Punchneedle The Complete Guide

The Essential Punchneedle Resource! &break;&break;Punchneedle embroidery is a beautiful, timeless needle art technique with limitless possibilities. Punchneedle The Complete Guide lets you explore all those possibilities with how-to information on everything you need to know about this amazing embroidery, including: &break;&break;An overview of all the materials and tools needed for creating punchneedle embroidery &break;&break;Embroidery on more than 20 different types of fabric including silk, wool and velvet &break;&break;Working with different types of threads from cotton to silk to novelty and metallic &break;&break;Creating special effects such as shading, clipping and sculpting, as well as positive and negative stitching &break;&break;Combining punchneedle embroidery with other sewing and needle crafts such as quilting, reverse applique and cross stitch &break;&break;Nine punchneedle embroidery projects on a variety of surfaces, including a photos album cover, napkins and Christmas ornaments &break;&break;Troubleshooting with quick solutions to the most common punchneedle embroidery problems &break;&break;Whether you are just getting started or have been working with punchneedle embroidery for years, Punchneedle The Complete Guide is sure to become your essential reference guide.

A craft richly steeped in history and tradition, punch needle is changing the global craft landscape so quickly, it’s hard to miss. While many crafts take a whole lot of time and effort to master, you can pick up a punch needle and complete a project in less than an hour, with no prior skill needed. It requires just one easy-to-use tool, a background fabric, an embroidery hoop or frame, and yarn. Punched pieces make excellent wall hangings, pillows, ornaments, stool covers, chair cushions, purses/pouches, baby play mats, and much more! If you can imagine it – you can do it. Simple and easy, punch needle is an approach to creating personal and home décor projects that just require you know how to hold a pen. It’s like paint by number…with yarn!

With just a few affordable tools, materials, and Beginner’s Guide to Punch Needle Projects, anyone can learn and enjoy the art of punch needle. Featuring 26 step-by-step colorful and fun projects for unique home décor, pillows, gift tags, toys, and more, this book will show you all of the essential techniques as you create a collection of playful punch needle masterpieces!

The Essential Punchneedle Resource! Punchneedle embroidery is a beautiful, timeless needle art technique with limitless possibilities. Punchneedle The Complete Guide lets you explore all those possibilities with how-to information on everything you need to know about this amazing embroidery, including: • An overview of all the materials and tools needed for creating punchneedle embroidery • Embroidery on more than 20 different types of fabric including silk, wool and velvet • Working with different types of threads from cotton to silk to novelty and metallic • Creating special effects such as shading, clipping and sculpting, as well as positive and negative stitching • Combining punchneedle embroidery with other sewing and needle crafts such as quilting, reverse applique and cross stitch • Nine punchneedle embroidery projects on a variety of surfaces, including a photos album cover, napkins and Christmas ornaments • Troubleshooting with quick solutions to the most common punchneedle embroidery problems Whether you are just getting started or have been working with punchneedle embroidery for years, Punchneedle The Complete Guide is sure to become your essential reference guide.

Join the fun and start crafting with punch needle! Curious crafters looking for a fun, new hobby look no further! Punch needle artist and instructor Andie Solar provides the perfect introduction with 13 colorful and well-designed projects organized from beginner to advanced and is kid-friendly too. Each project includes step-by-step instructions, full-color pattern, and tips to help you along the way. This comprehensive guide contains information about the various punch needles, which yarn is best for the medium, and how to work with hoop and wooden frames. Join the fun and make punch needle your next charming craft! Includes 13 fun and colorful projects with comprehensive step-by-step instructions Perfect for absolute beginners and the projects are kid-friendly Designs and instructions by well-regarded punch needle expert Andie Solar

Complete guide to the old Russian folk style of punchneedle embroidery contains simple instructions, easy-to-follow diagrams, and 28 delightful iron-on transfer patterns of flowers, birds, butterflies, leaves, and more. Needleworkers can decorate purses, belts, and other clothes as well as home furnishings such as pillows, wall hangings, table cloths, napkins, and more.

Discover a fresh take on a traditional craft in this ultimate introduction to the art of punch needling. Giving this forgotten craft a modern twist is author Arounna Khounnoraj (aka Bookhou). One of Canada's most sought after mentors and creatives, she has caused a social media storm with her beautiful images and videos featuring her modern interpretation of this craft. In Punch Needle Workshop she shows you how to create your own floral and abstract designs, teaches the basic stitches and guides you in mastering punch needling through a stylish collection of 20 homeware and accessory projects. It won't take long to ace, as this is one of the most straightforward crafts to pick up – all you need is your hands, a ball of yarn, some fabric, and a punch needle. Discover how to create stunning cushions, wall art, bags, a blanket and an impressive rug with the help of illustrated step-by-steps, pattern charts and inspirational project photography. Each piece highlights Arounna's beautiful botanical and abstract pattern work, sense of color and combination of stitches, which bring this age-old technique bang up to date. Arounna also shows you how to develop and translate your own designs into beautiful pieces to feature around your home. So once you have mastered the basics, you can begin to design your own creations... the possibilities are endless.

An artist’s guide to the craft, beauty, and utility of punch needle rug hooking. Discover the simple art of rug hooking with this colorful guide that includes both instructions for beginners and innovative ideas for those wanting to go further. Rose Pearlman’s abstract designs use modern color, composition, and texture to bring this traditional fiber art to life. The 22 projects featured here start small and simple as you get used to the process and move on to a range of unique objects—for kids, to wear, for the home, and utilizing alternative materials. From purses, crib pockets, slide shoes, and rugs to wall art made from recycled plastic bags, this beautifully photographed book showcases punch needle rug hooking as an incredibly versatile—and stylish—craft.