The traditional craft for modern makers
Whole Punching is a cosy one stop shop for everything punch needle - from modern beginner punch needle kits and rug yarn to fabric, tools and punch needle workshops.
Whole Punching welcomes beginners, experts and everyone in between to embrace a slower-paced, sustainable lifestyle through contemporary craft, as we provide high quality materials and guidance along the way.
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punch needle kits for spring crafting
What is punch needle?
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.
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Punch needle gripper strip frames
Superior to their carpet tack and canvas stretcher bar counterparts, the punch needle gripper strip frames make stretching your fabric and moving projects a breeze.
Make your own set of punch needle cotton coasters
Freshen up your home for Spring with a new set of cute punch needle coasters on your coffee table. Quick easy way to change up your interior for Spring.
Guide to punch needle fabric
A beginners' guide on the qualities of different punch needle fabrics and the recommended punch needles tools to use with them. Includes thread count, composition and what monks cloth is.
About Whole Punching
Whole Punching was established in Bristol but is now at home in the Lake District. A lover of punch needle, Sara designs and makes a range of beginner friendly punch needle kits as well as teaching punch needle workshops throughout the UK. Making punch needle easy and accessible is at the core of Whole Punching with all punch needle tools, fabric and yarn thoroughly tested and selected for their quality, usability and durability. A small, independent craft business, Whole Punching now counts Sara's partner Doug as a team member.
Oxford punch needles
Whole Punching stocks a range of high quality punch needle materials including Oxford punch needles in both regular and fine. Choose from an unboxed punch needle or a boxed punch needle which comes complete with a stitch gauge and useful punch needle handbook. A premium tool, Oxford punch needles are ergonomically designed by veteran rug hooker Amy Oxford in Vermont.
Wholesale punch needle craft kits
Are you looking for a range of modern punch needle kits, made in the UK, for your online or bricks and mortar store? Whole Punching offers a wide range of complete punch needle kits, all including high quality materials and tools. Kits are packaged in beautiful 100% recyclable, gift ready packaging which look stunning on display.