The heart here isnt a solid shape or a simple outline. Its built entirely from swirling loops that wrap and curl back on each other, and somewhere in the middle of all that movement the word 'love' sits nestled in the swirl. The whole thing is connected, one flowing design, not separate elements stuck together.
Single colour, all satin column work, no fill areas which means the stitch count is lighter than the heart shape would suggest. Smallest size is about 7,000 stitches and largest goes to about 20,000 stitches at 7.5 inches tall. Stitch it in navy thread on white linen and you get that nautical-meets-romantic feel, or pick a coral or blush for straight valentines vibes.
I get asked whether this works on dark fabric and yes it does, send me message if you want suggestions, white or cream thread on black or navy looks really striking. One buyer used it in gold metallic thread on navy velvet for a valentines table centrepiece, she said it turned out beautiful and I believe it.
5 sizes from 3.5 inches to 7.5 inches. The swirl work looks best on smooth or medium weave fabrics. Use a tearaway stabiliser on woven cotton or linen, cutaway on any stretch base. The satin columns in the swirls arent very wide so avoid pile fabrics where the detail gets swallowed.
Pick a medium presser foot pressure and check your tension on a test sample before running the full piece. The continuous path stitching on this design means if your machine isnt set right you'll get uneven satin texture across the swirls. Email me with your machine brand if you get odd results and I'll help you troubleshoot.
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.
- Valentines day tote bagsThe 6 inch version looks stunning centred on a canvas tote in any contrasting thread colour for a valentines gift.
- Romantic linen table napkinsStitched in ivory thread on a sage green linen napkin it adds a romantic botanical touch to a dinner table.
- Cotton anniversary keepsakesA medium size stitched in the same thread colour as an anniversary monogram creates a cohesive personalised gift.
- Wedding favour drawstring pouchesSmaller sizes work perfectly on cotton or muslin drawstring favour pouches for wedding or baby shower gifts.
- Baby shower gift blanketsStitch the 4 inch version on a corner of a baby blanket as a sweet, non-seasonal nursery detail.
- Lightweight cotton scarvesLight enough in thread weight that it works on a structured cotton or bamboo scarf without adding bulk.
Dimensions
5 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.50 × 3.27 in | 7,112 |
| 4.50 × 4.20 in | 9,835 |
| 5.50 × 5.13 in | 12,958 |
| 6.50 × 6.06 in | 16,427 |
| 7.50 × 7.00 in | 20,328 |
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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