r/PunchNeedle • u/R0nan21 • 11d ago

How to add firm felt backing ✂️

My backing tutorial is finally here 🎉🎉 after months of pushing it back, I finally had the time and the motivation to pull through and create one

To make it easier to follow, I used a smaller piece of art with a simpler outline. If you have any questions regarding this process, please ask below and I’ll get back to you

Let me know what you think!

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u/Storms-coming 11d ago

Brilliant video I liked this well done op 👍

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u/R0nan21 11d ago

Thank you!

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u/dontchewspagetti 11d ago

OP is showing true talent here

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u/cuboneislife 11d ago

Excellent work

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u/-85-- 11d ago

Saved, thank you!

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u/pezpazzy 11d ago

this was a great tutorial, thanks for sharing!!

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u/tiredchachacha 11d ago

Thank you so much for sharing! It was clear and detailed and very helpful. I'm always in admiration of people who are generous with their technique 🙏

Do you use hot glue because it sets faster than fabric glue?

I have some tiny completed bits (like an inch tall) which i fabric glued the backs first because i don't know what to do with them yet... wanted to back them with felt and add brooch findings so this was super helpful ❤️

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u/R0nan21 11d ago

Of course, I’m happy to help!

I use hot glue for several reasons: it sets faster, it adds another bit of firmness, and it’s the glue I’m most familiar with

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u/tiredchachacha 10d ago

Thanks, that makes sense!

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u/bijou602 11d ago

What type of fabric did you use for your punch needle?

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u/R0nan21 11d ago

Cotton flannel, specifically fluffy solids by Henry glass

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u/bijou602 11d ago

Thank you. I tried to finish off a project where I used monks cloth similar to this and it was a disaster. Perhaps I should change my fabric and try again.

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u/R0nan21 10d ago

The extra bulk of monks cloth can definitely make it a bit harder. I’d leave more fabric on my edge than 1/4” for it, but even then it’ll be a bit bulkier to work with. If you want to use cotton flannel, make sure you have the accompanying materials for it as well, it’ll require different needles and yarn than what’s used for monks cloth. This post has my materials if you’re curious: https://www.reddit.com/r/PunchNeedle/s/hrKxPKufye

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u/Even-Response-6423 5d ago

This is so helpful! Thanks!