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 wool rug yarn to monks cloth, gripper frames and tools.
Embrace a slower-paced, sustainable lifestyle through contemporary craft. Quality materials and guidance all supplied with a friendly service, by Sara and Mia, in Coventry.
All you need to get started with punch needle
What is punch needle?
Not sure what punch needle is?
A punch needle is a craft tool invented in the 1880’s to speed up rug hooking. Although traditionally used for making rugs, modern uses include cushions, wall hangings and bags. The rhythmic punching is favoured by many for it’s relaxing motion. It's the perfect craft for textile or yarn lovers.
Whole Punching favourites
Online punch needle course
Get started right away with the Introduction to Oxford Punch Needle online course!
I’ve taken everything I’ve learned from leading workshops face-to-face to develop the videos and detailed written instructions for my new course.
It will give you a good understanding of the core materials and a firm grasp of techniques: everything you need to design and complete a punch needle project with real confidence.
Punch needle tips and tutorials
What can I use instead of monks cloth for punch needle?
Curious what to use instead of monks cloth for punch needle? In this blog, we share the best fabric alternatives, from linen to weavers cloth, with tips on when and how to use them. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to experiment, this guide will help you choose the right foundation for your next punch needle project.
10 top tips to get started with punch needle this autumn
As the nights begin to draw in and autumn makes itself known, I always find myself reaching for slow, grounding projects. There’s something comforting about cosy evenings, a cup of tea, and yarn in your hands. Punch needle is a wonderful craft to begin at this time of year—it’s rhythmic, creative, and leaves you with pieces that feel right at home in the colder months.
Six things you can make with a punch needle - along with my top tips!
One of the things I love most about punch needle is that you can make a range of things that are both beautiful and practical. Coasters, cushions, rugs – our house is full of punch needle items that I’ve made at different stages of my life. They still look great and are full of memories.
Want to make your own rugs?
You'll need a frame that's strong enough for the job.
Gripper frames are a gamechanger. From small hardwearing trivets to heirloom rugs, you can make them all on this frame.
Pre-order yours now and you'll be punching like a pro in no time.
About Whole Punching
Coventry based, cosy one-stop shop for all things punch needle. Sara designs beginner friendly punch needle kits and stocks a wide range of punch needle tools, fabric and yarn. She also loves teaching punch needle workshops throughout the UK. A small, independent craft business, female owned and (often) family run.
A nicely thought out, well designed, simple to use punch needle that works perfectly with all embroidery threads to medium thickness yarns. A pleasure to use! Thoroughly recommended!
Totally recommend the gripper frame. It holds the fabric super tight compared to an embroidery hoop. Like it so much I ordered the other size! Great company to deal with, Sara is so knowledgeable.
The range of colours and the quality of the wool is brilliant, you have such a good varied shade range that covers everything you would need and they are very natural looking colours too.The 100g size is perfect for the larger work, you know that you wont run out!