CHOOSING A PUNCH NEEDLE!
We have been heavily involved with punch needles for more than 30 years.
If you are wondering which needle is best for you, please let us explain punch needles to you.
Regardless of the brand or name
A punch needle simply punches a stitch
through the back side of 50% cotton/50% polyester fabric, usually weavers cloth
and leaves a loop on the opposite (front, finished)
side of the fabric.
Why do we offer so many needles?
So you know at a glance every needle that is
available to choose from!
NO ONE ELSE OFFERS THIS ADVANTAGE!
To use, the brand or type of needle doesn't vary a lot -
all punch needles thread and work basically the same way.
Those referred to simply as 'punch needles'
on our homepage are the most used needles by traditional punch embroidery enthusiasts and
can be purchased in sets of 3 (or 4) or
individually.
If you have a set of traditional punch needles that includes a small needle,
you can do everything, including Russian Punch.
Some Russian Punch needles are smaller needles for using embroidery floss.
If you choose to use embroidery floss you will need the smaller needle of your
traditional punch needle set, or a set of Russian punch needles.
Or you may want to use spooled
extra-fine "luster" yarn for the same results, and
re-threading only to change colors rather than
re-threading every 2-3 minutes when a short strand of embroidery floss goes
quickly thorough the needle.
Some needles have a more comfortable handle,
or a better polished needle which is easier to work with.
If you will be punching for a period of time
A handle with a larger circumference will help reduce any strain on your
hand when punching. A handle that is a little longer will provide the
same benefit.
If you are past middle age, the needles with small, short handles may be
difficult for you to manage.
Selecting a needle with a longer, larger-circumference handle will suit you
fine.
The medium needle of a Traditional 3-needle set
is the most used punch needle ever invented!
It is used with a single strand of acrylic, luster yarn or ribbon, all of which produces
a breath-taking finished design.
The small needle of a 3-needle set is
the second most used punch needle.
It is used with luster yarn or embroidery floss for Russian Punch or for a wonderful
'extra fine' look to a project.
The large needle of a 3-needle set is
used when you are punching an especially large design,
or when you want to finish quickly. It is
used with 2 strands of yarn at one time.
Extra Small Needles
We have a category of extra small needles on
our homepage. These needles are made to punch with a single
strand of embroidery floss or spooled polyester yarn.
Questions? 1-800-272-1966. We can help!