Punch Needle & Rug Hook

The Oxford Punch Needle was designed for comfort and speed. Its special features include a wide lip to rest your fingers on while pressing down and a " bump" on the handle that gives you something to pull up on, reducing hand strain.

Oxford Punch Needle Features:

• Made in the USA
• Ergonomically Designed for Comfort and Speed
• Maple Handle
• Electro Polished Stainless Steel Needle
• Lifetime Money Back guarantee
• For Use with Yarn, Cut Strips of Wool and Other Fabrics
• Designed by Punch Needle Expert Amy Oxford

Oxford Punch Needles are available with a decorative collector’s box, stitch gauge, and helpful handbook. This 28-page booklet includes illustrations and complete directions telling you everything you need to know to get started such as: material selection, frames, stretching your rug on the frame, using the punch needle, rug hemming, rug care, and other key topics are all discussed.

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The Oxford Company gripper frames are our preferred choice for stretching backing fabric. The most important step for successful punch needle rug hooking is stretching your rug backing REALLY tight on a frame. A general rule of thumb is to stretch the fabric as tight as a drum.

Each frame is quick and simple to stretch your rug backing or pattern onto. When your backing is tight, your punch will glide through it with ease. Easy punching makes the craft more relaxing and reduces hand and wrist strain. Taut backing will also make your loops more even! The Oxford Company's high quality pine frames are sturdy without being heavy. 

Size Selection Guide:

• 10" x 10" - The "Baby Ox," Perfect for small projects like coasters, ornaments, little mats, and wall hangings. Frame does not disassemble for traveling or storage but it’s so compact it fits just about anywhere! 
• 14" x 14" - Super for all kinds of projects – coasters, ornaments, small bags, wall hangings, trivets, and many more. Frame does not disassemble for traveling or storage but will fit easily in most suitcases. 
• 18" x 18" - This is the most popular size. It works well for chair pads and many other projects. Many punchers also use this frame to make larger rugs. Frame does not disassemble for traveling or storage.
• 15" x 26" - This smaller rectangle frame is easier to hold on your lap than the 20" x 30" frame. This fame feels more comfortable for some. Frame disassembles for traveling or storage.
• 20" x 30" - This larger frame is ideal because you can make a nice sized 2' x 3' rug and only have to move it once. (2' x 3' is a very popular rug size and a common size for many commercial patterns.)

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Author: Amy Oxford

The queen of the craft Amy Oxford offers to beginners and advanced crafters alike a one-stop resource! This is the guide you’ll keep at your fingertips while you learn, and throughout your punch needle adventures for years to come. Enjoy Amy’s amazingly effective instruction, tips, inspiration, and in-depth info about every aspect of enjoying punch needle rug hooking. Create her colorful contemporary pomegranate project and gingko project, and learn to skillfully turn your work into long-lasting treasures like wall hangings, chair pads, rugs, cushions, stair runners, and whatever else your imagination can dream up. Enrich your work with fascinating info on things the other books don’t include: the top secrets about the craft that beginners need, and careful step by step photo instructions for doing it right—from choosing your first project’s materials, to creating a lovely result the first time, finishing techniques, mounting, adding complexity, and making your own designs. Enjoy the history of the craft of rug punching, gorgeous photos of works by today’s biggest names, fun interviews with top makers, how to handle the unexpected, and much more.

Author: Stacie Schaat

Discover the primitive craft of punch needle as seen through the eyes of a contemporary artist giving the technique fresh, modern appeal. Yellow Spool's Stacie Schaat shares all you need to know to take a stab in Punched.

With Stacie's guidance you'll learn:

• Simple tools and basic techniques can make a range of trendy home goods.
  
• Step-by-step mini-lessons that take you from beginner to pro in no time.
  
• When to follow the rules and when to break them for knock out results.
  
• How to combine quick, repetitive stitches with composition and color for a modern aesthetic with a dozen must-make projects.
  

Explore the traditional and untraditional methods of punch needle with projects that can be displayed, used, and loved for generations. You're sure to be pleased as Punched.

• Stitches as quickly as if you were drawing a picture.
  
• Simply thrust the needle through the fabric and pull it up, slide the needle ahead and repeat the process.
  
• Includes: embroidery stitching tool, embroidery stitching tool needle refill, embroidery stitching tool needle threader and complete instructions with diagrams.
  

Adorn Your Home with Colorful Florals & Geometric Patterns                                        by Melissa Lowry

With these 20 punch needle projects, crafters of all levels can create stunning pillows, wall hangings and more, for a handmade look with a fraction of the work of traditional embroidery.

Melissa Lowry, author of Handmade Animal Dolls, shows readers how to embellish their home with the trending quick and easy art of punch needle embroidery. Readers can follow Melissa’s gorgeous patterns and simple step-by-step instructions to create one-of-a-kind pieces. With just a punch needle—available at any craft store or online—yarn, and fabric readers can get started right away. Unlike traditional embroidery, knitting and crochet, there are no complicated stitches or special techniques. Slip the yarn into the needle and punch through the fabric to create a textured design. It’s a relaxing, meditative craft, easy to do while chatting with friends or watching a favorite show.

Inspired by Melissa’s Mexican heritage, these patterns reflect the vibrant colors and geometric patterns of traditional textiles, with a modern touch. The book includes full-size templates, so readers can replicate Melissa’s signature designs. Beginners can get that amazing handmade look in a just an hour or two, creating beautiful pillows, hoop art, napkins and placements from scratch. Readers who want to dive deeper into the craft can tackle large-scale rugs and wall-hangings along with more detailed designs. Contemporary, colorful, and truly unique, these projects make it easy to pick up a satisfying hobby and personalize your home.

Size: 8" x 9"                                                                                                                  Pages: 144                                                                                                                  Format: Paperback                                                                              ISBN: 9781645670117

These innovative lapstands are lightweight, portable, easy to assemble and unassemble, and can be used individually! Both hoops feature a no-slip surface. When assembled, the whole system is less than 1" in height, easily slipping into your project tote bag. Great for storage, classroom work or traveling.

The Morgan Lap Stand Combo has a unique tongue and groove no-slip hoop configuration which holds the fabric taut while working on your project. These Lap Stands are designed to elevate the project hoop above the lap, and are collapsible. Each stand is composed of two hoops held together by three supporting rods which space the hoops 4.5 inches apart. Simply invert the Lap Stand to work with either size hoop. Made of Plastic.

Try our premium 100% cotton Monk's cloth backing fabric for your next punch needle or rug hooking project.

• 59-60" overall width 
• Suitable for use with all punch needle sizes
• Woven with a white line every 2 inches to assist with placing patterns and stretching the fabric evenly. 
• Approximately 12 double threads per inch / 12 holes per inch
• Sold as cut yardage in whole yard increments
• Maximum continuous yardage piece is 10 yards 

Try our premium 100% cotton Monk's cloth backing fabric for your next punch needle or rug hooking project.

• 59-60" overall width 
• Suitable for use with all punch needle sizes
• Solid white color
  
• Approximately 12 double threads per inch / 12 holes per inch
• Sold as cut yardage in whole yard increments
• Maximum continuous yardage piece is 10 yards 

The Oxford Punch Needle was designed for comfort and speed. Its special features include a wide lip to rest your fingers on while pressing down and a " bump" on the handle that gives you something to pull up on, reducing hand strain.

Oxford Punch Needle Features:

• Made in the USA
• Ergonomically Designed for Comfort and Speed
• Maple Handle
• Electro Polished Stainless Steel Needle
• Lifetime Money Back guarantee
• For Use with Yarn, Cut Strips of Wool and Other Fabrics
• Designed by Punch Needle Expert Amy Oxford

The Oxford Punch needle in this listing is unboxed and packaged 1 needle per size. This saves you the cost of purchasing a needle with a box for every size in the collection. However, we do recommend purchasing at least one size with its box so that you get the extras that come with the needle in the collector's box. We offer the full line with a decorative collector’s box, stitch gauge, and helpful handbook (sold separately).

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Rectangle Frame 1 -
Height: 13" (33 cm) | Width: 11" (28 cm) | Depth: 0.6" (1.5cm)
Fabric: Monk’s Cloth (100% cotton, specially woven with a double strand of cotton)
Monk’s Cloth is woven with a white line every two inches to help you position your pattern.
Ideal for 3mm & 4mm needle diameter

Rectangle Frame 2 -
Height: 11" (28cm) | Width: 9" (23cm) | Depth: 0.6" (1.5cm)
Fabric: Duck Fabric (100% cotton, it is a tight weave fabric in a neutral color which has a slight fleck to it like small seeds)
Ideal for 2mm needle diameter

Square Frame 1 -
Height: 9.8" (25cm) | Width: 9.8" (25cm) | Depth: 0.6" (1.5cm)
Fabric: Monk’s Cloth (100% cotton, specially woven with a double strand of cotton)
Monk’s Cloth is woven with a white line every two inches to help you position your pattern.
Ideal for 3mm & 4mm needle diameter

Square Frame 2 -
Height: 7.8" (20cm) | Width: 7.8" (20cm) | Depth: 0.6" (1.5cm)
Fabric: Duck Fabric (100% cotton, it is a tight weave fabric in a neutral color which has a slight fleck to it like small seeds)
Ideal for 2mm needle diameter

by Marie Suarez

Punch needle embroidery is similar to rug hooking, and involves punching threads into fabric using a tool to form raised, decorative loops. It is a technique that is easy to grasp in very little time. A traditional technique that came out of the US in the 19th century, punch needle has been revitalized and is appealing to many textile enthusiasts as it's not only simple to pick up but incredibly fun!

With internationally renowned, expert embroiderer Marie Suarez, learn and discover the delights of punch needle embroidery in this gorgeous practical book. Starting with the key materials and equipment you'll need, as well as the basic punch-needle stitches and techniques, go straight into making 20 creative and original projects including flower-adorned pillows, pretty wall hangings and stylish bags!

All the projects are accompanied by beautiful photographs, diagrams to help you work out what to stitch first, and templates for you to trace off for quick-and-easy needle punching.

Size: 10.25" x 8.25"                                                                                                      Pages: 96                                                                                                                    Format: Paperback                                                                                                        ISBN: 9781782219026

From the founders of The Modern Crafter, a resource for punch needle enthusiasts covering the basics and 15 projects of increasing difficulty.

Punch needle is accessible for everyone, including those with no craft experience. Readers will especially appreciate the fact that it's a perfect way to turn a stash of yarn into practical items.

This relaxing craft is presented with clear illustrations, photographs, and step-by-step instructions.
Readers will learn the techniques, which tools to combine with particular yarns, and where to source materials—including great ideas for upcycling materials.
The 15 one-of-a-kind projects include rugs, plant holders, purses and bags, children's toys, pillows, wall hangings, framed art, and more.
Sisters Rachel Lawson and Siobhan Watt combined their talents—Siobhan's professional art and design experience and Rachel's needlework expertise—to create these delightful contemporary designs. 

Size: 8.5in x 10.0in  |  Pages: 128  |  200+ color photos and illustrations
Binding: Paperback / softback
ISBN: 9780764363191

The first guide taking punch needle crafters to intermediate and advanced levels with expertly explained techniques, exciting projects, and inspiring examples by 26 Oxford Certified Instructors.

For punch needle lovers who want to reach the next level of skill and enjoyment with their craft, Amy Oxford, the inventor of the craft's standard tool (the Oxford Punch Needle) and founder of the Oxford Rug Hooking School, provides instructions and artistic inspiration. In these pages, a combination of teaching, examples, and projects give makers a perfect mix for building their skills and for punching up their excitement.

• Teaches next-level skills with designs to punch as you learn, such as
—using novelty yarns with the Seashell Project,
—sculpting with the Sweater Letter,
—shading with Shaded Leaves,
—punching with fabric strips with the Flower Project, and
—two-color beading stitch with the Perfectly Paisley Project.

• Amy welcomes 26 guest instructors throughout who offer examples of their works that highlight the techniques, from shading with handpainted yarn to succeeding with narrative designs.

 • For each technique and project, shows and explains variations (created by different punchers and in different colorways).

 • Gorgeous image galleries of works in a wide range of styles show combinations of the book's techniques and include the artists' comments, tips, and insights.

 • An unusual source of inspiration: photos of the capstone projects that were designed and punched by today's top punch needle artists, as the final step to qualify for their Oxford Teacher Certifications.

“A wonderful follow up . . . Expands the possibilities of punch needle . . . This book is the perfect next step in offering the knowledge and inspiration you need for your next punch needle project.” --Arounna Khounnoraj of Bookhou, author, Visible Mending

“Amy Oxford is a gifted and generous teacher, and together with Louise Kulp, they have created a book that both expresses their passion for punch needle and gives clear easy to follow instructions to people who want to grow their rug hooking skills and become more creative with the art form.” --Deanne Fitzpatrick, www.hookingrugs.com

“This book is like being given a private tour of your favorite designers’ creative dream projects. If you’ve mastered the basics of punch needle and are wondering what else you can do with this delightfully satisfying medium, these unique and thoughtful projects will inspire hours of next-level dreaming and doing . . . clever, colorful projects invite us to further explore the gorgeous possibilities of this fun and practical craft.” --Alicia Paulson, founder, Posie Gets Cozy; author, Embroidery Companion

“Where would we punchers be without Amy Oxford? . . . I am grateful to her for sharing her vast knowledge, and just like in her previous book I am finding there is even more to learn about this craft I so love.” --Sallie Dale, founder, The Urban Acres

Size: 8.5in x 9.88in  |  Pages: 240  |  350 color images
Binding: Hardback
ISBN: 9780764367571

The Earthy kit consists of:
Handsomely Embroidered Earthy Tone Denim Black Case
Wood Toned Punch Needle Handle
4 Needles: 2, 3, 4, 5mm
3 Attachments in Brown Color: 2mm, 3mm, 4mm
Note: 5 mm needle does not need attachment
2 Threaders
Complete Instruction booklet