This is an Introduction to the CTR Punch Needles. I wanted to share with you some of the features of the CTR needles for those that are either new to punching or just new to the CTR needles. I will show you the different needles, how to adjust the punching depth and how to thread […]
Tutorials
Braided Edge on Punch Needle
I have seen braided edges done on hooked rugs, but not on a punched piece. I like the idea of the braided edge on punch needle, so I decided to add a wool braided edge to this stacked sheep punch needle pattern. Here’s a tutorial showing how I did it. Braiding the Strips: Measure the […]
Woodworking Plans for Gripper Frame
Woodworking Plans for Gripper Frame Your foundation fabric must be kept drum tight while punching. This is easiest to accomplish with a gripper strip punch needle frame. My dad, the woodworker, and I designed this frame with a peek-a-boo bottom just for you punchers. (Although it also works great for rug hooking!) I use mine […]
Tea & Coffee Dying Embroidery Floss
After showing you my experiment with dying finished punch needle projects, I thought it might be helpful to also see what using tea and coffee to dye the embroidery floss before punching looks like. I will show you step by step my process for dying embroidery floss and the results from the dye. Before Starting: […]
Which Punch Needle Fits My Hand?
Are you wondering Which Punch Needle Fits My Hand? Holding onto a punch needle and punching for a long period of time can cause your hand stress. This is especially true for someone with arthritis or other joint problems. I have been asked which punch needle works best for someone with arthritis. While I don’t […]
Coffee & Tea Dye Punch Needle Projects
Make your projects look old: coffee & tea dye punch needle! Sometimes, I want a punch needle project to have an antique primitive look. One way to do this is to dip the finished project into a dye bath of coffee or tea. I will show you how to easily do this yourself to make […]
Introduction to the Ultra Punch Needle
This is an Introduction to the Ultra Punch Needle. If you are new to punching or just got an Ultra Punch Needle, you might be wondering how to use the tool. Today, I will show you how to change the needle tip, change the punching depth, and thread the needle. The Ultra Punch needle comes […]
Convert Full Size Bed – Headboard & Footboard to fit a Queen size Mattress
After our oldest child moved out and took her bedroom furniture with her, we decided to replace her bed with a queen size bed. The only problem with that is we prefer antique furniture to new furniture. And, there aren’t queen size antique beds – at least none we could find. So, we attached a […]