Kitchen quote Happiness Is Homemade in script across a wooden spoon, made for people who actually cook and want something on their apron or teatowel that isnt a stock graphic. The layout is a classic 2-line pairing, happiness is in a loose flowing cursive script on the top line, then homemade sits below it in a larger bold block lettering. The contrast between the script and the block type is what makes the whole thing work, its a really common pairing in farmhouse-style signage and it reads instantly.
Only 2 colours, so theres basically no colour change fuss mid-run. The entire design runs in a single dark thread, burgundy or navy are the most popular choices based on what people have told me, against whatever fabric base you pick. Wilcom kept the density at 578 across the lettering, which means the satin columns on the block letters are full and even without pulling the fabric and the script sections have enough underlay to keep the curves from gapping on lower thread counts.
My mum ordered this on a set of linen teatowels last winter as part of a hamper she put together. She used the 5-inch size and did 3 towels with it, alternating burgundy and navy thread. Thats it, that was the whole project, and people at her friends house asked her where she bought the towels. Simple designs done well are often the ones that get the most comments. Email me if anything misbehaves on a file and Ill get a replacement out quickly.
Use tearaway stabiliser on woven cotton and linen, its low-density enough that cutaway would be overkill. Hoop the fabric firm to keep the script letters consistent. Pop the 5 to 6 inch size on a teatowel or apron bib for the best readability, the smaller 3.5-inch runs are there if you need it on a pocket or cuff placement. Avoid fluffy or looped fabric like terry cloth, the thin script strokes wont hold clean on looped fibres.
9 sizes scaling from 3.5 inch through 7.5, 9,832 to 22,506 stitches. Low stitch count means fast runs, this wont tie up your machine for long.
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.
- kitchen apron front panel or bibStitch the 6-inch size on an apron bib and it reads clearly from the front even at arm length
- linen or cotton teatowel setRun the 5-inch version on a linen teatowel in dark burgundy thread and it looks like a boutique kitchen piece
- farmhouse kitchen wall hoop artHoop a 6-inch version on cream linen and frame it for a farmhouse kitchen shelf or cookery corner wall
- personalised gift hamper towel setEmbroider the 5-inch size on 3 matching towels for a hamper gift set that actually looks considered
- cotton canvas tote for grocery shoppingUse the 4-inch version on a cotton canvas tote for a market bag with a homey kitchen feel
- bread cloth or baking liner embroideryPop the small 3.5-inch run on the corner of a bread cloth liner for a subtle handmade bakery detail
- cafe or cottage business branding towelStitch the 6-inch size on a cotton bar cloth for a cafe or home catering business branding piece
Dimensions
9 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.50 × 2.43 in | 9,832 |
| 4.00 × 2.78 in | 11,344 |
| 4.50 × 3.12 in | 12,766 |
| 5.00 × 3.47 in | 14,285 |
| 5.50 × 3.81 in | 15,862 |
| 6.00 × 4.16 in | 17,425 |
| 6.50 × 4.50 in | 19,153 |
| 7.01 × 4.85 in | 20,786 |
| 7.50 × 5.19 in | 22,506 |
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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