Punch Needle Library

Learning Library- Punch Needle

The Punch Needle Library is a curated collection of free PDF guides and educational articles that support thoughtful, confident work with the punch needle. From a free Beginner's Guide to practical references on thread vs. yarn, framing options, and finishing details, each resource is grounded in real studio experience and careful design. Created for both beginners and seasoned makers, this library will continue to grow with new guides and tutorials.

Guide Link Index:

• Beginner's Guide to Punch Needle Embroidery - Free PDF

•Thread vs. Yarn Punch Needles- Understanding the Difference

•Tools, Materials, and Trusted Supplies - Free PDF

•Beginner Punch Needle Pattern: Delicate Flora - A Perfect First Project (Free PDF)

•How to Frame a Punch Needle Design - Step-by-Step Free PDF Guide

•My Favorite Threads

•Thread Conversion Chart - DMC Eco-Vita Wool Thread to DMC Floss (Free PDF)

•Warp & Weft of Weaver's Cloth - Why it makes a difference

Expanded Resources & Trusted Supplies

Need materials for your Punch Needle projects? Orphaned Wool has curated a comprehensive list of trusted suppliers and resources to help makers of all skill levels find high-quality threads, Weaver's cloth fabric, gripper frames, and more. This is an easy-to-access resource, with direct links to each supplier — No PDF download required.

Gripper Frames & Weaver's Cloth Fabric

•The Woolery –  Selection of gripper frames and punch needle tools

•Dorr Mill Store – Weaver's cloth foundation fabric, gripper frames, and hoops

•The Oxford Company – Oxford Punch Needles and gripper frames

•The Old Tattered Flag –  The Ultra Punch Needle, punch needle gripper frames, and weaver's cloth. 

Thread Suppliers:

•123Stitch.com – DMC Floss, DMC Eco-Vita Wool, and Valdani Threads for Punch Needle projects

Other Trusted Suppliers & Resources

•Orphaned Wool – Punch Needle patterns in paper, printed on Weaver's cloth, and PDF instant download formats, The Ultra Punch Needle, Patterns with thread kits, 

•PNPS Magazine – Punch Needle & Primitive Stitcher Magazine, featuring contributors like Orphaned Wool

About the Learning Library

The Orphaned Wool Learning Library is a growing collection of free guides, tutorials, and articles created to support fiber artists at every stage. Whether you're just beginning or refining your skills, these resources are here to help you enjoy every loop you create.

Copyright & Personal Use

© 2026 Kelly Kanyok / Orphaned Wool. All rights reserved.
All content on this page—including text, images, patterns, tutorials, and instructional guides—is intended for personal use only. Redistribution, reproduction, resale, or sharing without prior written permission is prohibited. Thank you for respecting the time, care, and creativity behind these resources.

With gratitude,
Kelly Kanyok - Artist & Founder of Orphaned Wool