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The Perfect Quilting/Stitching Hoop

Posted by JoAnn Brethouwer - USA on 27th Feb 2012

Where has this hoop been all of my stitching life? I love it. It is so comfortable and pain free to use. I'm not "hunched over" when I stitch using this hoop, and that eliminates the neck and upper back strain that accompanies holding a hoop and trying to stitch at the same time. Or having a "floor" model that I've never been able to comfortably position over my lap.
The square dimensions make it practical for stitching/quilting larger areas and corners without having to move the hoop often. The square design is innovative because it perfectly 'hugs' or holds my quilt sandwich and embroider fabrics and applique without creating a distortion. I like how I can loosely hoop my quilt sandwich in the hoop as The Thimblelady teaches, and it is truly "hands free" as it is stabilized under my thighs as I'm sitting and stitching.
I've given away my other hoops, I'll never use anything but my Thimblelady hoop for hands free quilting and stitching. Thank you for putting a quilter's needs and desires in the forefront of your inventions. We quilters owe you a debt of gratitude.