I've been working with 6 stranded floss.
Coral shades...
I've been wanting to 'test drive' the
Extra small (Fine) Needle for
the' Ultra Punch' punchneedle.
I used two strands of floss.
Very fine and 'delicate'.
I used the floss in three ways.
2 threads was used with an extra small needle.
3 strands was used with the small needle.
6 strands was used with the medium needle.
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My (personal) result / opinion ?
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Using 2 threads was a bit 'fussy'.
I had to be VERY attentive,
for proper coverage.
Definitely would not want to punch
large areas with this 'fine' punch.
Best suitable for very small designs.
For ease of punching,
I prefer the three strands in the small needle.
Easy on the hand and the wrist.
Good coverage.
Love the end result (the 'look').
Punching moves along quickly.
The 6 strands in the medium needle,
took more effort to punch through the fabric.
My hand was tired from holding onto
the punchneedle with a firmer grip.
(Overall, takes just a little more effort to drive
a heavier needle continuously through
the Weavers Cloth.)
But, I also like the final result (the 'look'),
of the 6 strands.
Fast coverage.
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On my worktable today...
'finishing' two punch needle designs,
(patterns coming in February)
and time with my hoop.
'finishing' two punch needle designs,
(patterns coming in February)
and time with my hoop.
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Wishing you a creative day !
Rose
Thank you Rose. This is something I've wanted to "play" with but haven't had time. What a great sampling.
ReplyDeleteVery helpful.thank you. I'm trying to do different finishing of my pieces...not doing so well so am excited to see what you will be doing.
ReplyDeleteI think that is very interesting. I love your colors. I think my favorite is still the Valdani balls to punch needle with. I like not having to stop and thread. But I do like all of the different colors in your designs. I can't wait to see your new February designs.Its always so nice to see what you have been creating.
ReplyDeleteI have only punched with 6 strands. I am too lazy to separate the floss 😊
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the info ~ always learn something helpful from you
ReplyDeleteAn excellent demonstration; especially liked hearing how the needle size effected your hand. Looking forward to seeing updated pictures of His Eye
ReplyDeleteis on the Sparrow!
thank you for the demonstration, I was wondering what would be easier as I have arthritis in both hands.
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