Its a heart and a paw in one clean shape. The outer heart is a thick satin outline, not filled solid, and the bottom point stretches into a long curving tail that sweeps down and to the right. Sitting right in the centre of the heart is a full paw print, the big main pad and 4 toe pads all sitting there clearly. One colour. Done.
The simplicity is honestly what makes it work. Ive had people ask me if theres a way to make it more complicated and I always say no, thats the whole point. The stitch count is low too, just 1,262 on the smallest 1.51-inch size up to 8,603 on the 5.51-inch. Fast to stitch, almost no bobbin thread used, works great on light fabrics like white cotton or cream canvas where the black thread shows cleanly.
I get alot of messages from dog rescue volunteers who grab this for fundraiser totes and donation drives. And it makes sense, its one of those pieces that doesnt need explaining. Pop it on a plain white tee and anyone who sees a dog or cat in your house gets it instantly. A customer who runs a small pet photography business last september stitched it onto her carry bag she brings to sessions and said clients notice it right away.
Hoop no-show cutaway behind stretch fabric on woven cotton or a light canvas tote and youre good. Skip patterned cloth here, the black satin outline needs a clean pale ground. Hoop snug so the long tail at the bottom doesnt shift during stitching. Holler at me if you grab the file and something looks wrong on your end.
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.
- Pet rescue fundraiser tote bagsStitch the 4-inch run on a oat canvas tote for a rescue fundraiser and add the shelter name below in chain stitch.
- Dog grooming apron pocket embroideryPop the small 1.51-inch on a grooming apron chest pocket so it sits right where clients see it during appointments.
- White cotton tee for pet loversUse the 3.5-in detail on a white cotton tee and pair with a pet name underneath for a simple personalised gift.
- Cat rescue charity merchandiseEmbroider the 5-in feature on canvas bags sold at cat rescue adoption events to raise awareness and funding.
- Pet memorial cushion coverHoop a cream linen cushion with the 4-inch size and use it as a tribute piece for a pet memorial corner.
- Veterinary clinic uniform patchStitch the small size onto a navy uniform collar band or chest pocket for a clean clinic ID detail.
- Personalised dog walker canvas bagRun the 5.51-inch on a heavy canvas bag for a dog walker who wants a professional but personal branded look.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 1.51 × 1.39 in | 1,262 |
| 2.51 × 2.30 in | 2,477 |
| 3.51 × 3.22 in | 3,877 |
| 4.51 × 4.13 in | 5,667 |
| 5.51 × 5.05 in | 8,603 |
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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Reyazul Masud Riham, hand-drawing every design on this site
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