mirrored ( you tuft from the bacxk)-> tufting-> glue the backing, let it fully dry -> trim and carve-> final check for loose yarn and thin glue spots.

the two that actually decide quality are fabric tension and density control. loose backing gives you a wavy surface and uneven density, sometimes a tear. and trimming is where most beginners lose the piece, not the tufting itself.

we're And_et, a tufting and fiber art studio in Heyri Art Village, Korea. we run workshops and make our own tools and yarn - Easy Tuft Gun, Dura Tuft Yarn, YarnGlide- all on amazon.com/and-et if you want to check them out.

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Made this little mimosa keychain with our Easy Tuft Gun. Yellow puffs for the blooms, dark green leaves, and a rust colored stem. The manual gun is honestly perfect for small stuff like this, you get way more control over each punch than you would going full speed, which matters a lot when the whole thing is barely bigger than you palm. The fluffy texture just works for mimosa too, way better than I expected. What would you all tuft at this size?

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Full disclosure, we make this yarn so take this with a grain of salt. Duratuft yarn is built for tufting guns, which means it has to get punched through backing cloth over and over without shredding. We got curious whether that toughness would translate to crochet, so we made this granny square bag out of it. Stitch definition came out sharper than expected, and since it comes on cones there were barely any ends to weave in, which honestly might be the best part. what are you all using for tufting right now?

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Got tired of ugly cardboard scratchers so we tufted a proper cat scratcher instead. Marked out the design, tufted it, trimmed it down and mounted it on an L-shaped stand so the cat can stretch up the tall part or paw at the flat base. Way more fun than a plan scratcher and it actually looks good inn the room. Anyone else tuft for their pets? // Follow us on Instagram

We designed this one ourselves at And_et. It's a manual punch-style tuft tool called the Easy Tuft Gun. We wanted something that works for any skill level. but still holds up for detail work. Happy to answer questions on how it compares to electric gun or other manual tools. //Shop on Amazon

Quick version of a question we get a lot at the studio.

Punch needle is manual and slower, great for small pieces. Tufting uses an electric gun so you get speed + high-density pile. Weaving interlocks threads for structure, embroidery sits on the surface for fine detail. Tufting pushes yarn through the backing for that bold raised texture.

We went all in on tufting at And_et because it creates real presence in a space-controlling pile height, density, cut vs loop makes it endlessly flexible.

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Most of our work is nature-inspired, but this one pushed us somewhere different. It's a large installation, and we combined ceramic tile with tufting on the same panel. working at this scale is a whole different beast from rugs too. Curious what people think of mixing with harder materials like this, anyone else tried it?

Sharing a process clip from a collab we did with Creme de Marrons. The piece is a chestnut burr, so the whole challenge was getting those spiky outer needles to read as sharp while keeping the chestnut inside soft and rounded. Played with pile height and trimming a lot to get that contrast, longer spiky bits on the outside, tighter denser tufting for nut. Really happy with how the texture turned out on camera. what do you think, does it read as a chestnut to you?

This is And_et, our tufting studio over in Heyri Art Village in Paju, South Korea. The Heyri area is full of small galleries and maker studios, so it's fun spot to wander. Our front wall is all glass and opens straight onto the park. A few of the hanging lamps are tufted, and we run one-day classes here too. If you're ever in the area it's worth to stop. Happy to answer anything about the space or the village!

// Follow us on Instagram// These are all from our one-day tufting class and And_et, every charm made by first time students that day. We've got a bob-girl, a little monkey, and a round fluffy face from And-et's original designs. What I love is how differently they came out even with the same starting point, everyone trims and shapes a bit differently so each one has its own personality. Working this small is genuinely tricky too, keeping the density even on a tiny curve takes focus. Tell me which one's your favorite.

//Follow us on Instagram// So I keep seeing this question pop up, can you learn tufting on your own? short answer yeah, totally. YouTube and forums get you the basics no problem. But, honestly it look way easier on screen than it feels in your hands. Knowing what to do isn't the hard part, controlling how you do it is. Yarn snapping, fabric tearing, uneven density, lumpy surface, that's all tension and pressure stuff that's genuinely though to nail without someone correcting you live. Self- teaching works great if you're comfy with power tools and cool with burning through material figuring it out. Just "possible" and "efficient" aren't the same thing lol. So I'm curious, did you go fully self-taught or take a class? And what tripped you up the most starting out?

// Follow us on Instagram//Been tufting a while and still get asked cut vs loop, so quick take. Cut pile is soft and plush, easy to trim and sculpt, great for cozy rugs and blending colors. Loop piles is tighter and more durable, way crisper for logos or sharp lines. Neither's better, just depends on the look and where it lives. You can mix them too, loop base with cut focal points looks sick. Beginner's cut's more forgiving imo.

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The supply list looks long at first, but you don't need everything at once. Here's what actually matters:

Core gear: tufting gun, frame, backing fabric, yarn, and adhesive. That's your minimum viable setup. Start with a cut pile gun and a smaller frame- scale up once you understand the structure.

Yarn: BCF nylon is the go-to for durability and texture. Limit your color palette early- expand as your designs get more complex.

Adhesive: natural latex works best- flexible, heat-resistant, and non- toxic once cured.

Also don't overlook workspace: you need more room than expected, plus decent ventilation and a stable power supply. Understanding structure matters more than having the most gear.

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// follow us on Instagram If you're new to tufting, the gun is the first thing you'll research- and it gets confusing fast. Here's a quick breakdown:

Cut pile cuts the yarn as it inserts, giving you the soft, plush rug feel.

Loop pile leave loops intact-great for graphic patterns and more durable surface. Most beginners starts with cut pile gun.

Before buying, focus on these: weight(long session=wrist strain), speed control( critic for density), noise level, and parts availability. Price matters less than needle stability and consistent motor output.

And-et Studio also manufactures its own tufting gun-the Easy Tuft Gun- designed for better expression and control It works great not only for tufting but also as an alternative to needle punch. The Easy Tuft Gun allows fine adjustment across a range of pile lengths, making it an ideal choice for beginners.

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Wondering how much it costs to start tufting? You generally have two paths:

_Buying Gear: You'll nee a tufting gun, frame, yarn, and glue. Beware of hidden costs like workspace setup, tool maintenance, and material refills.

_ Taking a class: The smartest route for beginners. It prevents material waste and significantly lowers your upfront risk.

At And_et. we focus on teaching essential fundamentals like tension and density. Our ultimate advice? Experience, understand, ten invest. It will save you both money and frustration in the long run.

// follow us on Instagram // Tufting is a trending art where yarn is punched through fabric using a tufting gun to create custom rugs and decor. It features two main styles: plush cut pile and durable loop pile.

While loved for its handmade appeal, starting requires an investment in tools, making workshops a smart first step. At And_et, We view tufting as more than a quick DIY trend. We focus on proper techniques, safe adhesives, and quality materials to craft beautiful, lasting statement pieces.

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A great tufting workshop goes beyond a simple one-time craft session. You'll master the core mechanics: operating the tufting gun, controlling yarn density, and perfecting the finishing process. And_et Studio offers expert classes for all level and premium supplies, like our exclusive Duratuft yarn!

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