This message was posted by Judy on AmayaUsers.com. PLEASE DO NOT REPLY VIA EMAIL. Instead, respond to the thread on the WEBSITE by clicking here: http://www.amayausers.com/boards/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?/topic/2/1357.html#000002 I use regular straight pins, or safety pins. on the OUTSIDE of the hoop, away from where any needles might be found, I make a fold in the fabric and pin it right next to the hoop. I do this all of the way around, pulling to be certain it is the drumhead type tight. I haven't lost anything doing it like that....including needles and needle accidents. =========================================================== The AmayaUsers Mailing List Website: http://www.amayausers.com Discussion Board: http://www.amayausers.com/boards Subscribe/Unsubscribe: http://www.amayausers.com/list ===========================================================