Punch needle embroidery
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Plastic no slip embroidery hoop works well too. The main thing you’ll want out of this frame is something that will evenly grip the fabric and doesn’t slip. You’ll want tension on the fabric you use to punch needle, so you’ll want to get some sort of frame or hoop to do this. In summary, use a fabric that has a tight enough weave to hold the stitches in place, but not too tight to where you’re having to force the needle through and tear the fabric. North Shore Crafts has a really informative post all about the different fabrics and what to look for. I finally found the RIGHT monks cloth here. I would definitely advise against buying from Amazon or going to Joann Fabrics and instead buy the monks cloth through an actual rug hooking or needlecraft store! Initially, I bought some monks cloth off of Amazon, but the holes / weave of the fabric was too loose. I personally have only used monks cloth, and I had a really hard time finding the right kind when I first started learning.
#Punch needle embroidery trial#
This process was a bit of trial and error for me. You may have to test out a fabric with whatever punch needle and fibers you are using to make sure it works okay. Linen, monks cloth, and burlap are all fabrics you can use. There are a couple different fabrics that work well. If you want to learn even more, check out this post about yarn lingo and sizing. When it comes down to it, I like to experiment with different weights and types of yarn to get a feel for what weight looks best with whatever size needle I’d like to use. Wool and acrylic yarns are both fine to use.
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For thicker needles, you can use heavier/chunkier yarns. For finer needles, you can use thinner or finer yarns and embroidery floss. You can use a wide variety of different fibers for punch needle. The larger the number, the shorter the needle length/ pile will be.įor the tutorials below, I’m using a #9 regular needle. The smaller the number, the longer the needle length / pile will be. The needle length determines how high the loops or pile will be. Oxford punch needles come in “fine” and “regular” needle widths. Finer needles use more delicate yarn or embroidery floss. Heavier yarn will give you a “chunkier” look to your work. The wider the needle is, the heavier the yarn you can use. The needle size is determined by the needle length and the needle width. Sizing can vary across products, but here are some general rules of thumb.
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You can buy the Oxford Punch on Etsy Needle Sizes This needle doesn’t require a threading wire like some of the plastic tools need, so it seems to be a bit simpler to thread. These come in different sizes, but the needles are not interchangeable, so you’ll have to buy each size you want to use. This tool is a little on the pricier side, but it’s totally worth it in my opinion because it’s made of high quality wood and metal and it’s easy to hold and use. Then there is the Oxford Punch Needle, which I personally use. I haven’t personally used the plastic ones, so I can’t recommend any particular one. Different sizes are nice if you’re working with a variety of different weights of yarn. They are usually plastic and come with a variety of needle sizes. You can purchase punch needle tools at most craft stores. There are a few different types and sizes of punch needle tools out there.