How do I determine which size hoop to use?

The size of the hoop depends on the size of the embroidery you want to create. The best hoop to use is the smallest hoop that the design will fit in. You can place the hoop on top of the printout from your embroidery software to get an idea of the hoop size you should use for the particular design. We also recommend using the trace function on your machine to ensure that the needle will not hit the frame.