How to Put Fabric in a Spring Tension Hoop
By Connie G. Barwick, About.com
Press on the Metal Ring to Secure
Press on the Metal Ring to Secure
Photo © Connie G. Barwick, licensed to About.com, Inc.
As you squeeze the metal ring and push it into the groove, use the fingers of your other hand to push the metal ring. Do not release the ring clamp until you are sure that it is seated firmly in the groove in the plastic ring.
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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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