How Do You Put Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop?
Embroidery hoops help hold the fabric taut while you’re stitching, to help your stitches come out even and smooth. They’re useful for cross-stitch, crewel, needlepoint, silk ribbon embroidery and more. You can find embroidery hoops in many fabric stores, as well as in online specialty shops. Most embroidery hoops are round or oval shaped and made from plastic or wood. If you buy a wooden embroidery hoop, make sure to get a good quality one that won’t splinter. Some wooden embroidery hoops may also need to be washed before the first use, so that they don’t stain the fabric. Plastic hoops can be more durable (and more colorful), but some embroiderers believe they don’t hold the fabric quite as tight. Embroidery hoops come in a wide variety of sizes. Smaller hoops can be easier to hold, but larger hoops may let you reposition the hoop less often. Unscrew the fastener at the top of the embroidery hoop until it releases the inner hoop. Remove the inner hoop from the outer hoop. Position the
