Christmas tree embroidery 6" diameter Embroidery hoop art has been around for many centuries and it's making a comeback. There are numerous styles and sizes to choose from, each hand stitched with love and care. And I do love the art of hand embroidery. The decorative hoop serves as a traditional frame for your embroidery piece. It also securely hold the fabric in place, which is cotton linen or canvas. Hot glue helps to secure it as well. The back of embroidery hoop is lined with felt coverin