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3/1/2026 | Intro to Punch Needle Rug Making – Iowa State Fairgrounds

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3/1/2026 | Intro to Punch Needle Rug Making – Iowa State Fairgrounds

Intro to Punch Needle Rug Making

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

1501 Woodland Ave, Des Moines, IA


 

The Des Moines Women’s Club at Hoyt Sherman Place offers a tactile lesson in the traditional craft of punch needle rug making. This workshop guides participants through the mechanics of the punch tool and the selection of fibers to create a textured, durable piece of art. It is a study in patience and hand-eye coordination, preserving a historical craft for a modern audience. Attendees will gain the skills necessary to pursue this functional art form at home, turning raw wool into vibrant, handmade decor.

 


Go check it out, bring a friend, do your research for extra details, and be safe.

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