Experience a hands-on rug tufting workshop with Be Creative, LLC in Gretna, Louisiana. Learn new skills, design your own custom rug, and make a lasting keepsake in this immersive 3-hour class.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No significant physical exertion required; suitable for all fitness levels
Wildlife
History
Gretna sits opposite New Orleans and has a rich craft tradition influenced by French and Creole heritage, contributing to a thriving creative scene.
Conservation
Be Creative emphasizes sustainable practices by using eco-friendly yarns and minimizing waste throughout workshops.
Be Creative, LLC
Experience a hands-on rug tufting workshop with Be Creative, LLC in Gretna, Louisiana. Learn new skills, design your own custom rug, and make a lasting keepsake in this immersive 3-hour class.
Be Creative, LLC is a creative studio based in Gretna, Louisiana that hosts hands-on art workshops, craft classes and themed party experiences for children and adults. The studio offers a variety of activities including messy, high-energy paint events like the Splash Room Experience, focused technique classes like Fluid Art and Rug Tufting, and take‑home projects such as Painted/Poured Figurines and Resin Tumblers.
Selected kids party packages at Be Creative, LLC include structured, two-hour sessions — for example, the Kids Cupcake Decorating Party and several Kids Paint Pour and Kids Personalized Pillow parties — and some children’s experiences provide pizza and juice during the celebration. The Candle Making Experience is offered as a 1.5-hour workshop where participants choose jars, scents and complete a candle from start to finish. Many classes and parties include all materials and give participants a finished piece to take home.
Workshops emphasize hands-on participation and creative exploration. Options range from beginner-friendly fluid pours and paint-pour figurines to tactile offerings like Rug Tufting and Chunky Blanket Workshop. The studio also provides seasonal or themed events such as Kids Spooky Craft Bash and party formats tailored for groups.
As a local Gretna studio, Be Creative, LLC serves families, birthday groups and craft enthusiasts seeking guided, material‑included art experiences and memorable party settings without requiring advanced art experience.
Location
Gretna, LA
Creative studio in Gretna, Louisiana
Experiences
22 experiences
Workshops, parties, and craft classes
Kids Options
Multiple parties
Several kid-focused party formats
Class Lengths
Varied (1.5–2 hrs)
Short, party-friendly sessions
Choose a paint party, candle workshop, rug-tufting session, or kids celebration and create a one-of-a-kind keepsake.
Comfortable Clothing Recommended
Wear clothes you don’t mind getting some yarn fibers on, as tufting can be a tactile and messy process.
Arrive Early to Settle In
Arriving 10 minutes prior helps you choose your yarn colors and prepare your design without feeling rushed.
Bring Snacks or Beverages
Participants are encouraged to bring snacks and drinks to make the experience more comfortable and social.
Plan for Possible Rebooking
If your rug isn’t completed during class, a $15 rebooking fee applies for finishing on a later date.
Comfortable, casual clothing
Allows freedom of movement while handling materials and tools.
Personal snacks and beverages
Keep hydrated and energized during the session.
Apron or smock
Protect your clothing from yarn fibers and adhesive.
Notebook or sketchpad
Helpful for sketching design ideas before tufting.