# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Register online at https://maineshakers.com/event/punch-needle-yarn/

Punch needle is a traditional craft that’s been around since the 15th century. Initially known as the ‘punch stitch,’ it was primarily used for adorning religious garments. It was also a craft used by men during lengthy sea voyages who would create punched rugs to pass the time between ports.

Imagine your hands immersed in colorful Shaker wool as you create your own punch needle trivet or hot plate. You’ll be using 2-ply Shaker yarn which has been spun from virgin wool from the sheep on our farm which include Romney, Shropshire, Icelandic, North Country Cheviot and Finnsheep breeds.

Instructor, artist and punch needle enthusiast, Bonnie Faulkner, will teach you the basics. Threading the Lavor punch needle, a hollow, pencil-shaped needle used to push yarn through fabric, creating tufted loops that result in an embroidered-like surface will be a breeze.

This is a perfect workshop for a beginner or those who have tried punch needle and would like a bit more guidance on technique. All materials and design options will be provided. If you have any special 2-ply wool from home you’d like to use, please bring it!

Punch needle is a wonderful craft to digitally disconnect, switch off, and relax from a busy and stressful life.

Class size: 10

Did you know that current members of The Friends of the Shakers receive $5 off each workshop? Sign up or renew today for your discount!

Register online at https://maineshakers.com/event/punch-needle-yarn/
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-gloucester/punch-needle-with-shaker-yarn-workshop/200030025793549
- **Event Categories**: workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 32

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: New Gloucester
- **state**: ME
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village
- **lat**: 43.985888548903
- **long**: -70.366202897856
- **full address**: Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, 707 Shaker Rd,New Gloucester,ME,United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop being held?
  - **A:** Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop takes place on Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village, 707 Shaker Rd,New Gloucester,ME,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop?
  - **A:** Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop is organized by Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New Gloucester, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Punch Needle with Shaker Yarn Workshop sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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