I recommend the "no-slip hoop" avabilable under the brand name of Morgan or Dritz. Same hoop. It comes in 14" and the way it is constructed will not slip when you get the satisfatory tightness. Requires basting for larger projects but not if smaller projects. Very satisfactory. It is made of plastic and is strong. I find the wooden hoops tend to slip and have to be constanty re tightened. Since it is 14" requires repositioning for the large projects. Price at the big box fabric store is arond $20 but probably less with coupon.