Discover Punch Needle Art Workshop
Saturday 5th September - Hanshaws, Knaresborough
Available spaces
Join artist Kim Searle for an engaging one-day punch needle workshop at the welcoming Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre in Knaresborough. Perfect for beginners or those seeking fresh inspiration, this hands-on session introduces you to the addictive world of punch needle, where you'll explore a vibrant array of yarns in different colours and textures to create your own textured artwork. You'll start with guided practice using four different types of punch needle tools and three varieties of foundation fabric, helping you discover what suits your style best. Once comfortable, you'll progress to designing and completing a larger piece, gaining confidence in the technique along the way. Whether you're a complete novice eager to learn a new skill or an experienced crafter looking for new ideas, this supportive workshop provides the ideal environment to unleash your creativity in a relaxed and enjoyable setting. Punch needle is a textured embroidery technique with roots in ancient practices, possibly dating back to ancient Egypt where hollow bird bones were used as tools, and medieval Europe for decorative textiles. Its modern form, particularly punch needle rug hooking, emerged in the late 19th century in North America, evolving from traditional rug hooking. In the 1880s, the invention of the punch needle tool revolutionized the craft by allowing loops to be "punched" downward efficiently, leading to a boom in cottage industries along the Eastern Seaboard. It provided livelihoods and creative outlets, producing durable rugs and wall hangings admired for their plush, looped pile. Separate traditions include fine Russian miniature punch needle (Igolochkoy) from Old Believer communities and Japanese Bunka embroidery. Today, punch needle's appeal lies in its speedy, therapeutic process creating raised, velvety textures with yarn and its versatility for modern wall art, cushions, and decor, blending historical charm with contemporary design. All materials including a variety of yarns, punch needle tools, hoops/frames, and foundation fabrics are provided for use during the workshop, along with pattern ideas and a handout of tips to take home. Saturday 5th September 2026 10am - 4pm with Kim Searle This workshop takes place at: Henshaws Art & Crafts Centre 50 Bond End Knaresborough HG5 9AL Includes all matereals, refreshments and lunch.
Cancellation Policy
All workshops are priced including VAT charged at 20%. By completing this purchase you are securing a place for a workshop or course which, unless stated, includes all materials, refreshments and lunch. We understand that plans can change, so we’ve outlined our cancellation and rescheduling policies for our residentials to ensure clarity and flexibility. At North Yorks Art School (NYAS), we incur a number of costs as soon as a booking is made — including venue, tutor, bank charges and administration fees. Unfortunately, due to the increasing number of cancellations, we now need to pass on a portion of these costs to customers when cancellations occur. Rescheduling Your Booking You can reschedule your booking up to 8 weeks before the start date of your workshop free of charge — (subject to availability). Reschedules outside of this time will be subject to a 10% booking fee. We will confirm the change in writing and transfer your place accordingly. Cancellations & Refunds If you choose to cancel your booking rather than reschedule, the following cancellation fees will apply: Over 6 Months 90% refund 4 to 6 months 80% refund 2 to 4 months 70% refund 31 to 60 days 50% refund 30 days or less No refund Refunds will be processed to your original payment method within 3–5 business days once the cancellation is confirmed. Your Right to Cancel (Cooling-Off Period) If you live in the UK or EU, you are entitled to a 14-day cancellation window from the date of booking. Within this period, you may cancel for a full refund without providing a reason. To exercise this right, contact us at info@bookaclass.org within the 14-day period. Refunds will be processed to your original payment method. For all booking-related enquiries, rescheduling requests or cancellations, please email: info@bookaclass.org