Punch Needle Rug Hooking is a fun and relaxing fiber art having a major resurgence! In this class, artist, designer, and Textile Arts LA member Micah Clasper-Torch will lead you through an in-depth overview of this technique, from the history of the craft to the proper backing material, frames, tools and techniques to create a range of functional and decorative items for the home. During this 3.5 hour class you will create a 5” design of your choice that can be used as a trivet, wall hanging or tabletop decoration.  All necessary tools and materials will be provided for the duration of the class, with the option to purchase punch needles or frames afterwards if desired.

This class is for you if...

• You have seen this technique online or on instagram, and thought "I need to try that!"

• You have given punch needle a shot already, but found it difficult to replicate the results that you've seen others create

• You want to learn the ins and outs of this technique so that you can take it and run with it!

About Micah:

Micah Clasper-Torch is a Los Angeles based fiber artist, designer and educator who is among a new wave of artists specializing in punch needle rug hooking and hand tufting techniques. Micah's work blurs the line between fine art and design as she creates small collections and one of a kind pieces that range from softgoods such as clothing and rugs, to wall hangings and mixed media artwork. Her work and teaching embraces established punch needle traditions as a starting point to explore new techniques and applications, while pushing their boundaries through contemporary design.  

With a BFA in Fashion Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology and the Politecnic Institute in Milan Italy, Micah brings 13 years of experience across the worlds of fashion, art and design to her craft. In 2019 she was formally certified as an Oxford Punch Needle Instructor by Amy Oxford, a renowned rug hooker and founder of The Oxford Rug Hooking School in Vermont. Micah is the only certified Oxford Punch Needle instructor in the city of Los Angeles.

Her work can be seen at www.micahclasper-torch.com and @claspertorch on Instagram. 

This class is offered in a promotional partnership with Micah. Tickets available through her EventBrite channel, and she will be organizing and hosting the course.