Step inside Tuftopia , and you’ll find a kaleidoscope of yarns, beads and crafting tools — but beyond the colorful supplies lies a story of perseverance, culture and community.
Opened in October 2024 by co-founders Mingzi Wu and Eva Zhung, Tuftopia is a DIY craft store designed to be more than just a retail space. It’s a community hub where people can create, connect and express themselves through art.
Tuftopia allows walk-ins who would like to work on individual projects or host private parties and group activities for children and adults.
Wu, who grew up in China, first came to the United States at 18-years-old to study at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. After graduating, she went back to China and taught English. Three years ago, she moved Corpus Christi again, drawn back by fond college memories and friends…