Join Our Punch Needle Embroidery Workshop
Your tutor, Sarah Francis, is looking forward to welcoming you and sharing her love of relaxing, tactile textile crafts … including the joy of “colouring in with yarn” using punch needle embroidery.
What You’ll Do
- Learn how punch needle embroidery works and why it’s such a soothing craft
- Choose your materials and equipment with Sarah’s guidance
- Make your first punch needle stitches and build confidence quickly
- Work from a pre‑drawn autumn design or create your own if you’re feeling inspired
- Use up leftover yarn — perfect for reducing waste and getting creative
You Will Explore
- Choosing the right yarn and fabric
- Punch needle texture techniques
- Colour choices for autumn themes
- Creative freedom in shaping your own design
This Workshop Is Perfect For
- Complete beginners
- Anyone who enjoys relaxing, repetitive crafts
- People who love yarn, texture and cosy autumn makes
No experience is needed. If you can hold a tool and guide it through fabric, you’ll be absolutely fine. Sarah will guide you through each step with kindness and encouragement.
What’s Included
- All materials and equipment
- Pre‑drawn autumn designs (or blank fabric if you want to draw your own)
- A printed “how‑to” guide to take home
- Refreshments throughout the afternoon
- Support from an experienced tutor
You’ll leave with your own punch needle artwork, ready to display, gift or continue developing at home.
What to Bring
- Reading glasses if needed
- Your lunch, or money to buy food locally (if you haven’t had chance to eat beforehand … we can give you cutlery, plate etc!)
- Your curiosity and a willingness to enjoy the process
Workshop Details
- Time: 1.30pm – 4:30pm
- Arrival: From 1pm for a warm welcome and a cuppa
- Group size: Limited to 8 people for a friendly, supportive atmosphere
Cost
£35 + 79p card fee This includes all the materials needed to create your punch needle piece and refreshments during the afternoon.
A Relaxed & Supportive Creative Space
This workshop is all about creativity rather than perfection. You’ll have the freedom to experiment, follow your ideas and enjoy the process of making. We want you to leave feeling inspired, relaxed and proud of what you’ve created.
To help us support you fully, please complete your booking form with any preferences or needs. This might include:
- Your favourite milk for refreshments
- Any additional support requirements
- Allergies we should be aware of (e.g. nuts, perfumes)
We aim to create a welcoming, inclusive and comfortable space for everyone.