Rule of Thumb #1 _ Cutaways provide better stability than tearaways.
Rule of Thumb #2 _ The more unstable the fabric, the heavier the backing should be.
Rule of Thumb #3 _ With light colored fabrics , the No Show Mesh is a must.
Rule of Thumb #4 _ To prevent scratching, use soft backing or use fusible backing on back side of embroidery.
Rule of Thumb #5 - Adhesive backed backings are a must for hard to hoop items.

Thanks for this dlonna, I'm sure it will be very helpful to a lot of us, hugs and a flower sweetie.

dlonna, have a good night and thank you. A flower for you.

We must have the same Subscription, I just received that too and a great special on Stabiliser, Kool!
cheers, Meganne

Huge thank you for sharing that. I'm new and still trying to figure out which end is up, sometimes.

Thank you for the info!!

Thanks. I have copied and placed it in my tips folder. :)

Thank you... I find that helpful :) *4U

Sounds good!!

Thanks that goes in my tips and hints notebook.When somebody at work or in town I know and machine embroiderys, I give them a copy of some that they may use right away. Then latter if they want we get togather and go through book and check things out. Lots of fun to have a buddy to help and learn togather with.A beautiful spring flower and sweet dreams