BUY 1 GET 1 FREE: TUFTING WORKSHOP – GET TOGETHER WORKSHOP | KWUN TONG

Tufting turns yarn, a stretched canvas, and a noisy hand-held gun into a rug you can take home. At GET TOGETHER in Kwun Tong, you choose a design and colors, then build the image row by row with an instructor nearby to help. It is hands-on, a little physical, and far more satisfying than another afternoon of shopping.

I like two things in particular: more than 100 yarn colors give you room to make a piece that feels personal, and the instructor guides you through a craft that looks intimidating at first. The buy-one-get-one offer also makes this a natural outing for two people who want to make something side by side.

The main catch is time. A 50-by-50 or 60-by-60-centimeter frame can take three hours or more, and a larger 70-by-90 frame needs at least five hours of preparation and work. The studio’s advertised unlimited play means no fixed class slot, not an open-ended evening: it closes at 7 pm, with overtime charges after that.

The details worth knowing

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• Make two pieces with the buy-one-get-one offer: Listed frame packages cover two works, with prices of HK$900 for 50-by-50 cm, HK$1,160 for 60-by-60 cm, and HK$1,600 for 70-by-90 cm.
• Expect a real hands-on process: You choose yarn, use a tufting gun on stretched base fabric, then help shape and trim the pile. Finishing steps can include glue and backing.
• Get help with your design: The instructor can guide you through drawing and technique. For a design based on a photo, contact the studio at least five days ahead; an additional drawing fee starts at HK$150.
• Allow several hours: Smaller frames take about three hours or more. A larger frame needs at least five hours, and the studio’s posted hours are noon to 7 pm.
• Choose from more than rugs: Possible projects include coasters, cushions, chair pads, wall hangings, mirrors, and coffee-table blankets. Some formats cost extra.
• Find it near Kwun Tong MTR: The studio is in Wing Cheung Industrial Building, a two-minute walk from the station.

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From a blank canvas to a tufted picture

The workshop is a practical introduction to tufting, not a demonstration where you watch someone else make the interesting parts. You start with a design on stretched base fabric, then use a tufting gun to push yarn through it. After the main work, the piece needs finishing, including glue and trimming, before it becomes a usable rug or decorative item.

If you have never held a tufting gun, the first minutes may feel awkward. The reviews describe the tool as easier to learn than it looks, but also note that your hands can get tired. Take your time, listen to the safety and technique guidance, and ask for help before a small mistake becomes a large one.

The instructor’s role is a big part of the value. The former designer is described as experienced in drawing and technique, and the workshop offers guidance throughout the process. Many people find that support useful, especially when they are working from their own design or learning how to keep the lines tidy. One instructor named in a review is Leon, though you should not assume he will be your teacher on the day.

The teaching style is meant to leave you room to work while offering corrections and advice. That balance matters: you get the pleasure of making the piece yourself, without being left alone with an unfamiliar tool. Still, an occasional account describes difficulty reaching the studio or waiting for an instructor. Contacting the studio in advance, sharing your design, and confirming your appointment are sensible steps.

Choose a design you can finish

You can make a simple graphic, a small rug, or a more personal image such as a pet portrait. The studio can help you turn a photo into a cartoon-style design, but that requires an extra drawing fee and at least five days’ notice. More complicated drawings may cost more, so ask for a price before you commit.

For a first project, I’d keep the image bold and uncomplicated. Large shapes and a limited number of colors are easier to tuft than tiny details or delicate outlines. This is practical advice rather than a restriction: the studio offers over 100 yarn colors, and the instructor can help you adapt your idea so it works as a tufted piece.

You can also make something other than a rug. The listed options include mirrors, coasters, coffee-table blankets, cushions, chair pads, wall posters, banners, and opening signs. Some formats require an extra material fee, so tell the studio what you want in advance rather than assuming every option is included in the frame price.

What the buy-one-get-one offer really means

The package prices are listed as HK$900 for two 50-by-50 cm frames, HK$1,160 for two 60-by-60 cm frames, and HK$1,600 for two 70-by-90 cm frames. That works out to HK$450, HK$580, and HK$800 per person respectively if two people each make one piece. The starting price is also shown from US$57.35, so check the currency and exact package total at checkout.

The offer is most straightforward when two people each want their own frame. If two people want to work on one frame together, the workshop lists an extra HK$150 charge. For example, three people making two 50-by-50 cm frames would pay HK$1,050, according to the studio’s pricing example.

One past customer questioned how the promotion was presented and found the final pricing unclear. That makes it worth checking the actual total and what it covers before booking, rather than judging value by the discount headline alone. The stated package price covers the frame-based workshop, but optional formats, photo-based design work, and post-production may cost extra.

If you leave the finishing to the studio, expect to collect the work in about three to five days. That service costs an additional HK$100 for XS or S sizes, or HK$150 for M. If you want to carry your finished piece away the same day, ask what finishing is included and how much time it will take.

Allow more time than the minimum

The studio is open daily from 12 pm to 7 pm. It describes the session as unlimited time, but the working day still has a closing time. The guidance says a 50-by-50 or 60-by-60 cm frame takes about three hours or more, while a 70-by-90 cm frame needs at least five hours. Past 7 pm, overtime is listed at HK$50 per 30 minutes for each work.

Those estimates are useful for planning, not a promise that every design will take the same time. Intricate patterns, two people sharing a frame, or extra finishing can stretch the session. Choose a start time with a generous cushion, especially if you are making a large piece. One of the advantages people value is having time to work without a strict three-hour class cutoff, but the studio’s posted closing time still applies.

Arrive on time. The studio says a lesson may be cancelled after an hour if you do not show up, and asks you to give an hour’s notice if you will be late. The booking terms also state that cancellations, refunds, or changes are not available, so check your plans carefully before paying.

A convenient Kwun Tong stop, with an industrial setting

GET TOGETHER is at Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong. The workshop is about two minutes from Kwun Tong MTR station, making it simple to reach by public transport. It is a working industrial building rather than a street-front craft shop, so have the address handy when you arrive.

The workshop’s location makes this a good standalone activity or an easy addition to a day in the district. The setting is practical: people describe the studio as clean, comfortable, and spacious enough to work without feeling crowded. Do not expect a grand visitor attraction. The draw is the making itself, with a broad selection of yarn and room to focus on your project.

Who will get the most from the workshop

This is a good fit for couples, friends, or family members who want to make something together rather than just share a meal or shop. The two-frame offer suits a pair particularly well. It can also work for children: an instructor has helped a family choose a simpler design for a young child and patiently repeated instructions when needed. A straightforward pattern is the safer bet for a child or anyone new to the tool.

It is also a thoughtful option for a birthday activity or a handmade gift. The finished piece can carry personal meaning, especially if you work from a pet or family image. Just remember that photo-based designs need advance planning and may add a drawing fee.

If you dislike repetitive hand work, have limited time, or want a polished piece without doing the labor, this may not be the right workshop. The gun and trimming take effort, and several hours on one project is a real commitment. The payoff is the pleasure of watching a design take shape under your own hands.

Is GET TOGETHER worth booking?

I’d consider booking if you want a creative, guided activity and have at least half a day to give it. The strongest reasons are the patient, hands-on instruction, wide yarn choice, and the chance to make a useful or personal object rather than a souvenir that stays in a drawer. The two-frame pricing can be good value for a pair, provided the total and any extras are clear before you pay.

Before booking, settle on a design, message the studio on WhatsApp at 44461793, and send your reference image ahead of time. Ask about extra charges for your chosen format, finishing, or custom drawing, then choose a start time that leaves room before 7 pm. With those details sorted, this is a satisfying way to spend an afternoon in Kwun Tong.

FAQ

Where is the tufting workshop?

It is at Room B2, 4/F, Wing Cheung Industrial Building, 109 How Ming Street, Kwun Tong. The workshop is about two minutes from Kwun Tong MTR station.

What are the workshop’s opening hours?

It is open Monday through Sunday from 12 pm to 7 pm. Overtime after 7 pm is listed at HK$50 per 30 minutes for each work.

How long should I allow?

A 50-by-50 or 60-by-60 cm frame takes about three hours or more. A 70-by-90 cm frame needs at least five hours. The actual time depends on the work.

What does the buy-one-get-one package cost?

The listed totals are HK$900 for two 50-by-50 cm frames, HK$1,160 for two 60-by-60 cm frames, and HK$1,600 for two 70-by-90 cm frames. Check the currency and package total when booking.

Can I make something other than a rug?

Yes. Options include coasters, mirrors, cushions, chair pads, wall hangings, coffee-table blankets, banners, and other felt items. Some formats have an extra material fee, so ask the studio in advance.

Can the studio help me make a design from a photo?

The studio offers additional drawing for photo-based designs, such as family or pet images. The listed drawing fee starts at HK$150, and you should contact the studio at least five days ahead.