I used some metallic embroidery thread which I thought gave my in-the-hoop gift tags a festive look. You will make this entire project with embroidery thread – the color of your choice. You will need a very small piece of clear vinyl to serve as the window for your gift tag. You will need some type of thin (1/8″) ribbon or cording to pull through your tag and attach it to your gift. If you want the tags to have a little bit more stiffness then fuse interfacing onto your fabric before putting it on your embroidery hoop. ![]() You can use almost any type of fabric, keeping in mind that the edges of the tags are left raw. In order to make these tags you will need about 8“ x 4“ of fabric cut into three pieces. Ready to learn how to do it? Here we go!!! How to make an in-the-hoop gift tag Supplies Water soluble stabilizerīecause this design has raw edges, I suggest using water soluble stabilizer so that you can wash it away when you are done and you don’t see the stabilizer along the edge of the tag. ![]() My version has an opening in the back where you can slide in the name of the recipient that you write out on a piece of paper which will allow you to reuse your gift tags year after year. This is why I designed my in-the-hoop gift tag to be reusable. But, that to me seems like a lot of work for something that might just get thrown away. There are several different styles of in the gift tags available to download and stitch out where are you simply embroider the name of the recipient on the tag. If you take pride in your gift wrapping, you are likely well aware of the fact that the gift tag is a crucial component for a classy wrapping job. ![]() Tags are actually quite a popular in-the-hoop item, especially around the holidays when we are all exchanging so much stuff! One type of in-the-hoop tag that is particularly useful around the holiday is an in-the-hoop gift tag. Want to remember this? Save “How to make in-the-hoop tags” on your favorite Pinterest board Why make in-the-hoop tags?
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