Hoop 'n Press Pads: A Great Embroidery Tool

These cut-to-fit pressing mats have so many uses, you will add them to your Christmas list!

Once I tried Hoop 'n Press Pads, I liked them so much that I have one for nearly all my hoops. Topped with 100% wool, they have a non-slip surface side to keep them from slipping and sliding.

Hoop 'n Press Pads provide a pressing surface cut to fit standard or multi-needle embroidery hoops. If you are stitching an applique using fusible web or GlitterFlex, you can press it in the hoop to secure. 

One of the most important things to remember in machine embroidery is keeping your stabilizer and fabric taut in the hoop. Hoop 'n Press pads are far more than a wonderful pressing surface. They provide support to your project whether you are working on the front or back of the hoop.

In-the-hoop projects require adding fabric, batting, or additional stabilizer to the back of your hoop. Just turn the hoop over and place the front of the hoop onto the Hoop 'n Press Pad. The thick wool supports the hooped project, keeping it from stretching while pressing taped or glued items to the back.

Mats grip the fabric and protect the loft of embroidery designs when pressing fusible applique or fleece from the back of the hoop. 

One of the best uses I have found for these mats is when removing threads. Pressing the back of the project with a stitch trimmer, scissors, or seam ripper loosens it in the hoop unless you have a Hoop 'n Press pad to work on.

Keeping one by your machine allows you to press anything without going to the ironing station. It also makes it easy to trim jump threads and stabilizer on the back of the hoop.

Hoop 'n Press pads are now also available for the magnetic Snap Hoop Monster (you can read about them here) and can be found at several retailers.

Have you tried ITH pressing mats?

Debbie Henry
Sew Inspired by Bonnie