Punch needle is very easy to do and once you pick up the rhythm, it works up quite quickly. I used my Valdani 12 wt threads and am thrilled with the results.
The beauty about using the Valdani threads for punch needle is that you can use them directly from the pre-wound ball without having to continually stop to cut lengths of thread or floss and rethread the needle which for me is a pain in the you-know-what. In addition, the variegated threads provide a natural shading and highlighting which adds natural depth and dimension.
I still have a few of my signature sets of Valdani threads avail for purchase on my Etsy site HERE at a great price. They are the same threads that I use for all my wool applique as well!
EDIT: I have sold out of my signature sets of Valdani threads...AGAIN!
If you would like to reserve one, please email me by clicking on the "postcard" button on the right sidebar of my blog. I will contact you as soon as they are back in stock.
As soon as I get my project finished, I'll be posting a tutorial here which will include my sheep design for those who would like to give it a try.
In the meantime...
Happy stitching!
18 comments:
Your design is beautiful!
Thank you for the inspiration.
Beautiful! Never dit needle punch but would love to learn!
groetjes
Francisca
I tried needle punch a hundred years ago (maybe) and didn't do well. I'm guessing the tools have improved since then--not sure I have. This is so cute! I love the effect the variegated threads create!
Your little guy is adorable! Looking forward to seeing what you do with it!
Your a natural--for a first piece this is a great finish.
Looking forward to the tutorial post, it looks like fun and just love the pattern. Thanks Kaaren .
Your design is beyond cute. You are sooooo inspirational.
Thanks
Love it. Can't wait to see the finished project and the tutorial.
Hi Kaaren,
Love your sheep. Can't wait for your tutorial
Dianne
Your design is lovely. Looking forward to your tutorial. Thank you!
That is really pretty! My grandmother used to make beautiful wool latch hook rugs. I've never attempted anything of that sort, but you never know. ;)
Lovely design. Looking forward to the tutorial.
a lovely sheep, how I love perle thread
This is so cute, love the little sheep. Great idea to use it for another project.
Greegings,
Sylvia
Un treball molt bonic. La ovella es molt graciosa.
petons des de Catalunya
I also tried this a whole lot of years ago but I recall having problems with it unravelling. How do you finish the back and the loose threads.
¡¡Precioso!!.
un saludo.
Another lovely piece from you Kaaren!
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