PUNCH NEEDLE FOR BEGINNERS | How to get started, tips & UK Based

[@paigejoannaa]

Hey guys! Little update since I filmed this. The fabric you can use is called monkscloth. Punch needle will not work on calico. I’ve left a link in the description to the fabric I got on amazon but if you are searching in the uk try The Village Haberdashery as well for official monkscloth, it’s not cheap but worth it to get good quality (from what I have experienced since making this). Another question I get a lot is how to finish them so that the threads don’t come out or loose. You can use interfacing iron on fabric on your ‘back’ (the side you don’t want to show). As well as this you can just back with felt if it’s for wall art & with a tight punch needle weave (lots of them next to eachother) they shouldn’t come loose because the fabric weave is designed to hold the yarn in place. I hope that helps! :) xxx

[@paigejoannaa]

P.s I’m going to film an updated video soon with more tools, frames & fabrics :) as well as an ebook I will be launching with template designs. Xx

[@sonararobinson1497]

@@paigejoannaa can you use aida instead of this fabric?

[@ChloeLouiseAmber]

I ordered the fabric you linked to and tried to use it but the weave is way too tight to get a needle through and just tears it. It comes up on Amazon as linen, is the correct? Thanks

[@paigejoannaa]

@@ChloeLouiseAmber if you search monks cloth on Amazon this comes up x

[@susanannlangford]

Panama fabric is good to use for Punch embroidery

[@emmaforber8379]

The little tip about holding first thread before getting started has really helped and I’m no longer really frustrated with it all! Thanks

[@amelbenaicha4675]

finaly a video that show the back how it looks thnx

[@debbyturner2760]

As a tip when you start your next project (where the 'right side' is to have the fluffy/looped effect) try working your thread from the other side of your hoop (i.e. so that the top of the 'drum skin' has the non loopy side and the other side, in rather than the other way around) If you are working to a drawn pattern you just need to remember to reverse it because you will be working from the 'wrong side' You will find it much easier, quicker and safer to work with as you gain experience.

[@lavenderrainbow5041]

I agree with you on that! It would drive me nuts to hold the hoop 'upsidedown'.

[@DianaStitching]

Thank you so much for putting this together. I've been looking for a beginner's needlepunch tutorial for ages and this was very detailed and explained everything. Plus, I'm in the UK so that was good too x

[@paigejoannaa]

So glad you found it useful thank you for commenting xx

[@shaeemamalik925]

My loop come out when I insert the needle

[@19gorettaheffernan79]

Brillant very easy to follow can't wait to try thanks and God bless you. .

[@cjstarr3766]

Finally a video that shows what fabric to use and suggestions on yarn!

[@doylethechocolatelab]

Completely new. Watching this video instead of reading the instructions because I am a visual learner and autistic so videos work best for me

[@lucyphillips2822]

Thank goodness I've found you. I was looking for a uk based tutorial. You broke down step by step on the needle and fabric . You're explation on everything else was clear thank you 😁👍

[@paigejoannaa]

Thanks so much x

[@DonnayDowney-re8mo]

Thank you so much for going so slow. I’m doing my first punch needle . You have helped me a lot

[@tassarzakk1021]

Of all the videos I've seen this is the best and easiest to learn thank you

[@krishankalia9990]

This was just so so helpful. I can't thank you enough for making this. You channel is amazing and I am just so happy and glad that I found this because this has helped me a lot! Thank you!

[@paigejoannaa]

Awww thank you so much xxx

[@ashineeabrams9272]

Wow this my first time looking at your video I love it. I am a wheelchair user and I does embroidery stitches but i never try the punch needle .I will practice the punch needle stitch. I just love it ❤

[@bushrakhanam5342]

You. Are a good teacher in 1000 of videos i didn't get that how this tread stay in other side but u explain everything in details thank you. So much god bless you 💐🥰💐🥰💐😘

[@uroojali5003]

The most helpful n best video...I watched lot of videos but no one can really help... thank you ❤️

[@spicysunshine2700]

Thanks for teaching me something new. Lovely tutorial.🌞

[@richardjennings8809]

Thank you, so much easier to understand than most of the other tutorials on KZbin

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you x

[@kimberlycatlin5556]

Agree also I understand now than read stupid instructions on paper which not explain enough

[@mablestark6501]

Just got a needle punch kit for Christmas. This was very helpful! This is much more challenging than I expected!

[@carolynwright6745]

Good morning I did my first punch needle. Thank you so much for your teaching and showing me.

[@anncurley123]

Thanks for this! Ordered a punch starter kit to get through this 3rd lockdown 😅

[@xthrashbaby]

Such a sweet video, really made it make sense for me and lovely to see something UK-centric for finding tools and materials. Thank you 🤍

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you so much

[@arosefortes6507]

Oh so cute! Another craft to give a go on I've always wanted to try! Looks super easy with practice first. I've always liked the look of needle punch, grandmas sofa pillows with a rose along next to a needlepoint pillow. I wanted to try after seeing a set of coasters in needle punch. Thanks for the instructions and tips!

[@KristinFuller990]

Love this! Thank you. This is my 2024 skill I want to learn to add to my portfolio! ❤

[@carriestephen6861]

Can’t wait to start this new hobby you have made it look simple. Will keep me busy when not working. My daughter is gonna draw designs. x

[@paigejoannaa]

Amazing! Have fun learning xxx

[@maddieh3139]

More videos of this please I've bought a kit so I could do with help and I loved your progects

[@davidgaribdass3729]

You are so so so awesome. These tips are so useful. I was worried I wouldn’t get it but thank you so much

[@paigejoannaa]

Yayyy appreciate it thank you xx

[@Trixjen1]

Hi, thank you sooo much for showing the back as you were working it. I was worried I was doing it wrong. I've recently started and couldn't work out the back. I cross stitch normally so trying to get used to holding the material and hoop differently was a bit tricky. I'll definitely be watching your vid a few more times 😂

[@paigejoannaa]

You’ll get used to it with practise :) xxx

[@georgia5277]

This helped me so much- I bought this low quality $5 kit and the instructions were really hard to understand ;-; I saw this and watched it and like- this video helped me so much :DDD

[@brandypearson4810]

I bought one from target and the instructions were wrong and tool didn't work!

[@diannejones2338]

This is excellent tutorial, I bought a kit but could not understand the instructions, your tutorial was so easy to follow, cant wait to start my kit, Thank you so much.

[@paigejoannaa]

Let me know how you get on? :)

[@thumbs.down.]

I got a couple begginer's kits for Christmas and I was having a bit of trouble with it. This video helped a lot, and I felt a bit more confident afterwards. Thank you! 😊

[@Mustafa-dm5co]

Very helpful video for someone who doesn’t know anything about it like myself

[@mariafesallao7779]

I'am so happy I find your channel it's help me a lot as beginner.😊✨

[@paigejoannaa]

Yayy great news

[@dalitamckinney365]

I want more videos from you... you explain so well. Do you have others on here now? So excited. I’m a seamstress I just thought this was new and brilliant. I LOVE the way you stress your starting on your first piece, a bit at a time. Now if I could find my hoops lol. Thank you so much. Definitely want more videos!!!

[@tarnzone1]

Thanks so much for your advice, I have been wanting to do this for a long time now and you have definitely made it easier for me to understand.

[@misbakhan454]

This is what i was looking for.. thank you so much.. you made my future years .. because i really wanted to learn this but could not understand how to handle the thread.

[@orene7594]

This is such an informative and practical tutorial. Excellent video! Thank you!

[@inekespangenberg3985]

Thank you so much for posting this video, Paige. I have never done needle punching and would like to start. After watching your video I think I will definitely give it a try.

[@paigejoannaa]

Amazing so so glad xxx

[@laurareinhart8474]

Thank you for a great tutorial for this beginner!!❤️👏👏👏❤️

[@ZoeBates]

Thank you so much! It was so easy to follow!

[@natefidalgo7625]

Great beginner tips as i am a beginner at punch needle/needlepoint. And all my stitches when i punched down would slowly pulled out as i went. I was thinking i needed a different size needle punch tool because i was working with embroidery floss more then what you had in this video yarn. However i realized after i held the floss in the back as i punched the stitches are going well. It really is key to have a finger holding previous stitch in the back when punching down on new stitches.

[@barbaramorrison7213]

Hello! I definitely want more videos from you! Your voice is so easy follow. Your instructions are great! Thank you. Hope you have a more advanced tutorial soon.

[@elliewalsh396]

This is so helpful thank you, can't wait to start now!!

[@gloriaharris4824]

Really enjoyed the tutorial I bought my kit from the internet last Christmas it looked so complicated I didn't try it, now I am determined to have a go. Thank you.

[@barbaraduvall787]

Do u have to use the frame i am making a peter rabbit quilt and need to embroidery on flower thats y i bought neddle punch but finding it difficult

[@paigejoannaa]

Thanks so much for watching! Happy making xxx

[@paigejoannaa]

Barbara Duvall hey Barbara, yes you need a frame or hoop of some kind to keep the fabric tight xx

[@deborahelliott3376]

Smashing instructional video thanks 👍🤓👍

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you x

[@JenniferSmilesNow]

I just started on my first project. I’m excited to have smooth stitches soon… with practice. Waiting for a black yarn to finish and then look forward to cutting the top to make my flowers have different petals :-) great video- thank you

[@ke707]

Just subscribed to your channel, I'm going to start doing this, love this thank you 😊 xx

[@carolinarivero1407]

Thank you for the detailed explanation on how to properly start a punch needle project, I was ready to give up until I saw this :)

[@connienuchols3727]

Hey me and my granddaughter just found your channel since she wanted a needle punch and we didn't know how thank you

[@paigejoannaa]

Yayy thank you for watching xx

[@courtneyc5280]

Extremely helpful explanation, thank you!

[@DiGoCrochet]

Hello! I'm new to your channel and to needle punch embroidery!! I just received my kit today and this is the first Tutorial I came across that I liked!!! Thank you for sharing this with us!! 🥰🌈🦋

[@paigejoannaa]

Amazing! Enjoy :)

[@carolgctom]

Thank you for the video as well! One of the best I’ve seen!! I’m subscribed!! 😃

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you xx

[@rosemarymacphee6646]

Wow, finally someone who can teach.

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you x

[@balla6010]

Would be good to see a baby, toddler book done with this technique , not sure I have the patience. Thank you a good demonstration.

[@beewonder4188]

Thank you for this! I really appreciate your clear instructions and explanations. What wonderful knowledge and insight to share with the world :)

[@dreahatch7299]

I should have watched this before I started with the kit I got at the craft store. LOL. Oh well. Thanks for making this. Super helpful!

[@sueallen952]

Just a few tips as been doing it for years, you CAN use calico thats all I use, dont leave such a long tail you only need about an inch. You dont need thick wool you can use embroidary cotton comes out eautifully

[@natefidalgo7625]

Also another problem arose that you may not get with bigger yarn punch tools as with embroidery floss i am realizing because the stitches are so small and together i usually prick my holding finger when i punch. This suck as it kind of hurts so i am wondering if there is a thimble or some other tool i am forgetting to use to clear up this pain. However coming across your video definitely clears up having stitches hold now. Maybe you only focus on larger yarn based needle point and dont have this issue but if you try it on small mesh things with tiny thread/embroidery floss you can poke yourself alot on that sharp needle point end of the punch tool. Anyway great tips

[@pviewer1234]

Thank you! Great instruction.🙂

[@chelmylove]

This is so helpful and entertaining tho i cant work with needles alone this is still a good idea for a fam project

[@leadbsc]

Great tutorial, thank you.

[@amygathercole4078]

Thanks for a great video and help with how this magic works :) supplies soon.

[@paigejoannaa]

Amy Gathercole no problem at all 😊

[@annettet329]

Thank you for your video! Your explanations were very thorough!

[@paigejoannaa]

Thanks so much x

[@mimibutler119]

Great stuff, nice to have a get to the point tutorial.. good tips too

[@witness4Him]

Really great tutorial. Thanks x

[@user-xz3dn2nt5n]

THIS IS SO FUN. CAN'T WAIT TO TRY. THANK YOU :-D

[@louiselill1528]

Thank you you made it look so easy

[@sherryturner2959]

What did you do with that bit of thread you pulled through on the front with your first jab? It was still there about 12 stitches not the work but then was gone without an explanation. Thanks for a superb video.

[@katuszikimmo]

Thank you Joanna, I bought today a punch pen, you explained very well how to use it :) !

[@eileensnyder7356]

Hello Paige, I would like more videos on needle punch embroidery. I received a ver small needle punch from my mother before she passed away. I believe it is to be used with fine fabric and embroidery floss. I am starting a project of making miniatures and thought it would be really good for fine work. Do you have any videos for this and/or can you recommend another you tuber that has tutorials for this fine work? Thank you for all that you do.

[@anjalianand6253]

Thanks for tutorials. Happy New Year!

[@AdobeRose1]

SO HAPPY TO FIND YOU. I have worried about the promoted 'monks cloth' since A) I'm a beginner and don't want to waste a lot of money if I don't enjoy the craft B) regardless of skill, it is soooo expensive to buy online now as you must buy at least 2 yards per purchase. I didn't know the difference between m.cloth and linen or if mc is the only thing to use. You give me hope!

[@paigejoannaa]

Soooo glad it helped! I’m still experimenting with fabrics as well so I know the feeling having to spend out without knowing! Xxx

[@jesswaugh4766]

Thank you for this video - super informative and appreciate the level of detail you've gone into. Got my kit today so will definitely be referring back to this!

[@paigejoannaa]

Amazing thank you xx

[@laightnightknits4358]

This was a great video. Really informative! Thank you ☺

[@AmelZubeidy]

Very very very helpful. Thanks 😊

[@jentextiles]

Great to see needlepunch. I have found that the RICO punch needles are much easier than the one you demo Then I progressed to the Oxford 10 for Aran wt and have sent for 14 for finer yarn . In U.K. Supplier I use are The Modern Maker. Trying out their recommended linen next Thanks x

[@paigejoannaa]

Fabulous! I really want to try our new needles as well xxx

[@MomAsol]

This is so cute little cloud loved this tutorial very helpful

[@joanaperes4181]

This was so helpful! Thank you 💖

[@KrisAshMommy]

Thank you this informative video. Has helped a lot

[@JocelynneFlor]

This is soooo helpful, thank you!

[@paigejoannaa]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nanateali4170]

Thanks dear, that was very helpful video, i have the exact ket, I have made some work but with the help of your video, am going to do some beautiful work llike us dear. 🌹

[@susybaumgart3156]

This is the first punch needle embroidery tutorial that really helps me!! Thanks. Other people just punch in and don’t show you how to hold the thread from Behind, duh! 🙄 how r we supposed to know?

[@Emma_Galbraith]

Lovely video very informative! Beautiful colours and textures. Thanks

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you.. Also in response to your previous comment (i did see before editing) what do you mean about expecting more views? I don't understand?

[@Emma_Galbraith]

@@paigejoannaa I just mean you should be getting more as your content is great. I realised when I re-read it that it didnt make sense and sounded rude (on a 2hr young video!). Not trolling so quickly edited when looked. Keep up the hard work, new sub!

[@paigejoannaa]

@@Emma_Galbraith Hehe okay I understand now! Yeah the video only went up a few hours ago and crafts are quite niche so they either pick up and do really well or they get on average 200-2,000 views :) Hope that helps! Thank you for checking it out and my channel. xx

[@Emma_Galbraith]

@@paigejoannaa Well I'm a fan of that niche! Thanks so much for replying :) it's a lot of work putting together these tutorials! I cant wait for some more Cricut vids too! X

[@anastasicamarieco.1251]

So useful! Thank you

[@elyseyful]

Hi! My daughter and I love this thank you! Curious about the needle size used for the specific fabric you've posted. We have a kit that doesn't include the needle but we used the needle from another kit and since the fabrics are different it just ruined the fabric because it was the wrong size needle. Can you please share more specifics on the needle you use with the fabric you listed that is sold on Amazon? Thank you!

[@NNNN-zq2kj]

So helpful! Thank you so much!!

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you xxx

[@NNNN-zq2kj]

Paige Joanna hello! Im back! ^^ i wanna asking, is this punch needle washable? I mean when we wash it, is the thread not coming out?

[@mommabadcrumble7893]

This is so helpful, thank you very much

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you x

[@garyackland3544]

Very helpful.

[@patriciajones1282]

Very cute thank you for sharing.

[@Applefablestudio]

Thank you for this tip! I've been trying to find advice on how to keep the loops to stay in the fabric, I'm a beginner, thought my needle was too big for the cloth even tho it's a thinner needle.

[@mamacito1795]

Anyone into needlecraft who could suggest another simplistic but enjoyable craft. This doesn't seem too difficult but its for a stroke patient who also has dementia and I wonder if they may struggle threading the needle. They always loved crafts so really want to encourage them to continue

[@marlenepohl2488]

Thanks!

[@jld2075]

Paige, your video is wonderful. I tried needle punch years ago but I became frustrated by not having a great tutorial “how to” video available. Your calm voice and detailed instructions are very good. Thank you and I will give it another go.

[@paigejoannaa]

That's so kind to hear, so glad you liked the video! Thank you x

[@abbie1843]

Hi would you be able to use embroidery thread instead of wool to get finer details? I'm new to this style of embroidery haha

[@carolineallen5283]

Thank you for this explanation on how to get started. My smallest needle does not have a hole in it, is that right?

[@paigejoannaa]

I’m not sure sadly but I think it needs the hole at the top x

[@simonleaf2765]

So helpful - thank you!

[@DaniDimes]

Do you do one color at a time? How do you change color of thread? Thinking of trying this. I used to latch hook and diamond paint now. I wanted to try this back when I did latch hook but seemed more complex for hand coordination challenges. I tried hand looming and S loom too challenging too. Maybe this will be easier if I can get the threading down

[@FreyaCatherineMusic]

Hi! I'm hoping to take up punch needling since I spin my own wool and have run out of people to knit/crochet scarves for :') I spin quite thick so tend to have quite chunky wool after plying, is the monkscloth still suitable for punch needling with thicker needles and wools, or are there types of fabric that are good for thicker wool and needles?

[@arcticfox7153]

I’m a brand new newbie! Even your tool is much more intricate! My tool has no gauge , just a hole! And no wool here, using DMC thread 🧵! 😂😂😂. You’re advanced in my case!

[@paigejoannaa]

Hey, not sure why tool you’re using but keep practicing:)

[@KrisAshMommy]

Use pliers to tighten the hoop. It may help 😊

[@becksey2004]

So happy to find this video!!! :D

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you xxx

[@juliegayson7947]

Thank you. Think I nee to practice practice practice. Xxxx yours is beautiful

[@rebeccabeltran9510]

Thank you so much for this very helpful video! I was able to do it only because of this. I cannot find your amazon link for the fabric and supplies?

[@paigejoannaa]

Thank you! I don’t have an affiliate link if that’s what you mean? I should have linked them in the description box so will double check xx

[@rebeccabeltran9510]

@@paigejoannaa I mean, where do you get your supplies?

[@lavenderrainbow5041]

@@rebeccabeltran9510 She mentioned in the video where she got her needle punch & fabric. You can check Amazon & eBay - watch your prices tho - it can range in price :)