Upcycled T-shirt Rag Rugs Workshop
Saturday 1 August 2026
1 – 4pm
3 hours
Learn how to turn old T-shirts into a new rug, using a finger crocheting technique.
All materials are provided, including your starter rug (10cm beginning of your rug), a ball of T-shirt yarn and extra T-shirts. But please bring along your own old T-shirts to cut up and include in your rug. And a warning - this type of rug making can be addictive!
Ages: Adults/Kids 12+ years
Cost: $10
Bookings essential
If you have any access or inclusion needs, you will be able to advise us when booking.
Newcastle Museum is supported by Create NSW.
All materials are provided, including your starter rug (10cm beginning of your rug), a ball of T-shirt yarn and extra T-shirts. But please bring along your own old T-shirts to cut up and include in your rug. And a warning - this type of rug making can be addictive!
Ages: Adults/Kids 12+ years
Cost: $10
Bookings essential
If you have any access or inclusion needs, you will be able to advise us when booking.
Newcastle Museum is supported by Create NSW.










