The Oxford Company

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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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).

In accordance with our stockist agreement, Oxford products are not eligible for Free Shipping. Thank you for supporting this shop small product. Photo credit The Oxford Company.

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.

In accordance with our stockist agreement, Oxford products are not eligible for Free Shipping. Thank you for supporting this shop small product. Photo credit The Oxford Company.