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Multi-Hooping |
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If you only have a 4-inch hoop and you
want to stitch a larger design, try multi-hooping. You will use a split
design -- a single design that has been split into parts so that each
part will fit your hoop. Design splitting software will usually add
extra stitches that you use to line up the parts of the design. If you
have purchased a split design, the design should come with instructions
for multi-hooping. If you are splitting the design yourself, check your
software manual for help with lining up the parts.
Multi-hooping is also used for continuous borders or for creating lengths of freestanding lace edging.
Use disappearing ink, chalk, stickers or pins to mark the fabric. Practice on scrap fabric to be sure you understand how the multi-hooping works. Remember that multi-hooping is much like using a mega hoop (see yesterday's issue). Most appliqué or in-the-hoop designs cannot be split for multi-hooping. Next issue: embroidering for Father's Day from Mary Jane Allen of Perfect Little Stitches |
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