Punchneedle embroidery is an heirloom stitchery technique that uses threads and a special needle to punch threads into fabric. The end result is a designed, plush, raised pile. Designers, energized by how retailers are welcoming this revival, are touting this activity as "the new cross stitch." Contributing to the new interest in punchneedle embroidery is the availability of hand-dyed threads and the crossover of rug hooking enthusiasts to other needlearts. And, just as machine embroidery fueled interest in hand embroidery, a growing interest in three-dimensional machine embroidery may inspire participation in dimensional embroidery techniques such as punchneedle embroidery.
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