By Jennifer Perkins
These versatile embroidery hoop wall pockets offer endless customization. Add cork for a bulletin board, or repurpose old jeans for an extra pocket. Tailor the look with fabric choices and hoop sizes—from subtle elegance to bold statements.
Watch this episode of DIY This with Jennifer Perkins for a full tutorial on crafting these practical storage solutions.
Jennifer Perkins
Jennifer Perkins
Select cork in rolls or squares that fits neatly inside your embroidery hoop.
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Embroidery hoops have two parts—set the outer ring (with hardware) aside. Trace a circle onto the cork using the inner ring as a guide.
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Cut the cork easily with scissors. For thin cork, layer pieces and secure the circle to the back of the inner hoop with hot glue.
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Stretch fabric over the front, secure with the outer hoop, trim excess, and hot glue it to the hoop and cork. Add embellishments for a personal touch.
Jennifer Perkins
Experiment with materials like old jeans for added pockets—stretch them across larger hoops, or use outgrown boys' jeans. Alternatively, detach pockets and glue directly onto fabric or cork.
Jennifer Perkins
Group them on the wall for organizing light craft supplies, family messages, or mail.
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