How to Punch Needle for Beginners

Name: How to Punch Needle for Beginners
Rating: 4.1 (28 reviews)

Learn how to use thread and use a punch needle.

Created byChristie Daugherty

Last updated 4/2018

English

What you'll learn

Basic steps of Punch Needling.
Learn how to thread a punch needle.
Tips and Tricks
Best Punching Supplies

Course content

1 section • 13 lectures • 55m total length

Introduction2:08
This video will give you a sneak peek of what you will learn in class. Come join the fun! :)
Newbie students Learning Punching0:36
Master the basics of punch needle with step-by-step guidance for beginners, helping newbie students learn punching techniques.
Things you'll want to know before starting3:57
In this lecture, I hope to inspire you! Imagine what you can make for yourself or to give as gifts. Be sure to open the PDF to see a list of the supplies I use.
How to prep your Monks cloth3:15
Learn how to prep monk's cloth for punch needle by preventing edge fraying with zigzag stitching or a tape method, and choose yarn-friendly fabrics for Oxford punch needle projects.
My Supply Box6:15
In this video I will share with you some of my favorite supplies. It's not necessary for you to own all of these supplies. I'm just giving you information so you can decide if they are something you'd like to have.
How to trace your pattern2:44
Trace your punch needle pattern using a light box, print on two pages, tape them together, flip so words aren’t backwards, and trace with a sharpie on fabric.
How to punch using an Oxford Punch needle5:07
Learn to thread the Oxford punch needle, insert and punch stitches, adjust spacing for different fabrics, switch colors, and trim the yarn to finish a project.
Coffee, Conversations and Punching17:40
My complementary custom patterns for taking the class.0:04
The following patterns are free for you to use, however, they are copyrighted. So please only use them for your use. They are not to be distributed or posted on any website or social media. You may post your completed item(s) but please give credit to me, the designer.
How to make Chunky Drink Coasters1:38
Design chunky drink coasters by planning patterns in Procreate, tracing onto Monk's cloth, and stretching fabric tight, then punch yarns for a free, mixed-pattern look; consider DMC on weavers cloth.
How to Finish your Coasters5:13
How to punch with the Ultra Punch needle and DMC floss5:52
Learn to punch with the ultra punch needle and DMC floss, design on iPad with a light board, thread six strands, and finish by steaming for display.
Bare Feet, Social Media and Reviews1:30
Conclude the beginner punch needle course by inviting learner feedback and questions, and encouraging comments on social media, while highlighting the comfortable bare feet approach and happy punching.

Requirements

Desire to learn
Punch Needle
Yarn or DMC Floss
Embroidery Hoop
weavers cloth or monks cloth

Description

I think it's fascinating that you can take a regular ball of yarn and turn it into a work of art. In this class, I'll show you how to punch needle using different needles and fibers. I'll also share what you can do with your finished punch needle artwork. So, what are you waiting for? Let's get punching!

Who this course is for:

Anyone interested in learning the craft of Punch Needling.