Development of Embroidery Hoop Stand

Abstract

A completely detachable fabric frame holder, for the purpose of holding the frame firmly, which is commercially available in different sizes, enabling the artist to work on the fabric with ease. The work on fabric can be embroidery or other artworks such as painting, aari work, zardosi work etc. The stand consists of a rigid base with two vertical sliding arms, each having a holder, which can be tightened to hold the frame. The arms can move horizontally along provided dovetail joints, and can be locked in place, so as to adjust it to the different sizes of the fabric frames. The stand promotes women, especially from the rural areas, to carry out craft on the cloth, without much stress in holding the hoop in their hand, so as to help promote not only the artistry of women, but also to improve small scale trade in rural areas, for economic development.