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Krista
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Posted - Feb 16 2026 : 3:02:08 PM
My current cross stitch project is my biggest project yet. Because of all the details and different stitch counts I have been using a hoop. Once the project requires the hoop to be moved, do you hook the hoop over the already made stitches? Wont that ruin the stitches? I am just not sure how to go about moving the hoop around now that stitches are already made. I will share a picture showing how I am getting closer to the edges.
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MaryJanesNiece
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Krista
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Posted - Feb 16 2026 : 3:04:44 PM
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Krista -- what is the diameter of the hoop? I have an 8 inch hoop I could send you if it is larger than yours. I don't need my hoops since arthritis doesn't allow hand sewing anymore.
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Marie
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Posted - Feb 16 2026 : 8:03:14 PM
The hoop can be moved and clamped over stitches already made as long as the base beneath those stitches is not stretched.
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Wanda
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Posted - Feb 17 2026 : 02:46:13 AM
Thank you Marie, I was waiting to hear the answer to the question as well.
Don't know if it makes a difference, but I always was told to take the hoop off, when you are done stitching for the day. That way you don't end up with hoop lines on your project.
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