Tutu Fun at Irvine Spectrum is basically glitter heaven for kids. The craft room is impressively organized--rows and rows of sparkly materials, stickers, gems, and every shiny thing an 11-year-old could dream of. Mine made a custom water bottle and spent a solid amount of time carefully choosing the perfect glitter situation. Safe to say... it made her entire day. Great creative stop if you're at the Spectrum with kids. Expect sparkle, serious crafting focus, and one very proud kid walking out with their masterpiece. Tutu Fun at Irvine Spectrum is basically glitter heaven for kids. The craft room is impressively organized--rows and rows of sparkly materials, stickers, gems, and every shiny thing an 11-year-old could dream of. Mine made a custom water bottle and spent a solid amount of time carefully choosing the perfect glitter situation. read more

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Such a fun activity in a great location! For my lovely boyfriend's birthday, I surprised him with a session at Tutufun. We have never tufted rugs before, so this was a great new experience together :) The workers were super helpful and nice. They walked us through how to use the tufting gun and we practiced before getting to the rug. It was easy to project our image onto the canvas, and then we were off!! It took around 3 hours of nonstop tufting for a Small rug. It was definitely an arm workout! But so fun. It was a little toasty in there though, so dress accordingly. We came back later to pick up the rugs - super efficient and it turned out beautiful. I would come back again to create a huge rug together sometime :-) read more

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i've come here on two separate occasions: once to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday by helping him make a rug and another to celebrate mine by making a candle. both experiences were so fun! the staff has always been very polite and clear in their instructions and suggestions for your selected project. for the rug tufting, they allow you to practice on a canvas in the back of the workshop so you can learn how to use the tool before you start on the actual rug. for making a candle, you have a variety of selections in the types of candles you can make, which i had not expected--wax, jelly, etc--and themes that can go along with what you're selecting. i made a cocktail candle, and it was so much fun getting to select the scents and "garnishes" for the decorations. both experiences were so memorable. i'm not typically a crafty person, but i would happily go back! read more

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We had an amazing experience! It was a nice surprise to walk by this since it's my daughter's birthday and the activity was spontaneous and fun! Selena helped us and explained everything so well she's was great! Definitely recommend read more

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I had so much fun creating a tufted rug! My instructor was friendly and helpful. It took my 4+ hours to work on a small piece but I need to go back and finish the piece. I highly recommend you book an appointment since it can get busy. read more

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Had a great time taking my Valentine here! Loved the DIY and how unique rug tufting was! They give you a brief tutorial on how to rug tufting is and then you get right into creating your own unique rug. I did wish they gave a bit of a better tutorial, but overall, would def come here again. I do suggest that if this is your first time, do not do XL because it'll be one hell of a workout. If you do decide to do the XL rug, be sure to have a partner with you so if you get tired, you have someone take over. read more

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I found Tutu Fun from other creators online and was interested in trying the candle making class, and was not disappointed with the results! Our class was from 4-6:30, but we ended pretty early and picked up our candles about 15-20 minutes later. It took maybe 15-20 minutes per wax layer to cool down, and in between these times, you could make other molds you wanted to put in or on top of your candles. I used one of the medium sized cups and my girlfriend used one of the large sized cups, and we both were able to make our own matcha candles which we love! Our instructor was very helpful in telling us about what to do and what not to do. I'd highly recommend Tutu Fun for anyone around OC looking for a fun date activity! They have way more than just candle making, but this was a fun experience to try as well! read more

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I came to TuTu Fun for the first craft experience. I've been to the store for shopping, but never for a craft. My friend and I did the Decoden craft. It was fun and I'm happy with what I made, but I have a couple suggestions of how it could be better. First off, they offer a ton of classes in one space, like candle making, rug tufting, acrylic pouring, beaded jewelry, etc. I think it would be really helpful to book 1 craft per hour or something like that. I found it somewhat overwhelming how many things were going on at once. And, then they would only have to explain how to do that specific craft during that time slot, versus over and over again. The rug tufting is really loud, so it could have been nice to either have light music, or even better to only do that craft during certain hours of the day. Another thing is I don't feel like we got much instruction. The girls who helped us were extremely nice and doing their best, but I felt like they may have also been overwhelmed. It was a busy Saturday and in addition to reservation times, they also allow walk ins. It wasn't a calming environment. I sort of felt like I was at a kid's birthday party (which we may have been). If I ever went again, I'd want to do a rental and have the space to just our group. Lastly, I think the pricing should be adjusted. I think there should be a sign up fee and then the individual items you pay for are sold at a lower price point. I liked that we could choose as many charms as we wanted, but the actual items we had to choose from were extremely overpriced and I think a different structure would help people to understand you're paying more for the space, set up/clean up, then you really are for the specific item. Overall it was fun, but I do personally believe there needs to be a bit more organization from the top. Again, all the staff who helped us were extremely kind and doing their best. read more

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Fun spot for date activity with painting, crafts, and rug tufting. Very easy steps and demonstrations of how to work the items and getting started. We did the rug tufting regular size 2-3 hours and large size 5ish hours. Definitely not a short activity but well worth in the end having something to use or showcase read more

Me and my friend did the candle making class and it's definitely pricey but super fun! I made a strawberry matcha latte, which they had the little ice cubes pre-made for. The person teaching us, Ken, was attentive and helpful in getting the desired results. He even let me start over when the color didn't come out the way I had wanted the first time. 11/10 recommend! read more

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Tutu Fun is indeed Too Too Fun. My sisters, girls, and I visited for some family time. We spent two hours decorating picture frames, mirrors, and hair clips with cute and cheesy little charms. Everyone was very creative. My design was kinda boring compared to everyone else but it was fun all the same. They also have rug tufting which we will come back and try. This is located in the Irvine Spectrum. The store is a bit deceiving. If you walk in, you would not immediately know what it is or its purpose. At least I didn't since my sister hosted and she did not tell me anything about what we were doing. Plenty of parking. The service is good. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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I had a very disappointing experience at Tutu Fun during their candle making workshop. After we poured our wax, the person leading our group completely forgot to give us wicks until someone in our group had to ask when we were supposed to put the wicks in. Which prompted the leader to suddenly remember that inserting the wicks was actually a step that should have happened prior to pouring. Instead of properly restarting, they then instructed us to try putting the wicks in after the wax had already cooled, which made the process messy and difficult. It got worse when the manager/owner came over and stuck a wick into one person's cup, which completely ruined the design they had carefully created. When that person asked to start over because the design had been ruined, the manager/owner initially refused to allow it. The wick the manager forced into the candle eventually came loose and would not stay inside the wax. On top of that, they repeatedly forgot to mix our chosen scents into the wax before pouring. The leader then decided to mix the scent into the cup, ruining the design even more. To make matters worse, they had also run out of several scents, and we were told they had to go to their warehouse to get more. This caused additional delays and made the entire workshop feel unprepared and poorly organized. Especially since scent is a major part of making candles. At one point, the manager/owner gave someone in our group wax that had already cooled down and thickened, making it very hard to pour smoothly into the cup. Because most of the wax wasn't hot enough, it created a large amount of bubbles in the candles. We were told to use a heating gun to fix it, but even then, many bubbles remained and the candles did not look well made. There were so many bubbles that it would have taken 2+ hours to fully remove them. In the end, because there were so many bubbles, we decided not to finish it and left without that candle. When it was time to pay, the manager attempted to charge us $254 for four candles without deducting the deposit we had already paid in advance. When I reminded her, she initially tried to deduct only $100. I had to pull up my receipt for her to remove the correct amount. Overall, the experience felt poorly managed and unprofessional. I would not recommend this candle making experience based on what we went through. read more

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If you're thinking about getting into carpet making, this is the place to start. I spent 4 hours and around $120. At first, while practicing how to stitch different shapes, I was worried it might be too challenging to create something I'd actually feel proud to gift to someone. But with a little time and practice, it quickly started to click. By the end, I felt confident in what I made. My biceps were a bit sore, but that just made it feel even more rewarding. read more

Luna made my whole experience unpleasant before I even sat down. I had an appointment at 3:00, and showed up at 1:00 to see if they could take me earlier. Her attitude and demeanor was rude right off the bat. Another girl named Mila was nice who was working right beside her. I just couldn't get over her lack of customer service, and because of her I do not recommend this place. Everything is priced high as it is, and when you have rude customer service it is not worth it. I was uncomfortable the whole time with her near me. Thank you to Mila who was awesome! read more

4.5 This was so fun to do! It was a very pretty private session and picking the scents were so nice since they have so many to choose from. I will say that it was $140 for both candles and they ran out of a lot of the decor you can add alongside the glass cup options, so it wasn't to it's fullest potential since it was later in the day. The workers helping us are extremely patient with any questions, but weren't the most interested in making small talk which completely fine! However, it was still an extremely great experience and a nice souvenir! read more

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Jesse was so nice to us and helped us with everything we needed!! She was so nice and my candle cup turned out so pretty thanks to her!! Would come back again‍ read more

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Absolute perfect spot for a date or hangout that makes it a memory, not just an activity. TuTu Fun takes up only a small corner of Irvine Spectrum, a mall surrounded by endless distractions and activities, but it manages to distinguish itself as the best option to spend an afternoon in, either solo or with a buddy. From candle-making to rug tufting, the DIY options felt limitless, with even miniature kits available to purchase and take home to build at your own pacing. My friend and I opted for a large rug tufting session, with this experience being guided and elevated thanks to Ken, one of the most awesome-est members I've encountered. From the start, he guided us through the process, offering helpful tips on using the machine, design selection, outlining,a nd working around the frame's edges. And throughout our session, he regularly checked in, shared recommendations on how to progress, and encouraged us with enthusiasm that felt genuine and supportive. Alongside his presence, progressing through the entire rug tufting experience with my friend was so enjoyable. Taking turns to admire each other's progress, laughing at a line too squiggly, or helping each other put a string of yarn into the machine we used made the project feel rewarding.. and less like a task we had to finish in 4 hours. Because of time constraints, we weren't able to finish our rug in one sitting, but TuTu Fun and Ken made it easy to re-schedule and return to finish, accomodating to our reservation. So! If you're looking for an activity that contains engagement with a friend/partner, encouraging staff, and good air conditioning in the summer weather, I'd highly recommend experiencing TuTu Fun at least once during your time in Irvine. (Thanks Ken!!!!!!) read more

This place is so fun to make cool diy projects!!! Went here to do a diy class candle making for my friends bday. Our instructor was Ken, he was very patient and nice. Very helpful and friendly! Ken made our night fsho!! read more

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Well what a fun way to learn something new! Leilani did a fantastic job coaching me on using the rug tufting machine, and gave helpful insights and pointers. Although it was my first time making a rug, I feel satisfied I am walking away with a project I will enjoy for a very long time. I feel the pricing was worth while for the use of the machine, the time, the tools, the coaching, and the supplies provided. This is ultimately the most economical way to go about this project if you're doing it just for fun. read more

Enjoyed this cute candle cocktail/drink making class with my girls~ from choosing the scents, to the glasses, and making the drink designs... the experience was so cute and fun!! Ken was a good instructor & Krystal also!! Thank you ^__^ read more

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Selina was so helpful and nice! This was so much fun. I brought my niece here for her birthday and she was so happy

Firstly, thank you to the accommodating staff as I was running about 30 minutes late and they still let my friend and I in with no hassle whatsoever. I let them know over the phone and they were kind to let me know that it was okay as long as I didn't pass a certain time. Secondly, the workers there were incredibly sweet and charming, namely Kenny and Joshie! I did the medium candle package, and helped me create a cocktail-inspired jelly candle. They were so kind when instructing what to do, and they were so fun to chat with. Looking forward to my next visit already read more

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I came across this store which was filled with a lot of eye catching toys and crafts, we decided to make a keychain which was $30 for maybe 20 beads on a wire that connects to your phone. The keychain broke right when we left the store, we went back and they fixed it. The keychain just broke again the next day. I called the store for a refund or at-least store credit, they told me the manager kimmy would give me a call back and she never did. All the crafts are overpriced and very cheap material don't expect anything to last. read more

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Best place ever! I made a purse, a notebook, and a keychain! I even won something from the claw machine! So if you're crafty go to tutu fun since you can also make rugs! read more

My daughter and I went here to make small rugs as a craft. The young lady in the shop that helped us was very friendly and allowed us to practice first on a blank canvas before doing our own pieces. The atmosphere was a little boring with no options for water or fun music. It was actually very light lullaby type music playing in the background. Would've liked to had a little bit more of a hyped up vibe as your crafting, but loved the crafts that we did. The rugs are a little pricey though! read more

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We had such a fun experience at Tutu Fun! The store is super cute and full of creative activities. We made our own DIY hair clip and photo frame, and it was such a blast! Lani was an amazing associate -- so helpful, patient, and friendly. She made sure we had everything we needed and made the whole experience extra special. We definitely will be back to try the rug tufting! Highly recommend stopping by for some creative fun and great service! read more

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We had such a great experience thanks to Vanessa (I think that was her name)! She was incredibly sweet, patient, and helpful during the entire 3 hours we were there. From guiding us through the candle-making process to helping us decorate our art piece, she made everything easy and enjoyable. Vanessa checked in on us regularly, answered all our questions, and offered so much helpful advice. It's clear she really knows her stuff. As first-timers, we were a little nervous going in, but Vanessa made the whole experience fun and totally non-intimidating. We left feeling proud of what we created and excited to come back, especially for rug tufting next time! Highly recommend placing a reservation beforehand since it can get quite busy! read more

My husband and I had the best time on our date night here. We customized our own cake candle and Liam made the experience so fun! He was super patient and attentive. He made our night and our candles came out so cute!! Elly was also so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend doing activities here, huge thank you to Liam for taking care of us! read more

We had a great time making candles! Ken was amazing and so helpful. He had great vibes and was super patient with us; even offered to take our picture with our candles. Love our experience. read more

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Was a fun experience for my daughter but the workers weren't particularly helpful. They didn't really explain anything so we were lost and had to figure out things ourselves. Sarah in particular made the experience unpleasant. First she didn't want to help us sit together after we had already talked to a coworker who said it wouldn't be a problem. Then one worker told me I only had to wait 10-15 minutes for them to use the heat gun to finish my daughter's project but Sarah claimed they were busy with other projects (they weren't) and I would have to wait half an hour. Then she moved one of the pieces as she was curing it and it was crooked. She claimed I must have done it. I didn't want to argue and just accepted it and left. If I had more time more time, I probably would have asked for a manager but I didn't. Wouldn't recommend coming unless you know how to craft on your own. read more

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This was a terrible experience. First of all there was nobody available to help me for my appointment, but a gem working with a few other groups, Krystal, was able to help me get started. She and a few other employees are the only reason this is two stars and not one star. After Krystal got me started, I was able to get the hang of it pretty quickly, she came to check on my group periodically, but I didn't want to bother her too much because she was always pretty swamped. It seemed like they were severely understaffed and each worker had to jump around to so many groups. I'm grateful to the workers that helped me and my friends, but I felt sorry they had to handle so many people. read more

I was very disappointed with the customer service at this store. The staff were rude and impatient, especially with the children. When we asked for help finding materials, we were either ignored or they walked away to assist other customers. Instead of helping us, we had to search for the materials ourselves. Customer service should be respectful and supportive, especially when families and children are involved. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and works on improving the experience for customers. read more

Pretty fun experience! Designed claw clip with my friends. Workers were very friendly and explained instructions well. It was $20 per claw clip so it was a little pricey, but you can choose as many charms as you'd like to fit on there and the frosting color. read more

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Get better staff to teach the rug tufting! No help was provided. If I'm paying over 100$ for a rug, the workers should be able to provide support. read more

Love this place so much that I went twice in three weeks! First time I came with college friends to do the keychain beads. The next time I came with my daughter and we made a tissue box. I love the colorful and cute aesthetic. It was such a joy to do the crafting. I'll probably come back again in the future to do the rugs or the paint pour or candle. Selina helped on both visits and she was a sweetheart and offered lots of tips and helpful advice since we were noobies to crafting. read more

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Someone shared this brand new location on IG so I decided to take my 6 year old here today to check it out. Located next to the candy store, and in-between the Ferris wheel and carousel it's in a good spot at the Irvine Spectrum. We got there almost right after they had opened and we were the only ones there. I told my kiddo she could make a bracelet or keychain and she opted for the bracelet. The salesperson showed us some samples of bracelets and showed us the large selection of beads. There are some that are included in the bracelet price and some that are extra charge. My kiddo picked out a ton of colorful beads and we sat down at a table to get started. They give you a tray to sort and arrange the beads in the way you'd like to thread them. They set up the strings for us and showed us how to get started. Then my kid got bored :/ and I ended up making the bracelet for her lol. I had fun anyway. It seems like a really fun experience, I think 6 is a little young for this place. Maybe in another year. She mentioned she wanted to paint a keychain next time. The bracelet did turn out really cute, and she loved wearing it all day. Prices are a little high for my liking but the store is in Irvine and you're paying for the experience and an item. The employee working was very friendly and helpful. Very clean place. I will definitely be back with my kid when she is a little older to appreciate the experience more. read more

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Had so much fun here with my friend!! We came on a Monday and did the mini rugs. It was a little difficult to work with a small surface area, but Krystal was a great instructor. We originally were between the candles and rugs, but they said the candles had specific class times so we weren't able to switch. I would definitely return to try the candles! read more

We had such a great time at Tutu Fun! The space was really cute and relaxing, perfect for spending an afternoon being creative. We made two medium rugs, and the whole process was easy to follow and fun. Leilani was amazing. She was super friendly, patient, and helped us every step of the way. You can tell she genuinely cares about making sure everyone has a good experience. She checked in often and gave helpful tips. I'd definitely recommend coming here if you want a chill and enjoyable activity with friends or a team. read more

Ken was awesome! Super patient and n helped us bring our visions to life. Highly recommend read more

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Came here with my Girlfriend for a late valentine's date and was not disappointed was impressed with the customer service and how quick it was. Thank you to Ken who had made the night so enjoyable and for keeping us company there was not a dull moment in the conversation. read more