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This two‑insert set (Mini and Standard) turns your Medium Embroidery Hoop into a sock‑hooping solution—giving you accurate placement, stable fabric support, and clean stitch formation on tricky, stretch‑prone materials. Two sizes in the box Mini 1.3″ × 1.6″ Standard 1.8″ × 2.3″ Requires Medium Embroidery Hoop Ideal for socks & sleeves Supports B 5/7/8/9 Series Why it’s different Specs What’s Included FAQs Why creators choose the Sock Hoop Inserts Purpose‑built for socks & small tubes Stabilize stretchy areas so designs stitch cleanly without distortion—perfect for socks, sleeves, and baby hats. Two embroidery fields to fit the job Choose Mini (1.3″ × 1.6″) for smaller motifs/children’s socks, or Standard (1.8″ × 2.3″) for larger logos and monograms. Fast, repeatable positioning The rigid insert surface and defined window make it easy to align designs consistently and avoid re‑hooping. Smooth, stable stitch quality The insert supports the fabric while the outer hoop maintains tension—reducing tunneling and thread mishaps on knits. How it works (quick overview) Prepare the Medium Embroidery Hoop and loosen the adjusting screw. Place stabilizer on the insert’s inner hoop; turn the sock inside out and slide the clamp into the sock. Position the area to be embroidered under the clamp, align, then tighten and hoop as usual. Tip: Use a light adhesive/wash‑away stabilizer and mirror designs for inside‑out hooping. Key Specifications Embroidery areasMini 3.4 × 4.2 cm (1.3″ × 1.6″); Standard 4.6 × 6.0 cm (1.8″ × 2.3″) Works withBERNINA Medium Embroidery Hoop (required) Compatible modelsB 990; B 880/880 PLUS; B 790/790 PRO/790 PLUS; B 770 QE (all variants); B 735; B 720; B 700; B 590; B 570 QE; B 540; B 535; B 500 Use casesSocks, sleeves, baby hats & other small tubular items Item number109267.70.00 What’s Included Mini Sock Hoop Insert (1.3″ × 1.6″) Standard Sock Hoop Insert (1.8″ × 2.3″) Quick‑start instructions (see full user manual online) Note: Medium Embroidery Hoop is sold separately. Tips for best results Use wash‑away or light adhesive stabilizer to protect the sock interior. Hoop inside‑out for easier access to the embroidery area. Test stitch density; minimize pull on lightweight knits. FAQs Do I need a special hoop or adapter? Yes. The Sock Hoop Inserts are designed to be used with the BERNINA Medium Embroidery Hoop. Which machines are supported? Most current 5/7/8/9 Series embroidery‑capable models, including B 500–B 990 (see Specs for a representative list). Can I embroider sleeves or baby hats? Yes—any small tubular item that fits the insert’s window can be positioned and stitched cleanly. End of BERNINA Sock Hoop Inserts product description.
