Introduction to Oxford Punch Needle online course
Since I launched Whole Punching, teaching punch needle courses has always been one of my favourite parts of the job. I’ve taken everything I’ve learned from leading workshops face-to-face to develop the videos and detailed written instructions for my new Introduction to Oxford Punch Needle online course.
I’ve tried to provide students with everything I needed as a beginner: a good understanding of the core materials, a firm grasp of techniques and (most importantly) the confidence to create their own projects.
Choose whether to purchase the course alone or there are a limited number of course and materials bundles available.
Online punch needle course
The course will walk you through the fundamentals of punch needle and help you produce your own punch needle project. Students of the course will receive:
20 videos covering all the punch needle skills that you need to get started: nearly 4 hours of craft content that you can work through at your own pace.
Detailed written instructions to accompany the videos.
Membership of a private punch needle Facebook group where you can ask me questions directly (and chat with other crafters in a warm and welcoming environment!)
What is punch needle?
Punch needle is a fibre craft with its traditional purpose for making rugs.
The punch needle was originally invented in the 1880’s to speed up rug hooking. Rather than working from the front with a hook to pull loops up through a backing fabric, the punch needle tool pushes a continuous length of yarn through fabric to form loops on the underneath.
Although traditionally used for making rugs, modern applications of punch needle include cushions, wall hangings and bags. The rhythmic punching is favoured by many for it’s relaxing motion. The perfect craft for textile or yarn lovers, punch needle is a traditional craft for modern makers. It's a very accessible craft and great for beginners as it's quite forgiving.
What do I need to get started with punch needle?
Punch needle requires four core supplies:
- Punch needle tool
- Fabric
- Frame or hoop
- Yarn
If you need additional information on the specific supplies to get started, check out this blog post.
Which should punch needle tool is best?
This all depends on what you'd like to make.
If you want to make small items like coasters, baubles and hoop wall hangings I'd suggest:
- fine Lavor punch needle
If you'd like to make larger items like cushions or rugs I'd suggest a bigger punch needle like either:
- regular Oxford punch needle
- 5.5 mm Lavor punch needle
What is monks cloth?
Monks cloth is a 100% cotton, loose, evenweave fabric which is designed specifically for punch needle and rug hooking.
If you want to hear me wax lyrical about why it is the best fabric for punch needle, check out this blog post.
Need some further help?
Head on over to the full FAQ page where you can find out more about punch needle.
If you want to dive deep into punching like a pro, check out the blog where you'll find punch needle tips, tricks and tutorials.