Embroidery Hoops & Frames – Wood Hoops, Stands & Display Frames
Keep your fabric drum-tight for even stitches. Shop wood, spring tension and no-slip embroidery hoops from 3" to 12", lap, tabletop and floor hoop stands, and display frames to show off your finished work. Need thread, fabric or a kit too? Find it all in our embroidery supplies shop. read more
Keep your fabric drum-tight for even stitches. Shop wood, spring tension and no-slip embroidery hoops from 3" to 12", lap, tabletop and floor hoop stands, and display frames to show off your finished work. Need thread, fabric or a kit too? Find it all in our embroidery supplies shop.
Embroidery Hoops & Frames – Wood Hoops, Stands & Display Frames
You’ve got your floss, your needle, you even know what type of stitch you’ll be using—but do you have the right hand embroidery hoop? The hoop is the most essential tool for hand embroidery, which means having the right one for your project is, well, essential! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced with hand embroidery, it’s important to know your way around embroidery hoop sizes and embroidery hoop frames. When choosing a hoop for embroidery, we recommend looking for a size about 1-inch larger than the design you’re stitching so you have plenty of room to work.
Another good tip to keep in mind is to not overwhelm yourself with a super large embroidery hoop, as it can be difficult to handle—by hand or machine. Embroidery hoop sizes typically range from 3” to 12”. A hoop bigger than 8 inches is usually considered a “large” size. The most commonly used sizes are 3-inch embroidery hoops, 5-inch embroidery hoops, and 7-inch embroidery hoops.
What are the different types of embroidery hoops?
Wooden embroidery hoops are the most commonly used, but there is actually an impressive variety of embroidery hoops and frames available on today's market! Hand embroidery hoops come in every shape and size such as round, oval, square, and even triangle; they are made from a variety of materials, including bamboo, wood, and plastic.
With that in mind, you may be wondering what the best embroidery hoops are, but that answer depends mostly on your preferences! However, many who do embroidery work recommend plastic hoops because they hold fabric in place the best.
If you are worried about your fabric moving around as you work, then you may want to pick up some hoop grip tape, which is a removable tape that you can use on just about any embroidery hoop! Embroidery hoop tape won’t leave residue on your hoop or fabric, and it can also be used in your sewing room in a variety of ways, such as marking the perfect 1/4" on your sewing machine to use as a seam guide!
An embroidery hoop stand is another versatile tool to keep handy. Hoop stands are designed to hold an embroidery hoop, freeing your hands for stitching. They are often adjustable, allowing you to customize the height and angle of the hoop to your comfort. Learn more about embroidery hoop stands in the video below!
Now that you’re feeling more confident about your embroidery hoop knowledge, you probably want to know where to buy embroidery hoops. Right here, of course! Embroidery is one of our favorite crafts, so you’ll find plenty of hand embroidery hoops, stands and accessories with us, plus embroidery thread and floss, embroidery fabrics and embroidery kits that come with everything you need. Looking for something to stitch? Browse our hand embroidery patterns.
Embroidery Hoop FAQs
What size embroidery hoop should I buy?
Pick a hoop about 1 inch larger than your design. Our customers love 3" and 4" hoops for ornaments and small motifs, 6" to 8" hoops are the easiest starting size for most patterns, and 10" to 12" hoops suit larger or bulkier work.
Wood hoop or spring tension hoop – which is better?
It depends on your fabric. Reviewers say spring tension hoops are quick to hoop and don't leave threads skewed, but a few found the grip too light for single-layer cross stitch. Wood screw hoops and Morgan no-slip hoops can be tightened for a firmer hold – one reviewer called the Morgan "the best hoop for embroidery."
Do I really need an embroidery hoop stand?
If you stitch for long stretches, many customers say yes. A lap, tabletop or sit-on stand holds the hoop steady so both hands are free, and stitchers with arthritis tell us it takes the strain off their hands. Check the hoop size on the stand – one reviewer found thick Morgan hoops didn't fit the pegs of our tabletop stand.
How do I stop my fabric slipping in the hoop?
Tighten the screw a little at a time while pulling the fabric evenly taut, and re-tighten as you work. If slipping keeps happening, a no-slip hoop with a grooved inner ring holds fabric much more securely than a smooth hoop – reviewers say the Morgan no-slip hoops "hold tight" even on bulky work.
How can I display my finished embroidery?
Leave it in a pretty hoop, or finish it in a display frame. Customers use our walnut hexagon and rustic oak circle frames for cross stitch and embroidery, and like that they can swap pieces in and out for the seasons and holidays.