Right, this one is genuinely different from the other tool designs because its got 2 colours. That gives it the look of a proper badge rather than a plain monochrome graphic. A claw hammer crosses over a large open-end spanner in an X at the top, and a flat ribbon banner sits across the middle where those crossed handles meet. The tool bodies are heavy black satin fill, and a red stripe runs through the handle shafts and trims the banner border. Stitch the black pass first, then swap to red and finish up in one sitting.
Its a tight, symmetrical composition, the kind of thing youd see on a workshop apron badge or stitched onto the back of a varsity jacket. 3 sizes only, 2.99 to 4.68 inches wide, stitch counts starting tiny and climbing all the way to 13,231. The 2-colour layout adds a single colour-change stop which takes roughly 30 seconds mid-stitch. Pop firm polymesh under woven cotton and hoop tight for clean results on the satin sections. Skip fabrics with a lot of give like ribbed knit at the larger size, it will distort the X shape.
The red accent is what makes this versatile across fabric colours. Black plus red on a navy work shirt looks polished and the same design on a cream cotton tote reads more vintage. Around christmas last year I had people ordering it for personalised apron gifts for tradesperson dads and brothers, one customer ordered three copies in different sizes for a whole workshop crew gift set. Three inches fits most 4x4 hoop setups without any adjustments.
The symmetrical X layout means it looks intentional and centred wherever you place it, no fussing with rotation or offset positioning.
What people are using this design for
A starting point. The design works for plenty more than just this list, this is what folks have stitched it onto most.
- Work shirt or jacket left chest badgeThe black-and-red combo works on navy, khaki, grey and natural canvas without clashing.
- Canvas tote bag for a tradesperson or hobbyistCanvas totes in natural or olive green look great with this bold symmetrical layout centred on the front.
- Personalised apron patch for a garage or workshopStitch at the petite 3.5 on an apron bib for a result that reads clearly from a few feet away.
- Hat or cap front panel for a trades businessHard hat caps with firm front panels take the 3-inch size well with a thin tearaway behind.
- Varsity-style jacket sleeve patchThe symmetrical X shape fills a sleeve patch layout neatly without looking off-centre.
- Gym or sports bag for someone who works with their handsBlack or dark grey gym bags take the design well; use iron-on tearaway for bags without stretch.
- Embroidered gift tag patch on a tools gift setCut it out on felt backing after stitching and punch a hole at the top to tie onto a ribbon or bag handle.
Dimensions
3 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 2.99 × 3.50 in | 7,416 |
| 3.84 × 4.50 in | 10,140 |
| 4.68 × 5.50 in | 13,231 |
Files & Formats
Eight machine formats included in one zip. Whichever your machine reads, its in the pack.
Plus a color chart for thread matching. See full format guide.
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