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Just finished replying to Clint's request about a hooping system and it got me to thinking about my Hoopmaster and everything I have done with it. Thought I would share some tips that have helped me.
I have some unusual sized hoops that Hoopmaster does not make a fixture for. Some 12"x12" hoops, 6"x12" hoops, square hoops, giant jacket back hoops, ect...
I don't use these often, but when I do, I still have to get them to align straight and consistent.
Here's what I did to my hoopmaster board. I found roll pins that fit the existing holes and I put these pins in to hold my odd sized hoops straight. I then drilled additional holes that I needed at the top and/or sides to essentially create a "pin cradle" that kept my hoops from moving up or down and from moving side to side.
I then put my shirt or jacket on the hoopmaster and installed the top part of the hoop. Straight and true every time.
Now, this works for round hoops, but you have to eyeball the top hoop more. Works great for every other shape.
Same thing on the the smaller stand that you get with the hoopmaster. I took the board off and drilled some holes and pins straight into the stand. I use this for my Fast-Frame hoops. Great for sleeves and things of that nature.
The point is, don't be afraid to drill some holes in those stands and boards to use it the way you need to. It is very versatile with a little imagination.
I'll try and get some pictures and send to the moderator. I know everyone out there could use this on their hoopmaster when that oddball job comes up.
I have some unusual sized hoops that Hoopmaster does not make a fixture for. Some 12"x12" hoops, 6"x12" hoops, square hoops, giant jacket back hoops, ect...
I don't use these often, but when I do, I still have to get them to align straight and consistent.
Here's what I did to my hoopmaster board. I found roll pins that fit the existing holes and I put these pins in to hold my odd sized hoops straight. I then drilled additional holes that I needed at the top and/or sides to essentially create a "pin cradle" that kept my hoops from moving up or down and from moving side to side.
I then put my shirt or jacket on the hoopmaster and installed the top part of the hoop. Straight and true every time.
Now, this works for round hoops, but you have to eyeball the top hoop more. Works great for every other shape.
Same thing on the the smaller stand that you get with the hoopmaster. I took the board off and drilled some holes and pins straight into the stand. I use this for my Fast-Frame hoops. Great for sleeves and things of that nature.
The point is, don't be afraid to drill some holes in those stands and boards to use it the way you need to. It is very versatile with a little imagination.
I'll try and get some pictures and send to the moderator. I know everyone out there could use this on their hoopmaster when that oddball job comes up.
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