How to Buy an Embroidery Hoop

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How to Buy an Embroidery Hoop

Introduction

An essential tool for any type of embroidery, a plastic, metal or wooden hoop holds the fabric tight while you work. The hoop enables you to sew quickly and keep your stitches even.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Learn what types of hoops are available. Most stitchery books illustrate these. In addition to standard round lap hoops, for large projects some crafters use an oval rug or quilting hoop, an artists' stretcher frame, a square frame or a standing frame.
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Step Two

Choose the hoop size best suited to your project, preferences and budget. Bigger hoops allow a bigger work area, but lap hoops, ranging from about 4 to 12 inches in diameter, are less bulky, more portable and less expensive.
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Step Three

Check catalogs, local craft stores and craft sections of discount department stores for hoop selections. Other possible sources for hoops are garage sales and thrift shops.

Tips & Warnings

  • For your first project, you may want to borrow a hoop.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Stitch Encyclopedia
  • Embroidery Needles
  • Threads
  • Embroidery Scissors
  • Embroidery Floss
  • Fabrics
  • Embroidery Threads
  • Embroidery Yarns
  • Embroidery Hoops
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