How to Put Fabric in a Spring Tension Hoop
By Connie G. Barwick, About.com Guide
Place the Metal Ring Over the Plastic Ring
Place the Metal Ring Over the Plastic Ring
Photo © Connie G. Barwick, licensed to About.com, Inc.
Place the metal ring over the plastic ring. Squeeze the metal ring tightly. Do not release your grip until the metal ring is secure in the plastic ring. If you decide to release the ring, do so slowly so that it will not pop out of your grip.
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- Parts of a Spring Tension Hoop
- Lay the Plastic Circle on a Flat Surface
- Place the Fabric Over the Plastic Circle
- Determine Fabric Placement
- Place the Metal Ring Over the Plastic Ring
- Begin Squeezing the Metal Clamp
- Squeeze the Clamp Tightly
- Press on the Metal Ring to Secure
- Hold the Hoop by the Metal Clamp
- Remove Fabric From Hoop
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