Welcome to my new Craft Something New With Me Series!
There’s something exciting (and a little nerve-wracking) about trying a craft you’ve never done before. That’s why I decided to start a new series called Craft Something New With Me! In each post, I’ll try a new-to-me craft, share what worked (and what didn’t), and give you my honest take on whether I’d do it again.
First up: punch needle coasters.
Punch needle has been on my crafty bucket list for a while now—it’s one of those things I’ve admired from afar but never actually tried. So I grabbed a beginner kit and gave it a go!
Let’s just say… punch needle was not love at first poke.
The process took way longer than I expected. I wasn’t sure if I was doing it wrong or if it’s just one of those things that takes time and patience (spoiler: it’s both). My hand kept cramping, and it honestly felt a bit clunky at first. But after sticking with it, I did eventually get into a rhythm—and I’ll admit, there’s something oddly satisfying about watching those little loops build into a design.
My biggest takeaway? I don’t think I’ll be diving into a full punch needle wall hanging anytime soon, but I do love how these coasters turned out. They’re adorable, functional, and totally giftable. So while I wouldn’t call myself a punch needle enthusiast just yet, I’m glad I gave it a try.
Would I do punch needle again? Maybe—if I had a great design in mind and a comfy seat. Would I recommend it? Definitely, especially if you like methodical, repetitive crafts with cozy end results.
Supplies I Used
Want to try this for yourself? Here’s the beginner punch needle kit I used:
This kit included everything I needed: yarn, punch needle, monk’s cloth, and even the hoop!
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