Hi! My is name Robin Whitford,
I am a passionate textile artist, rug hooking teacher and an advanced Certified Oxford Instructor. I love to share my passion for all things hooking and punch needle related. My dream is to help people connect with their inner artist, build confidence in their abilities and create a supportive community.
Beginners welcome!
Explore these two new comprehensive online courses designed just for YOU!
One for traditional rug hooking and one for Oxford Punch Needle.
Need help finding supplies? Send me a message and I will create a custom kit!
Rug Hooking Basics and Beyond Online Course
Register to access a private website with all 7 modules and 30+ video tutorials. Watch at your own pace, rewatch, or skip ahead—it's up to you!
Topics covered:
- Tools: what you need and why, and what you might want to try
- Foundation fabrics: what are the differences?
- Materials and yarns you can hook with (and how to prep and cut them)
- How to hook from start to finish
- Rug hooking terminology explained (eg. tails, packing and holidays, oh my!)
- Finishing techniques, things to make (not just rugs!) and SO much MORE!
- LIVE monthly Q&A sessions. First session is November 30th at 10am ET
$95 CAD (about $70US)
Oxford Punch Needle Adventure for Beginners & Beyond
Register to access a private website with 5 modules and 30+ video tutorials. Watch at your own pace, rewatch, or skip ahead—you're in control!
Topics covered:
- Tools: what you need and why
- Foundation fabrics: what are the differences?
- How to punch from start to finish
- Materials and yarns you can use
- Using patterns and designing your own
- Trouble shooting problems so you can fix them!
- Finishing techniques and things to make (not just rugs!) and so much MORE!
- LIVE monthly live Q&A sessions, first session is November 30th at 10am ET
$95 CAD (about $70 US)
Testimonials from Students and Creativity Club Members
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If you love discussing rug hooking and punch needle art, sharing your projects, learning new techniques, and making connections, the Creativity Club is for you!