... they were perfect for making little crafty ornaments, or framing mini embroidery projects like this embroidered heart.
But now I've quit selling craft supplies I no longer sell them.... so where else can you buy them? I get asked this by former customers and also wanted to know myself, for when my remaining stash of mini hoops runs out!
Here are some UK-based online shops I've found that currently sell 3 inch embroidery hoops:
Blooming Felt (one of my current sponsors) sells 3 and 4 inch embroidery hoops
Paper and String sell 3 inch wooden embroidery hoops
The Bellwether (one of my current sponsors) sells 3 inch and 4 inch wooden hoops
Hobbycraft sell 3 inch flexible faux woodgrain hoops (I used to sell these too once upon a time, they are pretty cute!).
And Overspill on Etsy sells 3 inch plastic embroidery hoops, and some even smaller hoops too!
Big Fish on Etsy (one of my current sponsors) also now stocks 3 inch wooden embroidery hoops.
Bits and Bats (a haberdashery wholesaler) also sell 3 inch wooden hoops.
And for really small hoops, try Dandelyne on Etsy who sells handmade hoops that are a tiny 1.6 and 2.2 inches.
If you've found any other shops (in the UK or elsewhere) that stock mini embroidery hoops please do leave a link in the comments :)
These are very cute!
ReplyDeleteI sell 4", 5". 6" and going to get some smaller too :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so, so much for this post! I've been stuck without my tiny hoops, can't find them anywhere in this country, you are a star! I'm placing an order today, lots of ornaments and wee gifts to catch up on! Chrissie x
ReplyDeleteFantastic - guess what I've just run out of...!
ReplyDeleteLovePaperFish - do let me know when you get some in stock and I'll update this post to add your link x
ReplyDeleteChrissie & Claire - no problem! The mini hoops are awesome but can be so tricky to find, I thought it was well worth blogging about when I found some suppliers :)
Bitandbats.com sell packs of 6 wooden hoops at great prices only problem is theres a minimum £60 spend but they sell loads of different stuff and you could always do an order with some friends..
ReplyDeletehttps://www.etsy.com/shop/dandelyne?ref=ss_profile
ReplyDeletethis etsy shop in Australia sells 2.2" hoops & was a great seller to buy from.
If this link doesn't work, her shop name is DANDELYN
I have designed, and make, tiny embroidery hoops. I sell them via my Etsy store ... DANDELYNE. They are not for sewing, but can be made into brooches, necklaces or anything you like really. I hope to have the design ready, next year, so you can sew in them too.
ReplyDeleteThey come in 2 sizes, at this stage, 1.6" and 2.2". They are a little higher in price than your average hoop. The reason is because they are not made in a factory and they include 3 parts ... the hoop, with screw, centre plate and back plate.
They are made here in Australia and hubby and I spend many nights sanding, drilling and constructing each one. They are definitely a labour of love. I do love my little hoops and it seems lots of people, across the world, are enjoying them now too ^_^.
P.S. LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog ... thank you for being a continual source of inspiration to me.
Thanks for the suggestions, folks! x
ReplyDeleteSonia - I have always loved your tiny hoops, it's great to hear you'll be introducing a version you can sew in :)