Since I’ve been stitching up so many embroidery hoops, I thought I’d share a little video on how to back them with felt when you’re done. I’ve tried a few different methods, and this is the one I like best. There’s no messy glue, and it turns out so nice. If you find this post useful, make sure to take a look at my How to Embroider for Beginners series.
The video says it all, so here you go. If you can’t get it to play below, you can also watch it on my YouTube channel here. Enjoy!
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Sue D says
Thank you!
Jessica @ Cutesy Crafts says
You’re welcome! 😀
Monica Kostak says
This is the best and most “beautiful” backing I have seen! Thanks for the idea !
Jessica @ Cutesy Crafts says
Thanks Monica! It’s definitely my favorite way to do it. 🙂
Nida says
Thanks for the idea.
Laura Palka says
Hi. Excellent tutorial. One question/comment. To me one benefit of gluing excess fabric onto the frame instead and leaving the back open is that when you hang it on a wall you can’t see the nail you have hung it on. Of course a ribbon can be added to the top to hang it from but this can look a bit froo froo. I do agree a hoop finished like this looks more professional if it will be sold. I was thinking of putting the felt inside the frame back to hide the stitches but not attaching it to the frame. What are your thoughts?
Jessica @ Cutesy Crafts says
Yes, that would work to just put it on the inside. I just hang mine on nails through the metal parts on the top. You might also try sewing a loop or something on the felt itself for hanging. I’ve never tried it, but it could work.