A Quick Introduction: Loops, Lines, and Texture

Tufting is a textile technique that creates texture through loops or cut pile — think of it as drawing with yarn, but in soft, sculptural lines. Using a handheld tufting gun, threads are punched into a stretched backing fabric to create patterns, layers, and depth.

Though the process may look playful, tufting is surprisingly physical and precise. It allows for bold gestures, but also demands attention to rhythm, pressure, and balance.

A Short History of Tufting

Tufting has roots in traditional rug-making and was historically used to create thick, warm floor coverings in regions like the Middle East, India, and later the U.S. During the 1930s in Georgia (USA), tufting became more commercialized — leading to the birth of the carpet industry.

Over time, the craft evolved from functional floor coverings to decorative objects — and now, to a vibrant form of contemporary textile art. Artists and designers around the world have embraced tufting for its sculptural potential and hands-on immediacy.

From Craft to Contemporary Art

Today, tufting is experiencing a creative revival. No longer confined to rugs, the technique is now used for wall pieces, furniture panels, spatial objects, and installations.

In my own work, tufting is a way to translate abstract sketches and emotions into tangible, touchable compositions. By layering loop and cut pile, playing with height and tension, I create depth that feels almost architectural — soft, but structured.

It’s a medium that allows for freedom and intuition, while still carrying the warmth of craftsmanship. Each piece holds traces of movement, gesture, and material memory.

Why Tufting? Why Now?

In a world of digital speed and smooth surfaces, tufting offers something different: slowness, tactility, and connection.
Its texture invites not just the eye, but the hand. Its softness adds something unexpected — a quiet, grounding presence.

For interiors, tufted artworks offer more than decoration: they shape the atmosphere. They absorb sound, soften light, and introduce a kind of visual calm that you don’t get from flat surfaces.