The BERNINA large, oval embroidery hoop (maximum embroidery area 5.7 x 10.0 inches / 145 x 255 mm) enables the production of large embroidery patterns. It is also ideal for combining multiple small motifs. The template that is included facilitates the exact alignment of the fabric on the hoop, allowing beautiful embroidery to be created conveniently and with ease. In combination with the Hoop 'N' Buddy" embroidery hoop insert, hats and caps can be embroidered, as can fabrics that are slippery or otherwise difficult to embroider.