Jazzy Katt Tufting — The Pontiac Mother-Daughter Duo Hand-Crafting Custom Rugs That Stop You in Your Tracks

Two Women. One Tufting Gun. An Infinite Number of Possibilities.

There is something different about a rug that was made specifically for you. Not pulled from a shelf, not ordered from a warehouse, not mass-produced in a factory somewhere. A rug that started as your idea — your colors, your design, your vision — and ended up on your floor because two women in Pontiac stayed up making it by hand.

That is exactly what Kathy King and her stepdaughter Jazmine King do at Jazzy Katt Tufting. And once you understand what goes into every single piece they make, you will never look at a rug the same way again.

What Is Hand Tufting and Why Does It Matter?

Hand tufting is a labor-intensive craft that most people have never seen up close. Using a tufting gun, the maker punches individual loops of yarn through a backing fabric, row by row, building up a dense and textured pile that becomes the surface of the rug. It requires precision, patience, and a steady hand — and that is just the beginning of the process.

At Jazzy Katt Tufting, Kathy and Jazmine do not stop at the tufting itself. Every rug they make goes through a complete finishing process that sets their work apart from anything you will find at a big box store. They apply the backing by hand. They trim the edges. They shave the surface down for an even, professional finish. And then they apply 3D carving — a technique that creates depth and dimension in the design, making certain elements of the rug appear to rise off the surface.

That final carving step is what makes a Jazzy Katt rug look alive. It is the difference between a flat pattern and a piece that genuinely commands attention in a room.

Born From Love of the Craft

Jazzy Katt Tufting has been operating for roughly two years, but the story behind it goes back further than the business. Kathy and Jazmine started because they love to craft — full stop. Not because they spotted a market opportunity or followed a trend. Because making things with their hands brings them genuine joy, and because watching someone receive a finished piece and light up with appreciation is the kind of reward that no paycheck fully captures.

That motivation shows in the work. When your reason for doing something is love rather than obligation, it comes through in every detail — the evenness of the pile, the precision of the carving, the care taken in applying the backing. Jazzy Katt rugs are not produced. They are made.

Every Rug Tells Someone's Story

What makes Jazzy Katt Tufting truly special is the range of what people bring to them. These are not decorators looking for something neutral to fill a space. These are people with specific visions, specific meanings, and specific stories they want woven into something permanent.

A custom rug for a baby's nursery — the first thing a child will ever crawl across. A memorial piece honoring a loved one who is no longer here, their face or name or favorite image preserved in fiber. A one-of-a-kind area rug that nobody else in the world has because nobody else in the world is you.

Kathy and Jazmine take every one of these requests seriously because they understand the weight of what they are being asked to do. Someone is trusting them with something that matters. That trust is not taken lightly.

Coming Soon to Dixieland Flea Market in Waterford

Right now Jazzy Katt Tufting operates through direct orders placed via DM on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, with both shipping and local delivery available to Metro Detroit customers. But Kathy and Jazmine are working on securing a permanent space at the Dixieland Flea Market in Waterford, Michigan — which means Metro Detroit shoppers will soon be able to see their work in person before ordering.

Once the date is confirmed it will be posted on all their social media channels. If you have been on the fence about a custom rug, seeing one of their finished pieces in person will settle that question immediately.

How to Order a Custom Rug from Jazzy Katt Tufting

Ordering is simple. Reach out via direct message on any of their platforms with your idea — size, colors, design concept, or reference image — and Kathy and Jazmine will work with you to bring it to life. Both shipping and local delivery are available, making Jazzy Katt Tufting accessible to customers across Metro Detroit and beyond.

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Facebook: JazzyKattRugs Instagram: Jazzy_Katt_Designs TikTok: Jazzy_Katt

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jazzy Katt Tufting? Jazzy Katt Tufting is a Pontiac, Michigan-based custom rug business owned and operated by Kathy King and Jazmine King. They specialize in hand-tufted custom rugs made to order, with a full finishing process that includes backing application, trimming, surface shaving, and 3D carving for depth and dimension.

Where is Jazzy Katt Tufting located? Jazzy Katt Tufting is based in Pontiac, Michigan. They offer both shipping and local delivery to Metro Detroit customers. They are also working on securing a vendor space at Dixieland Flea Market in Waterford, Michigan.

How do I order a custom rug from Jazzy Katt Tufting? Orders can be placed by sending a direct message on Facebook at JazzyKattRugs, Instagram at Jazzy_Katt_Designs, or TikTok at Jazzy_Katt. Share your design idea, size, and color preferences and Kathy and Jazmine will work with you to create your custom piece.

What makes Jazzy Katt Tufting different from other rug makers? Every Jazzy Katt rug is hand-tufted by Kathy and Jazmine King themselves. They apply the backing, trim the edges, shave the surface, and apply 3D carving to each finished piece — a technique that creates depth and dimension that mass-produced rugs cannot replicate.

Does Jazzy Katt Tufting ship rugs? Yes. Jazzy Katt Tufting offers both shipping and local delivery, making their custom rugs available to customers across Metro Detroit and beyond.

What kinds of custom rugs does Jazzy Katt Tufting make? Jazzy Katt Tufting creates a wide range of custom rugs including nursery rugs for babies, memorial rugs honoring loved ones, and unique custom area rugs built entirely around the customer's vision. If you can describe it, they can make it.

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