Punch needle embroidery is experiencing a huge resurgence in popularity, and it is easy to see why with the fluffy texture it produces! I think I first saw it on Instagram and then the next time I visited my Mom, she was working on a vintage Christmas pattern where she used a punch needle to make his beard. I fell down a rabbit hole looking at supplies and patterns when I started working on this list, and then next time I saw her, she gave me my own needle! I haven’t started yet, but when I do, I’ll be buying one of these fun, bright, and modern punch needle kits or punch needle patterns.
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Punch needle embroidery is different in lots of ways from traditional hand embroidery (if you decide you’d rather try that, check out my list of modern hand embroidery kits here!); the needle is hollow, you hold it differently, and there are a ton of different size that produce different effects. I learned a lot reading this great FAQ resource for punch needle questions, the writer designed a wood punch needle that has been very popular instead of the cheap plastic one that is easiest to find.
Creativebug has one modern punch needle class, that covers all the basics from start to finish, taught by @bookhou, that looks cool too! I’d love to hear if you’ve tried this textile craft or other sites I can check out for tips and inspiration. This would have been a perfect experiment back when I was doing my “try something new every month” project! Check out her upcoming book, “Punch Needle: Master the Art of Punch Needling Accessories for You and Your Home” by Arounna Khounnoraj, too!
Pin this list of modern punch needle kits & patterns with this link and photo:
Punch needle kits
Please read carefully to see what all is included in each of the kits, it may vary!
I think these little coasters are so darn cute, with a kit from Punchatelier.
I adore this pink moth coaster, it would be so cute on a wall too! Kit from Lucky Pink Ladybug.
Another pillow option with a more sophisticated aesthetic, with a kit from Olivia Art Craft.
I love cat decor and this rug kit from Tina House Boutique is adorable.
A bright, happy, simple sun design from Punchy Stuff.
Colorful disco ball punch needle pattern from Punchy Stuff.
Punch needle inspiration
I thought I’d share some project inspiration that I’ve come across on Instagram too, click to go to their profile and check out what else they’ve been making!
For some reason Instagram isn’t letting me embed the photos so you’ll have to click through:
- A pretty circular pillow by @bookhou
- A cool little purse by @thopo1975
- An amazing dinosaur pillow shared on @punchneedlegang
- Super cute punch needle patch from @frost_and_smoke
- Cool framed piece from @nani.co.to
- Chic hanging organizer from @rosepearlman
- Modern hoop art from @julie_weaves