Pull on the corners of the fabric to make sure the surface of the fabric is flat. Fully tighten the screw. The fabric is ready for stitching.
Hint: Position the adjustment screw so that it is with the hand holding the hoop. This way the floss will not catch on it while you are stitching.
How to Put Cross Stitch Fabric in a Hoop
By Connie G. Barwick, About.com
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The Fabric is in the Hoop
Fabric in a Hoop and Frame
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- Separate the Rings of the Hoop
- Fabric Size
- Place the Fabric over the Ring
- Loosen the Outer Ring
- Sandwich the Fabric Between the Rings
- Tighten the Adjustment Screw
- The Fabric is in the Hoop
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