How To Make In The Hoop Towel Topper With A Hanging Loop (Free Design)

We’ve all been there – you step out of the shower, grab your bath towel, and go to hang it up, only to have it slip off the hook and onto the floor. It’s a frustrating and all-too-familiar experience that can leave you feeling defeated before your day has even begun. But this common problem can be easily solved with a simple addition: a hanging loop. In this post, I’ll show you how to make an in-the-hoop bath towel topper with a hanging loop.

I have chosen a dog’s face for the design. There’s just something about that goofy grin and those floppy ears that makes me laugh every time I look at it. And let’s be real, who doesn’t need a little more laughter in their life these days?

Sure, I could have gone with a more traditional design, like a floral pattern or a cute little cat. But where’s the fun in that? No, I wanted something that would make me chuckle every time I saw it, and that’s exactly what I got with that silly dog face.

Now, every time I walk past my bath towels, I can’t help but smile. It’s like that dog’s face is saying, “Hey, life’s too short to take everything so seriously. Let’s have a good laugh, shall we?”

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Benefits Of Hanging Loops

First, let’s talk about why it’s important to have a hanging loop for your bath towels. Without one, your towel is at risk of falling off the hook and onto the floor, which can be both inconvenient and unsanitary. By adding a hanging loop, you can ensure that your towel stays securely in place and off the ground.

I mean, why not make life a little easier, right? No more struggling to get the towel to stay put on the hook, no more towels piling up on the bathroom floor. It’s a win-win situation.

It may seem like the easiest solution to the towel struggle is to simply buy some hanging clips on Amazon. And let’s be real, there are plenty of options out there to choose from – check out this link for example. But for those of us who like to add a personal touch to our home decor, DIY towel toppers with hanging loops are the way to go.

By making your own bath towel toppers, you have complete control over the size, shape, and color of your towel hanger. You can choose fabric that matches your bathroom decor or add a pop of color to your towels with a bright and bold applique. Plus, making your own towel hangers is a fun machine embroidery project!

But perhaps the best part of DIY towel hangers is the sense of satisfaction that comes from creating something useful and beautiful. Every time you hang up your towel, you’ll be reminded of the time and effort you put into making your towel toppers, and that feeling of pride and accomplishment is priceless.

Why I Created My Own Embroidery Design For The Towel Topper

There are a few ways to have them made. You can find a wide variety of beautiful and unique designs on Etsy, Designs by JuJu, Kreative Kiwi, etc.  

While browsing through the many bath towel toppers on Etsy, I noticed that many of them had a fabric part that extended beyond the towel. While these designs were certainly beautiful, I couldn’t help but worry about what would happen after a few washes. Would the shiny embroidery threads unravel? Would the fabric shrink and wrinkle?

That’s when I decided to create my own in-the-hoop embroidery for a bath towel topper with a hanging loop. I wanted to make sure that the towel topper was completely inside the towel, eliminating the risk of any fabric parts coming loose or unraveling after a few washes.

So, while Etsy may be a great option for some, I found that creating my own in-the-hoop embroidery for a towel topper with a hanging loop was the best choice for me. 

Let me show you how to make it. 

What You’ll Need To Make In The Hoop Bath Towel Topper With A Hanging Loop

First and foremost, I made sure to use high-quality materials that would stand up to frequent washes and use.

For the embroidery thread, I opted for 100% cotton embroidery thread. This ensured that the thread would hold up well in the laundry and wouldn’t unravel or shrink over time. Plus, cotton thread is known for its durability, making it the perfect choice for a project like this. 

What cotton embroidery threads do I use? I usually buy Brothread threads from Amazon. I like their quality and also their price. I  never have to worry about my thread ripping or fraying mid-stitch. They come in a wide range of colors, so I can always find the perfect match for whatever project I am working on. I even used variegated thread for this project. 

Also, for this project you can’t use pre-wound bobbins as the thread on them is polyester and very thin. So fill your own bobbins – two will be enough for the project. I advise you to fill bobbins with the color that you are going to use last (for satin stitches around the towel topper) – in my case, it was green color.  

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Next, I used 100% quilting cotton for the towel topper itself. This type of fabric is soft and absorbent, making it the good choice for a bath towel. Plus, it’s easy to work with and comes in a wide variety of colors and patterns, so I was able to find fabric that matched my bath towel perfectly.

I used two types of embroidery stabilizer – tear away as the main stabilizer and film-like clear wash away. This combination provided the perfect amount of stability and support for the towel.

You will also need a small piece of batting.

And let’s not forget about the tools! Duckbill scissors were a must-have for cutting the applique, as they allowed me to get a precise cut without damaging the fabric.

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And for the hanging loop, I chose a ribbon that was sturdy and strong, so that it could support the weight of the bath towel without coming loose.

The design is made for 6 x 10 hoop. 

After seeing how nicely my towel topper with a hanging loop turned out, I was inspired to embroider the same design onto another bath towel, but this time, I used different fabric and threads to match the colors of the towel.

If you liked this in-the-hoop embroidery project, you might also be interested in checking out some of my other creations. From personalized gifts to home decor accents, there’s something for everyone in my collection of in-the-hoop embroidery projects. Take a look and discover your next creative endeavor today!

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