Matching edges on a punch needle project

Matching edges on a punch needle project

The majority of my rug hooking projects use 100% wool black yarn for the edges. The edge is a great way to bring out features of the piece itself. I've been learning punch needle, and have found that rather than keep the hoop plain on the finished piece, I've taken to matching the yarn to the project.

First, tighten the backing in the hoop, and then cut off the backing as close to the hoop edge. I used grip edge embroidery hoops to ensure that the backing stays in place (found here). If the hoop isn't tight there's a chance the backing will fall out before it's been whipped and the piece would be difficult to save.

Using the same or a similar color to the yarn in the project. whip the edge by going around the hoop, getting as close to the punched piece as possible.

This technique involves switching the yarn color often, so when a color switch is needed, tuck the yarn into the whipped edge and switch colors.
By using the same colors on the edge as I did in the piece, the hearts became a little wonky... I think next time I will use one or two colors on the edge, but not try to match the pattern exactly (or not with hearts anyway).
This edging works for whichever way you wish to display the piece (punched side or opposite side) as long as care is taken to bring the whipped edge all the way to the punched piece.




Also in Learn

Which side is the right side for punch needle?
Which side is the right side for punch needle?

Which side is the correct side for punch needle projects?

Continue Reading

Color fading in your fiber art projects
Color fading in your fiber art projects

Color fading in fiber art pieces

Continue Reading

Using AI to Assist in Rug Hooking and Punch Needle Design
Using AI to Assist in Rug Hooking and Punch Needle Design

How Artificial Intelligence (AI) image generation software can help in the design of fiber art projects including rug hooking, punch needle and wool applique.

Continue Reading