Theres two colours here and theyre working as a pair. "Little" sits in a bolder script stroke up top and "sister" runs underneath in a lighter complementary weight. The whole design is wider than it is tall, sitting somewhere between 3 and 6 inches wide across the 4 available sizes, and it stays readable even at the smallest hoop.
2 colours means 1 colour change on your machine. Stitch the main word first, swap thread, come back for the second. Takes maybe 20 minutes on a mid-range home machine at the 5-inch size and the 7404-stitch count on the biggest version wont stress your stabiliser at all. Drop this on a lil onesie or a tote and youve got a sibling announcement gift sorted without spending a bunch.
I get messages every couple of weeks from people making sibling sets. Big Sister on one tee, Little Sister on another. Works really well on matching cotton jersey, just use a topping on the stretch fabric and keep the hooping firm so the satin column letters dont pull. Someone sent me photos last christmas of 3 sisters wearing the whole set in burgundy thread on cream tees and it looked adorable honestly.
Drop me a line if the file doesnt load or the stitch test looks off, Ill get you a working version same day.
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.
- Sibling announcement onesie or tee gift setStitch on a newborn onesie in navy thread and pair with a big sister tee for a matching sibling set
- Hospital going-home outfit personalisationUse the 4-inch size on a going-home outfit where a clean readable script on soft cotton really shines
- Baby shower gift idea for second or third childBundle with a blanket or bib and gift it at a baby shower for a second or third child arrival
- Matching sister tote bags for older and younger girlsEmbroider matching canvas tote bags for two sisters in blush and cream for a sweet coordinated look
- Nursery wall hoop for a shared girls roomHoop in a 6-inch embroidery frame and hang on a shared bedroom wall between two sisters beds
- Iron-on patch alternative for denim jacketsUse the smallest 3-inch size on a denim jacket back yoke where fine satin column detail holds up well
- Personalised baby blanket corner accentAdd to a fleece blanket corner in soft lavender thread for a keepsake nursery gift that lasts for years
- Birthday tee for a younger sibling turning 1 or 2Stitch in red thread on a white cotton tee for a little birthday girl turning 1 with a fun pop of colour
Dimensions
4 sizes included. Stitch counts shown for the largest colorway.
| Size (in) | Stitches |
|---|---|
| 3.01 × 1.86 in | 3,496 |
| 4.01 × 2.48 in | 4,680 |
| 5.01 × 3.10 in | 6,008 |
| 6.01 × 3.71 in | 7,404 |
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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