• Soft cover
  
• 128 pages (200 color images)
• 7.36 X 10.88

Sisters Rachel Lawson and Siobhan Watt combined their talents—Siobhan’s professional art and design experience and Rachel’s needlework expertise—to create these delightful contemporary designs. Punch needle is accessible for everyone, including those with no craft experience. It’s a delightful hobby to discover and a perfect way to turn a stash of yarn into practical items! Explore this relaxing craft with clear illustrations, photographs, and step-by-step instructions. Learn the techniques, which tools to combine with particular yarns, and where to source materials—including great ideas for upcycling materials. The 15 projects include rugs, plant holders, purses and bags, children’s toys, pillows, wall hangings, framed art, and more. Start by creating small projects and move on to larger projects, challenging yourself as you progress and as you enjoy the fun and creativity that punch needle offers.

About the Authors
After studying textiles and fashion design, Siobhan Watt specialized in screen printing before turning her printing skills to developing bold and simple punch needle designs. 

Siobhan’s sister Rachel Lawson, a needlework expert, felt strongly that Siobhan’s punch needle designs should be shared so others could enjoy them. Together, the sisters founded The Modern Crafter, a source for information on punch needle and other crafts.

The Modern Crafter has had their punch needle creations featured in Mollie Makes magazine and on the front cover of Not On The High Street’s Christmas catalog. The Modern Crafter has also had their punch needle kits featured in 91 Magazine. Siobhan and Rachel have taught others the forgotten craft of punch needle through workshops and demos, and they are part of an encouraging community on social media. www.themoderncrafter.co.uk