As angela explains some people are so good at it they can use either side.
Rug hooking vs punch needle.
In punch needle you work from the top side but your finished work is usually consider the back side.
March 14 2019 3 comments.
Punch needle rug hooking basics.
I m from south africa and can t find anything in our country regarding punch needle.
Sometimes called russian punch embroidery needle punch punch needle embroidery or simply punch.
Whatever the moniker the basics are the same.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
It is somewhat of a hybrid craft positioned between traditional rug hooking and embroidery.
Punch needle is a specific type of rug making that utilizes a needle rather than a hook.
Have a nice weekend.
Up until 1881 hooked rugs were made with a rug hook a tool similar to a crochet hook.
I want to make a large punch needle rug for my dining room.
Together amy oxford and deanne fitzpatrick teach you the difference between punch needle rug hooking and traditional rug hooking.