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This is a simple method that turns ordinary kitchen strainers into "super hoops."

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An ordinary plastic kitchen strainer.

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With a hacksaw, cut off the 2 ears at the top of the strainer

 
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With a utility knife, trim off the mesh

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Now, you are ready to move on to the next step. I keep the mesh for other possible uses.

 
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Using a common hacksaw or coping saw, cut notches into the front and back edges of the rim as shown.

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...top and bottom.

 
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The notches provide crannies for bubble juice and will result in 4 times the bubbles of a notchless hoop.

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