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Our June Issue is Bursting with Color and Inspiration!

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Dear Creative Rug Hooker, Summer's upon us, and everywhere we look we see trees and flowers bursting with color. In this month's issue of We Like Rug Hooking, celebrate Summer with new projects both big and small, get some ideas to celebrate America's 250th, and get tips and insights to inspire you to expand your rug ... Read More

A Passion for Punch: A Calendar Hanger for Summer

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From the June 2026 issue

I wander in the garden listening to the pollinators busy at work; the expression “busy as bee” is certainly accurate! Those little fellows never seem to stop. Their gentle droning as they go about their work acts as a lullaby, increasing the lazy moods that come on hot, hazy days. The honey bees are single-mindedly ... Read More

Punch Needle Rug Hooking Around the World

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From the April 2026 issue

Have you heard about rug punching? This past year has been busy for Amy Oxford. Amy, who has been involved in the business of punch needle rug hooking for over 30 years as a commercial rug hooker, book author, and inventor of the Oxford punch needle, has watched a traditional American craft erupt into a ... Read More

Rug Hooker’s Dream Gift Basket Giveaway

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From the February 2026 issue

Calling all rug hookers, punch-needle enthusiasts, wool lovers, and fiber fanatics: we’re thrilled to announce the 2026 Rug Hooker’s Dream Gift Basket Giveaway, an all-year contest celebrating all the creativity and community within the rug-hooking industry. Whether you’re brand new to the art form or have been pulling loops for decades, this ultimate prize package ... Read More

Hook Autumn Magic in Our October Issue!

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Fall is in the air, and with it comes the perfect excuse to grab a warm cup of tea, settle into your favorite chair, and let your creativity take root. Our October issue of We Like Rug Hooking is packed with heartfelt stories, imaginative projects, and cozy inspiration to help you celebrate the season—with wool ... Read More

Bring Bold Color & Exotic Beauty into Your Home

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Dear Rug Hooker, Take your creativity to vibrant new heights with the Bird of Paradise Punch Needle Pillow Pattern, available exclusively to We Like Rug Hooking Gold Club Members! Designed by Marinda Stewart, this extraordinary project captures the striking beauty of the iconic bird-of-paradise flower — a bold and tropical motif that bursts with color, energy, and ... Read More

Punch Needle a Perfect Napkin Set!

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Dear Creative Rug Hooker, Looking for a project that’s not too big, not too small, with plenty of Wow! impact? Take a scene from nature and do some miniature punch needle embroidery. You’ll love the detailed look and you’ll get plenty of compliments around the table when your guests see your Oak Leaves and Acorns Punch ... Read More