How to level your image on fabric for the embroidery machine

In this Instructable you will learn how to attach an embroidery hoop to your fabric so your image will be stitched parallel to the top and bottom of your fabric.

Step 1: Align your fabric along two perpendicular lines

Lay the fabric you plan on embroidering on a flat surface which has two perpendicular lines, in this case I am using a cutting mat as my reference.  Square up your fabric along a vertical and horizontal line.