The traditional craft for modern makers
Whole Punching is a cosy one stop shop for everything punch needle - from modern beginner punch needle kits and wool rug yarn to monks cloth, gripper frames and tools.
Embrace a slower-paced, sustainable lifestyle through contemporary craft. Quality materials and guidance all supplied with a friendly service, by Sara and Mia, in Coventry.
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Bestselling kit
A beautiful fern which will last forever; green fingers not required. Gift for nature lovers and slow makers alike.
The perfect kit for the punch needle beginner.
All you need to get started with punch needle
What is punch needle?
Not sure what punch needle is?
A punch needle is a craft tool invented in the 1880’s to speed up rug hooking. Although traditionally used for making rugs, modern uses include cushions, wall hangings and bags. The rhythmic punching is favoured by many for it’s relaxing motion. It's the perfect craft for textile or yarn lovers.
Online punch needle course
Get started right away with the Introduction to Oxford Punch Needle online course!
I’ve taken everything I’ve learned from leading workshops face-to-face to develop the videos and detailed written instructions for my new course.
It will give you a good understanding of the core materials and a firm grasp of techniques: everything you need to design and complete a punch needle project with real confidence.
Punch needle tips and tutorials
What is punch needle?
At its simplest, punch needle is a yarn based textile craft where a hollow tool pushes yarn or thread through a woven fabric to create loops on the other side. Punch needle works using a continuous thread to form loop stitches on one side, which can be short and neat or tall and plush depending on the tool and yarn you choose.
January, fresh starts and making punch needle feel easier than last time
Punch needle is a craft that welcomes all kinds of makers. Whether you’ve tried before and felt stuck, or you’re curious and a little cautious, this year could be the one where you enjoy it not just attempt it.
The Whole Punching Christmas Gift Guide: Gifts that spark creativity, comfort and calm
A gift that speaks comfort, rest and a little luxury. I can vouch that these pyjamas are a delight to wear. As a new parent I often feel like I've been dragged through a hedge backwards, but when wearing my TBCo pyjamas feel a little bit more put together.
Want to make your own rugs?
You'll need a frame that's strong enough for the job.
Gripper frames are a gamechanger. From small hardwearing trivets to heirloom rugs, you can make them all on this frame.
Pre-order yours now and you'll be punching like a pro in no time.
About Whole Punching
Coventry based, cosy one-stop shop for all things punch needle. Sara designs beginner friendly punch needle kits and stocks a wide range of punch needle tools, fabric and yarn. She also loves teaching punch needle workshops throughout the UK. A small, independent craft business, female owned and (often) family run.
A nicely thought out, well designed, simple to use punch needle that works perfectly with all embroidery threads to medium thickness yarns. A pleasure to use! Thoroughly recommended!
Totally recommend the gripper frame. It holds the fabric super tight compared to an embroidery hoop. Like it so much I ordered the other size! Great company to deal with, Sara is so knowledgeable.
The range of colours and the quality of the wool is brilliant, you have such a good varied shade range that covers everything you would need and they are very natural looking colours too.The 100g size is perfect for the larger work, you know that you wont run out!