PunchNiques

Needle Punching is an old needle art

from the late 1800’s

also known as Russian Needle Work.

Old cloth tightened in a sewing hoop would then begin

to transform into tiny little rugs by loops of thread.

With a tiny threaded needle tool they would punch the needle into the cloth

to create small loops on the backside of the fabric.

Finished works would then be displayed around their homes to add color.

Today crafters needle punch to create

wonderful little accents to adorn their homes.

They are perfect in frames, attached to wooden boards,

added as accessories on baskets, pins, purses etc.

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If you are learning to needle punch

you will first have to decide which type of needle

you wish to purchase there are tons out there on the market.

Some of my favorites are the Cameo Ultra Punch Needle, and the Super Luxo Russian needle

which is a sturdy metal one with different tips.

Weavers cloth is the fabric of choice for this craft.

It is sturdier and holds the loops taught.

Gatherings: a sturdy embroidery hoop, needle punch tool & threader,

Weavers Cloth, Pattern, Iron On Transfer Pen, Iron, Scissors &

Thread ie: DMC, Pearl Cotton or DMC Medicis 100% Virgin Wool Floss,

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Basic How To’s

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Most any of my Stitchery Patterns & Little Blessing patterns

can be used for needle punching.

Tip: Stamps also make great hooked items as well.

Take a piece of typing paper and trace over the pattern

with the Iron on Transfer Pen.

Turn the traced image over and iron it onto the weavers cloth.

Make sure each section is outlined very good before punching.

If need be go over with a mark be gone pen to make good lines.

Put weavers cloth in hoop and start punching

Start punching with your smallest details first

Pattern should indicate which items get which color.

Once done you can dye your finished project

if you wish for it to be darker and prim.

Instant coffee with a toothbrush work good.

If you are going to frame your needle punch,

make sure you leave a border on all edges to wrap around board for framing.

 

To purchase Twigs Patterns for Needle Punching just go to

Primitive Patterns and choose from any of the stitchery patterns