Issue link: https://docs.hic.us/i/403552
Hooping Simply put, hooping is the mechanical process for attaching a garment to the embroidery machine for sewing purposes. This is accomplished by mounting the area to be sewn in a special frame or hoop and then attaching this to the pantograph of the machine. The pantograph moves the garment as needed for proper needle penetration location. Its movement is controlled by the software commands embedded in an embroidery design file. But hooping is not just about getting the garment on the machine. The garment must also be supported and held as rigidly as possible during the sewing process. Any movement of the garment while sewing could lead to poor quality stitching. There are many sizes and shapes of hoops, so it's imperative that the right hoop be selected for each job. Hoop Shapes Round or oval hoops provide the most even tensioning on fabric, but don't accommodate elongated or square designs very well. Rectangular hoops may be needed for dealing with square or rectangular shapes, though the fabric tension is not equal at all parts of the hoop. Hoop Materials Plastic is the most common hoop material. Virtually all styles of hoops are available in plastic. Wooden hoops are favored by many Embroiderers over the plastic variety. They are sturdier and have better tensioning qualities. However they are more expensive than plastics. Wooden hoops are available in single and double height styles, with the double height being preferred due to its added strength qualities. Metal hoops are available in a limited number of styles. They are most common in the very small sizes as they have high strength in a small area. But for the most part, metal hoops are rarely used. Hoop Selection In general, always choose the smallest hoop for the job, as it will provide the most support for the garment. Be sure to account for the presser foot when choosing your hoop. You will need at least one inch between the edge of the design and the edge of the hoop to accommodate the presser foot. Stiff garments do better with wooden hoops, as the plastic ones tend to loose there shape somewhat when attempting to hoop such items. This reduces their holding power and also affects design registration. www.hsi.us care@hic.us 192